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Old 08-05-2010 | 05:52 PM
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MM x-boat ran mid 90's with 800SC's but it only weighs in at 8500# full of fuel !!!!!!!
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Old 08-05-2010 | 08:34 PM
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the Phantom was a 30' Will Smith enclosed canopy - race layup.
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Old 08-05-2010 | 08:35 PM
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I'm stuck on speed but love the classic line of this 41' - maybe 85mph with sensible Sterlings is the way to go.
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Old 08-05-2010 | 09:40 PM
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we have a nice 41 we will sale it has new 622ci 990hp #5 drives it runs 98mph full stagger setup we are going to trump this week end with it hope to see some boats out there
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Old 08-05-2010 | 10:02 PM
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I have seen Andy's boat in person and been in it.

As far as speed goes if that is your primary concern I wouldn't by an Apache (get a ts gun with 700's and nxt's and go 100mph). It is like the guy that buys a a restored GTO vs a brand new corvette (totally different animals).

If you like old school and the history then this is a cool pleasure 41' It ran low 90's with the motors that Andy built and put in it. Here is a clip from the shootout last year in flat water. I was going 65-67mph and he is obviously going a good 20mph faster than me and he was taking it easy because he was still breaking the mills in. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTaTDO1PAF0

It is my understanding that when it was built Andy's boat was Jack Kramers personal boat (Ben's Father). I remember I commented to Andy when I was sitting in the cabin "if only these walls could talk LOL.."

My advice is determine what it is you truely want and if a pleasure 41' is it then go take a look. I think you are on the right track with the reliable sterling power.


Here is another clip when it is a little bumpy. In the snot there is something to be said about running along at 75-85mph and not spilling your beverage because there is always going to be someone faster. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9CdG...eature=related
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Old 08-06-2010 | 08:12 AM
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Originally Posted by Oceans15
I'm stuck on speed but love the classic line of this 41' - maybe 85mph with sensible Sterlings is the way to go.
How about something like this?
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Old 08-06-2010 | 11:18 AM
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Originally Posted by Oceans15
Still has #3- good call D'Anniabelle said the same about #3's includinf serviceabliity. Trying to confirm complete restoration prior to trip to OK. What power do I need to push over 100 MPH?
Did you see Sterliing is going to offer 1700 hp soon...Just messing w ya
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Old 08-06-2010 | 11:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Panther
How about something like this?
Nice lines and well over 100mph. I think if your stuck on speed this would be a good consideration
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Old 08-06-2010 | 09:28 PM
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With Sterling this weekend in Michigan City - I'll see what advice Mike offers up....
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Old 08-06-2010 | 09:40 PM
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