I used to race against Bob Eubank in F2 in the silver cup series. I used to drive/nav for F2-16 Backdraft racing. I used to talk to the crew at the races. I heard he sold the boat to the crew chief. The racing was ok, the poker runs are allot more relaxed and fun. Who is doing the dyno work on your motors in Wisc.?

I do not know how much my boat weights because I avoid scales and any inspection stops as possible. Have you had any towing issues and do you banner and flag your trailer? I heard that these boats weigh between #10-12,000 depending on the set-up and what year it was built. The older the boat, the heavier it weighs.

I am looking for a tow vehicle and not to sure which way to go. The dealers say that 350/3500 is not enough to pull the cat. My friend that owns a Ford dealer has a F550 used with 24,000 miles with a custom 5th wheel conversion but it is not 4x4. This truck new is $60,000. I can not justify spending this much for just a tow vehicle.

Mark

I haven't heard what Bob did with the boat. I will ask Mike when I see him this week.

When accounting comes in I will get the name of the company who dyno'd the motors. I have a friend who works for Mercury and he knows those guys and was driving up there anyway.

Unfortunately I may have to do it again. If so I will send them to Dave @ Wesco racing in Grand rapids.

I heard my boat weighs around 12,000. I will run it over a scale when I am finished.

My trialer is in excess of 5,000.

I was told the same about a truck. I have a buddy who has two Ford dealerships. The 3500 Ford is at it's peak limit and borderline on GVW for the truck. Also, unless it is a diesel it will be too much load on the motor. He also reccommended a 550 but the $$$$ for such a limited use item is too extreme.

The F700 I am considering is a 85 with only 128 m miles, 8.3 liter Detroit diesel. A custom conversion unit designed to haul mobile homes. Set up for a fifth wheel plate or gooseneck (remove the plate). Looks like a mini tractor trailer cab with the sleeper on it. When all done I would have $12-13m in the truck. Interior needs replaced and panels painted, a little paint work also outside to spiff it up.

This unit will tow either boat and I will haul one back and forth to Florida every year. My Top Gun is in Florida right now.

Fixed Drives?
 

Are your Arnesons fixed or have trim?
Mark Smith

Fixed

No trim or even trim tabs. Always planed out well without.

Cat Builder,
Are you still out there? Can't wait to see the 49 OE. Whats happening with that?
Mark Smith

Hi guys ! I pulled my 39 with a single wheel F350 diesel, 6 speed manual, and 3.73 gears . I would recomend a dually but it handled fine ! I bought mine out of Michigan and towed it across rt. 80 through PA and Jersey . I had the cruise set at 80 mph across PA ! If the boat sits on the trailer right , you can do it with a 1 ton dually . Just depends on how your state law reads as far as GVW ratings and if they declare a weight on the trailer registration or if the truck carries it . Joe

NY or bust
 

Joe,

Are you doing the NY Poker Run? I hope so. I have never been there and need so guidance.

Mark

Re: Ocean Express Pictures
 

Hey guys,

Thought you might like to see this ocean express 48'

Re: Ocean Express Pictures
 

douglas!!

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet ride! You have anymore pics???

Re: Ocean Express Pictures
 

Thanks for the pics Doug. I have actually been on a couple of those. One had trips.

Thanks for the pics. look back in a few weeks I will havbe some final pics of my 39.