This weekend, at 82-83mph, my tabs were up, drives at 5.5-6 on the Fountain indicators. Like PaulB said, Runnin on the last 3FT just like my uncle Reggie did...
Try another run this weekend. But this time, practice what you preach Dude!!
"Tabs UP, Drives OUT, Throttles DOWN"
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09-20-2011 09:56 PM
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09-20-2011 10:39 PM
Only problem is see is getting 500RPM out of them. Isnt he only turning 4900 with the stock 30's?
I still think it would be easier to just put some blowers on them motors already. Wouldnt you agree Todd? I know some guys who can handle building the race hatches! Red Boat with red race hatches would look very nice.
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09-21-2011 07:51 AMThe Imco design doesn't seem to need as much up trim as the Bravo's set deep.
I was talking with Wil Smith yesterday, he suggested before I mess too much with props etc., check the bottom with a straightedge and make sure it is correct. You may want to do the same if you already haven't. I'm not sure if FountanEs came with hook, some rocker, or flat.
I know I've seent he exact same model and year hulls with totally different bottom characteristics. I have to believe from the thickness of the glass, and how long they were left to cure in the mold between layers.
By the way, I already know my bottom has a hook.Getting bad advice is unfortunate, taking bad advice is a Serious matter!!
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Getting bad advice is unfortunate, taking bad advice is a Serious matter!!
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09-21-2011 08:36 AM
Here is a video of us running back...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=goBbEcXPxrM
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09-21-2011 08:55 AM
My hull has already been blueprinted.
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09-21-2011 09:04 AM
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Loose the FPF, and run it with 100lbs of beer booze etc, trim to the moon and I think you will be suprised. I bet you lost 5 mph last weekend, all factors considered?
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09-21-2011 09:07 AMNice, I have to get mine done this winter.....
I'd go with the straightedge on the bottom and the drive to get every possible measurement.
On a step hull, do you check with the straight-edge from the step to the back transom bottom? Or straight along the bottom after the back step?
You also have standoff boxes, correct? So the water has risen farther than a normal setback?Getting bad advice is unfortunate, taking bad advice is a Serious matter!!
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09-21-2011 09:58 AM
Lil Sailor Jerry in the tank !!!!????
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09-21-2011 01:25 PM
Some new videos... Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-T15nwyE2cw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U7Qy_...eature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tL0J..._order&list=UL (my favorite)