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Old 03-13-2008, 05:42 PM
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that drive is massive! whats the size/weight comparison to a number 6?
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That thing looks insane!!! will you guys post the time/date/location of the sea trials? i'd love to see and am 15 minutes away!!!!
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Originally Posted by Perlmudder
that drive is massive! whats the size/weight comparison to a number 6?
looks like a sage
http://www.scsgearbox.com/default2.a...ive_page_id=97
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Old 03-13-2008, 08:20 PM
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Originally Posted by Perlmudder
that drive is massive! whats the size/weight comparison to a number 6?
alot less weight then a #6
And yes it is a Sage#8. It was previewed in this thread towards the beginning.

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MRD must be moving right along with the Turbine. They are picking up the engine hatch today. I had to dust it off yesturday and wheel it out.
We need some new pictures!
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I just talked with Pete from MRD. He's telling me this Turbine will be turn key by Friday!!!
Jeff !! Get the props ready!! Now the fun begins.
I definately have to get some video footage of this.
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Jeff!!! We need ya ! It's almost prop time. Friday might be launch date.
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You guys are launching this thing friday? where about? what time?... don't know if i'm welcome, but would love to see this boat in action.... I am really impressed with what i've heard of them and would love to see one in person (does'nt hurt that its got a jet strapped to it!)
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Originally Posted by FX10
I just talked with Pete from MRD. He's telling me this Turbine will be turn key by Friday!!!
Superboat History in the making !!!!!!
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that thing is bada$$!
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