In reference to the HTM accident, i am sure there is a difference in going 150mph in a 30' cat and 100mph in a 37 vee (which is probably average for a boat like that!)

I agree with Miller, screamin and jassman on this. I am not worried about the speeds with the power. The hull can handle those speeds. I will take it easy (no 100 mph) with my family on board. I am looking at 675 hp motors. My feelings are very similar to what Jassman said, I live every day to the fullest, and I have and always will take every precaution to ensure myself and my family and friends are safe. I feel that if it is my time to go, then it is my time. Live life to the fullest with no regrets.

[ 01-13-2002: Message edited by: thunderdan ]

Thunderdan, what sort of speeds are you anticipating with 675 hp motors? By my calculation that should put you around 110 mph. Is that right?

I think we will be happy with 104-106, or 100 at any given time with full tank of gas and 5 naked chicks.

Jassman, which custom motor builder have you decided? Are these new motors going to be about the same price as the 500 EFI's? Do they come with a warranty?

Advantage,

We should be about 105, with 1/4 fuel, looking for 100mph full of fuel, if I had to guess. We are looking at Cobra right now and doing some research. There are a ton of cigs, outerlimits and fountians that are using cobra power so I am making some calls tomorrow to see what the dilly is. They are not the same amount of coin as a 500efi, more dollars, you gotta pay to play though if you want the speed. I also have not ruled out going to look at some of the other engine builders like eikert, pfaff or richie zul.

Don't forget Sterling Dan. Also, check your email.

Oops, forgot them also. Sterling. So many engine builders to call, so little time to do so. Got it Miller, thanks -you got mail.

Jass/Dan, thanks for the information. Those are going to rock! I can't wait to see the finished product.

It's been a week since anyone posted here. Why?