www.iFourWinns.com

I have found varying reports of the performance of this boat. I'm especially interested in hole shot and top speed. We're looking at the 2007 VP 4.3 190 HP. Prop is a 23". Does anyone have this combo and mind giving a report?

_________________

2007 Horizon 190
VP 4.3GL/SX

You'll be fine with a 190hp on a H190. Would a v8 be better? sure... do you need it? NO. You'll can prop yourself to hit 50+ or prop yourself to pull the arms off a skiier/wakeboarder. That's the beauty of a single prop drive.

If you hada 3.0 in it -- that's be another issue.

_________________

2008 318 Vista -SOLD, but I am still around!
All Night Long, Seattle WA

I think a V6 is more than enough power for a 18-19' boat. V8 is always nice, but not needed for that size. Friend of mine only has the 3.0L in is H180 and it still moves decent enough, but the V6 is the way to go IMO.

_________________
1998 Baja Boss 252 7.4L MPI Bravo 1 (SOLD)
2007 FW H200SS 5.0GXI (Sold)
2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 Crew 6.0L (tow vehicle)
1991 FW 170 Freedom 4.3L (SOLD)

I'm sure you're right and I appreciate the input. I've read everything from it's a spirited, fast ride to it's a dog and feels too heavy for it's motor. Just wondering if there are any current H190 owners with the Volvo GL/SX package who would mind posting some numbers?

_________________

2007 Horizon 190
VP 4.3GL/SX

Hi Fanatic. Good choice of boat Top speed in mine is 50mph by GPS. Holeshot is fine - no problem pulling up 2 skiiers, wakeboarders or 4 kids on an Airhead Mega Slice tube. My prop is stock standard as it came from FW = 14.25" x 23". Happy to help with any other questions you may have!

_________________


Alec

2006 Horizon 190
VP 4.3GL/SX, Sunsport

Thanks for that. It looks like I should be fine. Any problems with engine run on? Also, since there's no mid-ship cleat, where do you hang your mid-ship fender?

_________________

2007 Horizon 190
VP 4.3GL/SX

Not the 19' model, but not too far off.

With the stock 14.25x23, I'll run around 47-48 WOT, but for watersports we use a 14x20 4-blade prop that planes out at slower speeds.

I've pulled a Super Mable & Big Mable at the same time without issue, other than watching the gas needle go down quickly.

I had run-on the first year I had it and used a higher octane to cure. Last spring we had a full tune-up done and did not experience run-on even with 87 in (saving a ton in fuel $$$).

I'm surprised there is no mid cleat on the newer models, that's the one I use the most. Maybe look into suction cups to hang the fenders from the windows...

_________________
-Rob.


Current boat: 2011 Yamaha AR210
Previous boat: 1998 Horizon RX 4.3GL SX

Here is the link for the performance data from Four Winns website http://assets0.fourwinnsmarketing.com/past_product/specs//2007/05%20190%20Horizon%20(p8-11).pdf

_________________
Jvalich
http://www.badcock.com

'04 FW 288 Vista "Mental Floss"

Fanatic - run on is caused by low grade gas. Use premium and it is not a problem at all - switch back to regular and it comes back every time! Also varies from gas company to gas company as well. Here in Oz, Shell has the lowest octane rating by a couple of points compared to say Mobil or Caltex. If I run my car on Shell regular it pings. If I run it on Caltex regular it is fine....

Yes, lack of mid-ship cleat is something I have found also. I have a VHF antenna on the drivers side that I hang the fender off (only works on one side!) , or the loop the bimini ties down to on. I know other guys on the forum have found suckers that you put on the side glass and hang the fenders off there.

_________________


Alec

2006 Horizon 190
VP 4.3GL/SX, Sunsport

My first boat lacked midship cleats...I had the dealer install some for me...not much of a deal really and certainly the most durable option over suction cups and/or hanging from the bimini hardware.

_________________
Current Boat:
2004 Sea Ray 320 Sundancer "Nauti Luvin'"

Previous Boats:
1999 298 Vista "Seas The Day"
2008 H200SS "Nauti Luv"
2006 Tahoe Q4

I have the VP 3.0 and really wish I had opted for the larger engine. The 3.0 works okay for the wife and I but when I get 4 200lb plus guys trying to wakeboard from it you can surely notice the sluggish response from the hole.

_________________
Ottawa Dan
Ottawa Ontario
06 180 Horizon
"Never enough time"

4 200 pound guys trying to do anything on a 19 foot boat is going to slow it down.

You guys need a bigger boat!

_________________

2008 318 Vista -SOLD, but I am still around!
All Night Long, Seattle WA

True, a bigger boat would be nice but I sure appreciate that lil ole 180 when I stop at the pumps hehehehe

_________________
Ottawa Dan
Ottawa Ontario
06 180 Horizon
"Never enough time"

I have 08 H190 4.3L Merc W/23P prop. Standard seating. Comes up on plane quickly & odometer WOT says 54mph, I'm sure it's off but it sure feels fast on the water. And I ride a CBR954RR & have seen triple digits on the speedo too You'll be fine W/V6, the 3.0 4cyc will get you there, BUT I think it has to work to hard IF you want to run WOT alot (which I wouldn't recommend on any eng.personaly)

_________________
2008 H190 Blue W/Red accents 4.3L Merc
2015 Tacoma Access Cab Super White 4x4 TRD Sport
2014 HD FXDC Black Stage 1 Mods V&H Bolt Ons,Naked VO2 AC & FP3.
2011 Polaris 500HO RED]
Life Long Boston Bruin Fan 2011 Stanley Cup Champs!!
#736

Hey Dan - I think you need to find some thinner friends...!!

_________________


Alec

2006 Horizon 190
VP 4.3GL/SX, Sunsport