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Old 01-08-2008 | 10:31 PM
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Hey everyone I think I want to get involved in OPA racing this year, I want to run a limited # of races, in P-4 Class, I think i am going to have a Pantera built with some factory help What will I need for insurance, part, rig and info, Smitty/ Auggie any info would be app. I was thinking of running a 28 Pantera with twin 525 mercs, let me know what you think? i am still going to do sponsership for OPA this year as well
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Insurance ??
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Old 01-09-2008 | 06:56 AM
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What ins.? racing ya right, " crack she strong break she gone "
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Old 01-09-2008 | 10:39 AM
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Originally Posted by Donzi 26zx
Hey everyone I think I want to get involved in OPA racing this year, I want to run a limited # of races, in P-4 Class, I think i am going to have a Pantera built with some factory help What will I need for insurance, part, rig and info, Smitty/ Auggie any info would be app. I was thinking of running a 28 Pantera with twin 525 mercs, let me know what you think? i am still going to do sponsership for OPA this year as well

28 with twin 525's might be a bit much. Single is the way to go with that hull. Probably handle much better to.
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A 28 Pantera actually rus pretty good with 2 big blocks. We have a friend with one and it's called OPA ( after the Greek food). Should run mid 80's.
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Old 01-09-2008 | 01:03 PM
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What is the speed bracket in class 4 & 5?

Where is the schedule? How do you get signed up etc? What kind of safety gear?

I think these would be better questions to have answered.
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Old 01-09-2008 | 01:15 PM
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Originally Posted by jeff1000man
What is the speed bracket in class 4 & 5?

Where is the schedule? How do you get signed up etc? What kind of safety gear?

I think these would be better questions to have answered.


Class speeds :
# 6 - 70mph
# 5 - 75mph
# 4 - 85mph
# 3 - 95mph
# 2 - 105mph
# 1 - 115mph

Check www.OPAracing.org for an event schedule and rule book. You will need a couple full face helmets and Life line or equivalent life jackets at the very least for gear.
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Old 01-09-2008 | 01:40 PM
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Donz,
The "Carrabba's" 28 Pantera is for sale. Race ready all equipment, props, intercom,jackets, trailer, but a single HP500. This boat is competative in class 5. I think they're asking 60,000 if your interested, call 215 651-4787
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Old 01-09-2008 | 01:50 PM
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If anyone is interested...The Screamin' Eagle F1/29' Warlock 500efi, is for sale for a very good price. The Carrabas Pantera would not be competitive with its current power.

PM me for info
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Originally Posted by BRUCE SEROFF
If anyone is interested...The Screamin' Eagle F1/29' Warlock 500efi, is for sale for a very good price. The Carrabas Pantera would not be competitive with its current power.

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Aren't most guys running 7-800 hp engines in P-5 now?
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