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Old 03-06-2014 | 03:15 PM
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Originally Posted by Boatlesss
Not to get this off topic, but why doesn't ilmor or just use the dodge v10 truck block then. It's the same engine but with a cast iron block. Problem solved
Or use the LSX platform they have developed, add boost and make some big numbers. A supercharged LSX motor would work in many superboat classes wouldn't it?
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Old 03-06-2014 | 03:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Boatlesss
Not to get this off topic, but why doesn't ilmor or just use the dodge v10 truck block then. It's the same engine but with a cast iron block. Problem solved
It may have 10 cylinders but is still only 8.0 liters.
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Old 03-06-2014 | 04:53 PM
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not the same block dude have you ever tried putting those heads on a truck motor not a drop on
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Old 03-06-2014 | 05:14 PM
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i'm sure illmor will do just fine. they are an enormous company with plenty of money behind them and all kinds of talent. it will be an addition to the high performance boat industry. businesses get bought and sold every day, i'm sure it wasn't a surprise when illmor bought in. i'm also pretty sure there was a boat load of money exchanging hands
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Old 03-06-2014 | 08:27 PM
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Phill sold the business out from under Frank!!! As of now Frank got the Shaft . That's why everybody is pissed.
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Old 03-06-2014 | 08:32 PM
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Big business .... Well any business can be a cold game. If frank is as good as everyone says he(I'm sure he is) he will recover from this. Sounds like he has a line of costumers already!! In three years he might just say this is the best thing that has happened to him.
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Old 03-06-2014 | 09:33 PM
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I hope wherever Frank ends up he lets us know where is!! He's a great guy and very talented.
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Old 03-06-2014 | 09:38 PM
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Originally Posted by drpete3
Reminds me of this old saying. Its not that I dont trust my book keeper, its that I dont trust anyone.

That may seem cold but its not meant that way. Im just saying in business you cant "trust" anyone.
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Been there, and had that ALMOST done to me. Got a kick a$$ lawyer, fought them tooth and nail, and got a FAIR buyout. Been on my own, (With my wife as my partner) ever since and our business has just exploded. In a weird way, it turned out to be the best thing for me, (us) in the long run. BTW,I don't know Frank, but if he is as talented as everyone here says he is, then he will recover as long as he didn't sign a non-compete while at scorpion.
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Old 03-07-2014 | 07:45 AM
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Brad Smith was building a set of 1725s for my new Skater to run Desert Storm

Do you think Fred Kiekhaefer would build a reliable set of motors for me ?

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Old 03-07-2014 | 08:17 AM
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Oh man I just ordered a set of Scorpion Rockers I hope Ilmor doesn`t stop my order!!
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