Phenomenon Update: Look for Record Attempt in Summer 2011
12-11-2010, 05:28 AM
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So they're going for 220 mph+ in a prop driven boat to set a "NEW" record. What record?? For a Turbine power prop driven boat?? That would be a feat to accomplish in a boat that size. However "TOP FUEL" drag boats that are prop driven do 250 mph+ in 4 seconds.
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PS Go easy on me guys, I've been on this planet a long time..
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12-11-2010, 08:52 AM
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So they're going for 220 mph+ in a prop driven boat to set a "NEW" record. What record?? For a Turbine power prop driven boat?? That would be a feat to accomplish in a boat that size. However "TOP FUEL" drag boats that are prop driven do 250 mph+ in 4 seconds.
Not looking for an argument here, just making a statement.
PS Go easy on me guys, I've been on this planet a long time..
Not looking for an argument here, just making a statement.
PS Go easy on me guys, I've been on this planet a long time..
12-11-2010, 11:50 AM
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I agree with dykstra. Run it at Fountain on the Pamlico. Plenty of room, gated guarded area, and the fastest water around. Also if you read this Reggie III, Roger A. says Hi.
12-11-2010, 01:18 PM
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Some simple math: 220 mph equals roughly 354 kph. At 354 kph you cover roughly 6 kilometers per minute. That means to break the record the boat needs to sustain the speed of 220 mph for roughly ten seconds. And then do it again. It doesn't sound like much. On the other hand, there's a reason the record has stood uncontested for some time.
And Warby's record of 317 mph? Forget about it. It will never be broken. For many reasons, No. 1 being economics.
And Warby's record of 317 mph? Forget about it. It will never be broken. For many reasons, No. 1 being economics.
12-11-2010, 01:35 PM
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And Warby's record of 317 mph? Forget about it. It will never be broken. For many reasons, No. 1 being economics.
Warby built that wooden boat in his garage and set the record with a $65 turbine he bought from the Aussie Air Force. Sounds almost surreal today doesn't it?
Warby built that wooden boat in his garage and set the record with a $65 turbine he bought from the Aussie Air Force. Sounds almost surreal today doesn't it?
12-11-2010, 01:48 PM
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And Warby's record of 317 mph? Forget about it. It will never be broken. For many reasons, No. 1 being economics.
Warby built that wooden boat in his garage and set the record with a $65 turbine he bought from the Aussie Air Force. Sounds almost surreal today doesn't it?
Warby built that wooden boat in his garage and set the record with a $65 turbine he bought from the Aussie Air Force. Sounds almost surreal today doesn't it?
