Looking forward to a better 2011 Season....2010 was kinda rough on the pocket book.

Danny

That sure is a Beautiful Boat Danny - It really looks Awesome... If I'm not mistaken, you bought that boat from Morgan - He and I have had a number of long phone conversations... Here are a few pictures of my 28 from the 2010 Summer, by far the best summer that I have ever had...

Yep - it's Morgan's Boat, he has been really helpful with any issues or questions. Even doing some spontaneous Engine removal when the need came this Summer.

Sometimes Karma just doesn't shine on the bright side... I am confident that 2011 should bring some new adventures.

Got some water testing to do once I get it back from the Builder....then I will put it up for the Winter, the warehouse is waiting.

Next project is repowering the 22 Classic for next Season...man does it ever end?

Some how - I still love it all, got quite an education this year...most of it was Boating related...now lets see what I can do with it!

Be Well

Danny

For those of you who have not had the pleasure of meeting Dr. Dan, he is by far one of the nicest and most generous people I have ever met, so when the chit hit the fan, I felt it was only right to repay him for his kindness. If anyone deserves a trouble free boating season, it is Danny. He was plagued with troubles this season, but thankfully was not without good friends who would help him without question. You always have a spot on my boat Danny, and I will keep the towline handy.

Sorry Danny, got to put one up.....maybe two....

Enter....... The Pantera Recovery Team

hi Danny nice looking boat is that paint or rapp ? Great to see everybody smileing even while on tow ,been there a few times myself just sit back and enjoy the free ride hope next year is a good one for you and your pantera regards paul from England pantera twin 496ho

It's not technically a wrap, they are Graphic Decals made by a buddy of Morgans... my understanding is that he couldn't quite decide what he wanted to do with a graphic design...so they came up with this. The base gel is a Platinum Gel, I actually have grown to like it... quite a bit.

The Boat is a wave crusher, and you can't argue with structural integrity that goes into the boats. This hull seems to have a pretty good balance of speed and performance compared to others... maybe we just got lucky? But all things being equal...it tends to run pretty well for the power it has on tap...now more than ever. Still dialing in props...but it's a blast to drive with more Ponies available.

The Graphics are fine for now... I have a feeling eventually the entire exterior is going to be getting an extensive make over(think TOAD).

I like the boat alot... just want a season or two without any performance related drama. It got re-born this year as a 572 and it's making over 716 lb-ft of torque...with the Horsepower not far off that number.

The performance difference is substantial, its like a different boat. I have nothing but positive things to say about any of the folks who have been involved in keeping me runnng.

From Phil & Loretta's Towing Service to Morgan and his buddies, to Jack and his crew getting the Engine sorted out. Jdub & Phil are my Kryptonite Brothers from another mutha and they have kept me sane during the process.

All great peeps! I have made some great friends on the Bay and they all feel like family when we are out together.

It's really reassuring when you run with a group of Boaters that lend a hand even when you don't ask.

It says something about their character as individuals. I like that and I do what I can to return the favors when the opportunity presents itself.

What more could you ask for in this life?

Danny Pantera

Beautiful day here in Charlotte N.C. on Saturday 11/20 - I decided that I was going to give my boat a real good cleaning before it goes up for the winter - Started after lunch and finished up around 6:30 or so... I was really pleased with the outcome of the engine so I thought I would take some pictures and share them...

Picture #4 is the reflection of the motor from the engine hatch mirrors...

Smokin' !! great package .... in and out

hi there very nice wylie engine bay looks fantastic can you tell me are the ex/manifoulds cmi E top if so how are they holding up,how long you had them i looked into buying 2 sets some said ok some said dont (leaks ) fairly big outlay for me so i am on the fence post?? regards paul England 2001 pantera twin 496ho freezzing here but still using mine

They are CMI Headers and so far No Problems ( Knock On Wood ) - Boat is a 2005 and they have been on the boat since day 1...