Baja History "The Thread"
10-11-2006 | 09:43 AM
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Re: Baja History "The Thread"
A few details I learned about the "B36" Outlaw Race Boat.
It was built as a race boat from the factory for a then Baja dealer named Mike Hoffman.
The boat was shipped without power. It did not have any cuddy or back seat.
Originally it was raced with 700 HP motors and #3 drives with old style transmissions.
It ran in the low 80's and interestingly enough it ran almost as fast on smooth water as rough water.
The boat never did have a first place finish, but did have a second, third and a couple of fifth place finishes on the race circuit.
It was built as a race boat from the factory for a then Baja dealer named Mike Hoffman.
The boat was shipped without power. It did not have any cuddy or back seat.
Originally it was raced with 700 HP motors and #3 drives with old style transmissions.
It ran in the low 80's and interestingly enough it ran almost as fast on smooth water as rough water.
The boat never did have a first place finish, but did have a second, third and a couple of fifth place finishes on the race circuit.
10-11-2006 | 10:43 AM
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I had one of 3- 1990 226es' with a factory installed HP465. It had a 1.36 Bravo on it & ran a best of 82 mph. I'll dig out the pictures. Also the guys who own the 40 Skater Sourcer (sp) in IA had one of the other 2- 226es' & it was an openbow. The other one last I knew was in the Austin area.
10-11-2006 | 10:47 AM
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Originally Posted by Dock Holiday
This is the actual 36 they tested that won the Offshore Powerboat of The Year Award.
Factory/dealer showpiece, custom built by Baja.
http://www.powerboatmagazine.com/2001tests/feb1.php
This is THE boat that won the Outstanding Offshore Performance award, issued by Powerboat Magazine. Run in fresh water only after the day of testing. View additional pictures on boats.com.
Also after the test, PFM Products SuperChillers, gauges (fuel pressure, boost), and the necessary scoops were installed. Horsepower increased to 700 (maximum) per engine, using 91 octane fuel. Acceleration was increased using Maximus 5-blade 15 1/4 X 32 lab-finished props. This boat is capable of running 90+ mph top speeds. The HP575Sci is a very reliable motor. Options on this boat are the Mercury Racing HP575SCi engines, with inward-rotating Bravo One XR drives, Level Two Custom Shop Pak, 3D paint job (must see to appreciate), Team Baja package, Teague Custom Marine exhaust tips, Mercury 280 S K-planes, triple bolster rear bench, through hull exhaust with flappers, fresh water flush, transom shower, Lowrance depthfinder, electric navigation light, Sunbrella cockpit cover with Baja logos, Clarion/Bose stereo system, 6-disc CD changer, fire extinguisher system. Many other options/add-ons including shorepower, electric bolsters, monster gauges, Bimini top, etc. Standard belts and pulleys included. Bravo One 4-blade 30P lab-finished props included.
Also included is a totally custom Dorsey tri-axle trailer; featuring an Ausco electric/hydraulic brake system, cut-out and illuminated Baja logos, custom painted to match the boat, etc.
Factory/dealer showpiece, custom built by Baja.
http://www.powerboatmagazine.com/2001tests/feb1.php
This is THE boat that won the Outstanding Offshore Performance award, issued by Powerboat Magazine. Run in fresh water only after the day of testing. View additional pictures on boats.com.
Also after the test, PFM Products SuperChillers, gauges (fuel pressure, boost), and the necessary scoops were installed. Horsepower increased to 700 (maximum) per engine, using 91 octane fuel. Acceleration was increased using Maximus 5-blade 15 1/4 X 32 lab-finished props. This boat is capable of running 90+ mph top speeds. The HP575Sci is a very reliable motor. Options on this boat are the Mercury Racing HP575SCi engines, with inward-rotating Bravo One XR drives, Level Two Custom Shop Pak, 3D paint job (must see to appreciate), Team Baja package, Teague Custom Marine exhaust tips, Mercury 280 S K-planes, triple bolster rear bench, through hull exhaust with flappers, fresh water flush, transom shower, Lowrance depthfinder, electric navigation light, Sunbrella cockpit cover with Baja logos, Clarion/Bose stereo system, 6-disc CD changer, fire extinguisher system. Many other options/add-ons including shorepower, electric bolsters, monster gauges, Bimini top, etc. Standard belts and pulleys included. Bravo One 4-blade 30P lab-finished props included.
Also included is a totally custom Dorsey tri-axle trailer; featuring an Ausco electric/hydraulic brake system, cut-out and illuminated Baja logos, custom painted to match the boat, etc.
I'd like to have that boat! I know it is for sale, but divorces are expensive & I had to pay out about what that boat cost to my ex.
10-11-2006 | 10:58 AM
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wow doc thanks for the links of the 98 baja's. my first performance boat was a 1998 24se with a 454 mag mpi that i bought new. i can not believe that it has been almost 10 years, and 4 boats later. 2 baja's a fountain and a active thunder. funny thing the 24 was the only boat that i bought new and i sold it for more than i paid. that hasnt happened since. many fond memories, crossed lake michigan a couple of time's in that boat, been all over the north channel in it. great little boat.
10-11-2006 | 04:58 PM
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Re: Baja History "The Thread"
Originally Posted by Dock Holiday
Greg,
The cats look at lot like the ChrisCat.
What years did Baja build the Cats, and how many different models?
Dock
The cats look at lot like the ChrisCat.
What years did Baja build the Cats, and how many different models?
Dock
Ive heard the stories, but I honestly forget the details.
Have you heard any of the stories of BAJA building some boats for BANANA years ago?
10-11-2006 | 05:02 PM
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Here's a quote from TOP BANANA on an old thread.
Baja
"We don't know how many actually were made....that is what we are trying to do. But now that you mention it, I sold some 18 and 20 footers made by baja under the banana name. Doug Smith let me put my name on them to fill out my line."
Baja
"We don't know how many actually were made....that is what we are trying to do. But now that you mention it, I sold some 18 and 20 footers made by baja under the banana name. Doug Smith let me put my name on them to fill out my line."
10-11-2006 | 08:35 PM
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Originally Posted by drdread
Do I see a Baja cat in the near future?!?!?!?!? 
No, but I saw your 405 today when I was out cruising around. Took a buddy from work back in there to show him the nice "cabins" on the island!
The lift is nice. You could sit out on the boat drinking a few root beers in the rain if you wanted!
