yea, yea...been wanting one of those! Tha one under the tailgate right? Is it 3 bulb or 5?

Tailgates' clean...no badges, red handle/bezel the "Cheverolet" and "Silverado" look so cheap they had to go.

The Viper boat, not me, but supposedly to remain in the area, some poor fellow with an island. My hull preference still lies a few steps up the alphabet ladder, but the 35 Donzi is a very impressive package. The Viper set up, to me, is a lot of money for the power, lots of WOW factor, but not a real prudent way to get the horsepower.

The Senator has reported to the Other Half that the voyage was successful. Apparently complete with video documentation of the stats. The boiled down version of the conversation, near as I can sort out, is --- 84 MPH/GPS w/30" Bravos @5600RPM, last years props, and 81MPH w/the new 5 blades @5100. Looks like I may need to spend some money, or listen to the Chit all season. Or maybe just get him in some real big water to see what shakes out. May need to adjust the X dimension on the Beak Boat !

Would "Hot" be in reference to the sea water pumps? Lucky that little downpour blew thru and cooled both down. There are days one feels like a "Chit Magnet".

Ragged,
rumour has it Whipple is back in business, quick bolt on way to go by him. Also heard the senator may be attracting more attention this year with the new exhaust choice. WTF, at this point another couple grand for good mufflers can't hurt. Question is, will he do it before or after the ticket. Now thats a video I want to do the backup music for Oh, just so Rip doesn't have a kitten about intruding the thread, still haven't pulled the trigger on the truck, still tryin' to work the Chevy. Ragged, don't you have a vehicular connection of some sort?

it's like crack...


These are definitely the days to have a loud powerboat...
...in the boathouse, or out.

Definitely a plus for all of us.

5 PM ,

In a lengthy [!] phone interview last evening with the Senator, he reports an increase of 8 MPH, also expectations of more to come via the Prop Wizard. Exhaust levels are reportedly up, perhaps a dual purpose usage here, hot boat / marina alarm clock ? Could likely claim some form of diplomatic immunity in regard to local noise regulations. As for the Beak Boat --- No Blowers --- perhaps a change in "X" thru shorter lowers, research so far would suggest that should do the trick in gaining an "Edge" on the Senator. Honestly not too concerned, just looking forward to burning some $4 / gal. gas, my prediction for the upcomming Memorial weekend at the dock price.

Speaking of trucks,out of respect to the truck thread, yes there is a connection. Little brother has both Chevrolet and GMC. Can check to see what is avaliable for you. Was that Donzi yellow you were looking for ????

I used the GM light, about a foot long, it has 3 led lights. Here is some good info on the install. http://www.dieselplace.com/forum/showthread.php?t=12521

The truck looks great! I think one more mod will finish it off.
Dan

Rip, I have one in front of me right now.... GM part #15744722

Was planning on putting it on my truck....but not enough time and my truck is a 2000 Classic body style.

3 bulb....

Rippem,
Finally got my truck! I love it! Can't wait to add a few mods. I ended up going with the Revo 265/75R 16's like on my last truck. I installed the Titan hitch today so I'm officially ready for boating season.
Dan