I am working as fast as I can to get the boat ready for this season. I cant wait to run with you guys. Thanks for the number assignment 647 when the boat last raced in 1979 it was number 47 someone out here did a little research. Yes not the newest boat but still runs strong.

Josh

Josh,
I hope you get your boat done! The more boats, the better racing! I bet it was Waterboy who looked up your old #.
Bob G. 606 Lock'd Up Racing

Chris - I'm not sure, but following what was discussed on the conference call, I don't think that your Platinum will be "grandfathered" in to class 5. I mean it's up to the rest of the guys, but I think you MIGHT have an unfair advantage??

On a serious note, I think class 6 will allow us to take part in more races. I know it's only 5 mph but still...I guess it all depends on what we can do with our motor "situation."

What's the motor situation? anything I can help with?

Don't think so, I would guess he wants something running.

During the confrence call with OPA, it was suggested that class 6 be based on an engine not more than 509 CID (this allows for a couple of 502 rebuilds) and aproxiamtely 500 horsepower. I believe Thunderstruck has a 540 with alot of power. OPA talked about limiting the power of Thunderstruck, without them having them do a complete rebuild of the engine.

Rick go play with your eggbeaters and let the big boys talk....


Was thinking we were talking class 5, I can see there being some sort of small limit on 6.

Fair enough, I guess we will just have to party on the dock!!!

Oh what the hell put me back on the roster...519 MotorCity Offshore.

So how many empty hulls do you have laying around now? 1...2...3 ?

Resucing the ecomony one old raceboat at a time.