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Forum: Beware and Stolen
02-21-2008, 07:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,980
Posted By Viaqua

Carrie Covers issue

About 18 months ago I ordered a full cover for my 38 Lightning. A few weeks later it arrived and it fit fairly well. In 90 days it was in shreds having disinigrated due to what carrie covers said was...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
02-21-2008, 07:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,495
Posted By Viaqua

Carrie Covers issue

About 18 months ago I ordered a full cover for my 38 Lightning. A few weeks later it arrived and it fit fairly well. In 90 days it was in shreds having disinigrated due to what carrie covers said was...
Forum: Fountain
09-05-2007, 07:41 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 25,964
Posted By Viaqua

100-Plus

I think you will find the majority of people involved in this forum will stand behind nearly anything that monstaaa has to say including all claims to what Fountains are and what they can do, all...
Forum: Fountain
08-03-2007, 05:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,388
Posted By Viaqua

Joe Blair at Pro Tec Marine in Orange Beach, Al...

Joe Blair at Pro Tec Marine in Orange Beach, Al (google for #) can fill anyone in on this problem. He is hard to reach since he is so busy but he will call back if you leave word. He has been dealing...
Forum: Fountain
07-30-2007, 05:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,388
Posted By Viaqua

...all 525 powered staggered 42's-stock

...all 525 powered staggered 42's-stock
Forum: Fountain
07-30-2007, 05:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,388
Posted By Viaqua

The oil filter actually "sucks up" internally....

The oil filter actually "sucks up" internally. Collapses internally.
The first indication is the typical Fountain warning horn comes on and the engine starts to miss above about 1500. Once past 1500...
Forum: Fountain
07-30-2007, 12:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,388
Posted By Viaqua

Just what I said-the oil filter collapses FIRST....

Just what I said-the oil filter collapses FIRST. Fountain denies it CAN happen. My friends are living proof.
Forum: Fountain
07-29-2007, 10:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 858
Posted By Viaqua

Nav light lens needed

The Green/Red nav light lens on my boat cracked this weekend. 2001 38' Lightning, stock unit-anyone have the part or know where to get except F'tain?
Forum: Fountain
07-27-2007, 05:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 28,620
Posted By Viaqua

87.4 (4 x's on my GPS in dead air and light chop)...

87.4 (4 x's on my GPS in dead air and light chop) on stock 500 EFI's, non labbed 26" Hydros, B-1 drives-all stock in a 2001 hull. The engines are basically new though.

74 degrees outside and salt...
Forum: Fountain
07-27-2007, 04:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,388
Posted By Viaqua

Well-here are some local facts. I have 3 GOOD...

Well-here are some local facts. I have 3 GOOD friends with 2004-2006 42''s-one Lightning, 2 Ex's. All 525's and STOCK. We all run together and have since they have owned them. 1. 42 Ex-new boat, 48...
Forum: Fountain
07-13-2007, 12:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,542
Posted By Viaqua

I bought the lightest weight cover from Carrie...

I bought the lightest weight cover from Carrie Covers (see Powerboat mag ads) for about $1,400 and it shredded in 3 weeks. I called and they supplied me with a new one in their better and heavier...
Forum: Fountain
06-22-2007, 03:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,815
Posted By Viaqua

It seems it is always correct to listen to...

It seems it is always correct to listen to monstaaa. The force is with him. I agree with his rec. (not that I know much) as it makes perfect sense. Reduce slippage, let the engines breath better and...
Forum: Fountain
06-22-2007, 03:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,739
Posted By Viaqua

He removed it and cried how much of a pain it is...

He removed it and cried how much of a pain it is to R/R. Same words echoed by my mechanic when I went to a shorty w.s. They both said it was difficult. I tthink it looks great on mine-but now tasked...
Forum: Fountain
06-18-2007, 06:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By Viaqua

Agreed to the nth degree about throttling. It is...

Agreed to the nth degree about throttling. It is by far the key to proper drive integrity and I can throttle well. We all can catch the errant wave though but I want the beef. The XR/ merc/imco...
Forum: Fountain
06-17-2007, 06:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By Viaqua

monstaaa-you are always there. I actually was...

monstaaa-you are always there. I actually was inspired by the 575 setup in the 38 you posted pics on. I have no interest in whipples nor fooling myself that Bravo 1's will hold this setup. I have a...
Forum: Fountain
06-17-2007, 11:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,647
Posted By Viaqua

575's in a 38

I have a chance to buy a set of 575's that I know are very correct and strongly thinking about pulling my fresh 500EFI's for them and have a million questions but would like to know experienced...
Forum: Fountain
06-17-2007, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,739
Posted By Viaqua

Windshield

It is a big job. I understand (and may be wrong) if once off, near impossible to relign the holes. I had a shorty put on mine-it was difficult for a seasoned guy (my mech) who had done it several...
Forum: Fountain
06-13-2007, 05:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By Viaqua

Water in bilge

I have been chasing water for 4 years in my '01 38 Lightning. Here is what I have found to be the culpritS...SSS!

1. My cooler used to run its drain to the fwd bilge-I now rerouted it and both...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
06-12-2007, 07:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,539
Posted By Viaqua

Many thanks to all and especially the link from...

Many thanks to all and especially the link from klaw. It answers my question. monstaaa-I understand your response after seeing what it REALLY takes to get it right. Seems like a good winter project...
Forum: Drives and Lower Units
06-11-2007, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,539
Posted By Viaqua

Painting Drives

What is the proper way to refinish (Merc) drives that I have worn the black paint off? Just the lowers.
Forum: Poker Runs and Boating Events
06-07-2007, 01:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 753
Posted By Viaqua

Poker Run this weekend in Destin?

Two people have asked me if I am running in a poker run in Destin this weekend and I can't find anything on it. Anyone know the facts?
Forum: Fountain
06-02-2007, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,816
Posted By Viaqua

On my 38 Lightning, I carry two Fortresses and I...

On my 38 Lightning, I carry two Fortresses and I am in an area that gets up to 8 kts in current. No problem and one of them fits perfect in my locker hold down in the nose. I wish I could tell you...
Forum: Fountain
05-28-2007, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,545
Posted By Viaqua

FeverMike: It is actually just materializing in...

FeverMike: It is actually just materializing in nearly every area now. At first it was where it was drilled (by Fountain) and now about everywhere. To remove this thing is nuts but it looks like the...
Forum: Fountain
05-28-2007, 07:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,545
Posted By Viaqua

I agree. After 4 years of trying, it is absurd to...

I agree. After 4 years of trying, it is absurd to get a POSITIVE reaction out of them. Without naming names, there a few decision makers in the warranty area and customer support that either have no...
Forum: Fountain
05-27-2007, 11:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,545
Posted By Viaqua

I called Fountain and asked Robert-supposedly the...

I called Fountain and asked Robert-supposedly the "guy" , and asked about warrany. I would say his reaction was just short of laughing. It is a major deal to R/R it and I agree prepping and painting...
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