The Outboard Church

lake p.a.l. · Jun 3, 2020

War Canoe said:
We were chosen to lead all the cars into the track stadium...Natalie was the first to graduate. Caddy ran perfect...a memorable day , indeed.
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Soooooo incredibly cool !!!!!!!!!

stoker2001 · Jun 3, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
Soooooo incredibly cool !!!!!!!!!

how was Powell,we need piks

lake p.a.l. · Jun 3, 2020

We had a blast camping at Powell last week. I will do an actual write-up later

War Canoe · Jun 4, 2020

A shot of my buddy Bully when we were at the greatest lake on earth...

War Canoe · Jun 4, 2020

Today’s run....My son rode and drove today.
Believe it or not, I raced a helicopter. Swear to God. Epic day. Videoed the start, but had my hands full at 110 mph in not so good water. It was surreal while it lasted. I need a go pro with good batteries.

War Canoe · Jun 4, 2020

Helicopter vs Cougar .... a very good race!
We ran the entire south fork with him right above me. Maybe 75’ over the water. His blades were so loud I couldn’t hear my engine. Pumped enough adrenaline to fill a gas can. I love boating. You never know what’s next.

The Phantom · Jun 5, 2020

War Canoe said:
We were chosen to lead all the cars into the track stadium...Natalie was the first to graduate. Caddy ran perfect...a memorable day , indeed.
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Did they have a sign no burnouts on the synthetic track? Congratulations looks like a wonderful day .

War Canoe · Jun 6, 2020

Freaking Friday !!

War Canoe · Jun 6, 2020

Had to bring you all back to earth....

The Phantom · Jun 6, 2020

War Canoe said:
Today’s run....My son rode and drove today.
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Who spanked who?

War Canoe · Jun 6, 2020

We ran a few miles with him right above me...I was running 110 mph on the long straightaway, and he stayed right in the same place. We finally came to the bridge and he went up higher ...water conditions were dwindling in the main channel, so we backed off. I wish the pilot and I could have a beer together and bullshit about that little contest. I don’t know the stats on that helicopter, but I know he must have been laughing the whole way while chasing me.
If I only had a bigger engine....

The Phantom · Jun 6, 2020

I can’t tell from the photograph but it looks like some type of eurocopter. If that’s the case their cruise speed can be somewhere around 140 possibly maxing out around 170 mph.

I’m sure your motor is bigger and more powerful than my little motor.

War Canoe · Jun 6, 2020

He was probably toying with me....

lake p.a.l. · Jun 6, 2020

Rumors of a new 32 Doug Wright tearing up Havapuddle with 450s. Seems a certain Church Reverend has been keeping it under wraps.....

n2otoofast4u · Jun 6, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
Rumors of a new 32 Doug Wright tearing up Havapuddle with 450s. Seems a certain Church Reverend has been keeping it under wraps.....

I thought he was going 36 this time. Regardless, it’s gonna be a bad bitch!

War Canoe · Jun 6, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
Rumors of a new 32 Doug Wright tearing up Havapuddle with 450s. Seems a certain Church Reverend has been keeping it under wraps.....

The Phantom · Jun 7, 2020

War Canoe said:
He was probably toying with me....

That bastard!!!!!

BingerFang · Jun 7, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
Rumors of a new 32 Doug Wright tearing up Havapuddle with 450s. Seems a certain Church Reverend has been keeping it under wraps.....

I saw him last weekend in the gorge, boat is effin gorgeous.

AZMIDLYF · Jun 7, 2020

How does it run with the 450s?

lake p.a.l. · Jun 8, 2020

AZMIDLYF said:
How does it run with the 450s?

Rumor has it he needs bigger props!!! His wife says bigger would be better, she is incredibly awesome. 125mph on rev limiter with 200 gallons of fuel on board.

AZMIDLYF · Jun 8, 2020

Those things have 200 gal. gas capacity? If so, I hope those were full tanks.

War Canoe · Jun 8, 2020

Report from Houston:
Afterburners kicked in, we are well north of 130....
This thing could pull 40’s....do they even make a 40??

lake p.a.l. · Jun 8, 2020

War Canoe said:
Report from Houston:
Afterburners kicked in, we are well north of 130....
This thing could pull 40’s....do they even make a 40??

Did he really hit the limiter with 38s??

War Canoe · Jun 8, 2020

The limiter has been pinned with 38’s ...

The Phantom · Jun 8, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
Rumor has it he needs bigger props!!! His wife says bigger would be better, she is incredibly awesome. 125mph on rev limiter with 200 gallons of fuel on board.

What’s awesome?

lake p.a.l. · Jun 8, 2020

The Phantom said:
What’s awesome?

His wife, not him....

AZMIDLYF · Jun 8, 2020

Wow!! How does she feel at those speeds?

War Canoe · Jun 8, 2020

Maybe the Bully will describe the sensation. My thoughts are I bet it feels light !
Prop diameter is the crucial factor with this set up and engine combo. 15’s or even 14 3/4’s ....too much diameter causes rear lift.

War Canoe · Jun 8, 2020

Monday Muffins...

The Phantom · Jun 8, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
His wife, not him....

That’s what I figured but I thought there might be an outside chance you were referring to the boat.

lake p.a.l. · Jun 8, 2020

Spinning in or out ? My boat prefers spinning out. Might have lost 1-2 mph but the overall feel & handling is MUCH better along with better in rough water.

DWC · Jun 8, 2020

War Canoe said:
View attachment 886023 Maybe the Bully will describe the sensation. My thoughts are I bet it feels light !
Prop diameter is the crucial factor with this set up and engine combo. 15’s or even 14 3/4’s ....too much diameter causes rear lift.

Incredible boat. That’s a dream set-up for anywhere. Perfect for Havasu.

War Canoe · Jun 9, 2020

Full tunnel = Spin out

Spoke to Bully today. He will be describing the traits of his new beast. Should be interesting reading!

Bullhead bully · Jun 9, 2020

Ok. Congregation here you go.
My 2020 winter project took a little bit longer than I was anticipating. But I’m very happy with the outcome.
Numbers are from first day out. Initial testing. Once I drop 100 gallons Of fuel and raise the engines numbers will improve. For day 1 I am extremely happy with the numbers.

14 3/4x38 Mercury cleavers. With less fuel raising the engines lowering the water pressure into the 20 psi range slip numbers will be in the low single digits where they need to be. Then everything will happen. Also other props are on the way.

Outdrive1 · Jun 9, 2020

Getting closer!!

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lake p.a.l. · Jun 10, 2020

Outdrive1 said:
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Getting closer!!

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What hull is that? Should be fun river rocket

Outdrive1 · Jun 10, 2020

lake p.a.l. said:
What hull is that? Should be fun river rocket

That’s a 20 Schiada. It’s just an old bar beater.

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lake p.a.l. · Jun 10, 2020

Outdrive1 said:
That’s a 20 Schiada. It’s just an old bar beater.

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Paul, u should get up here to the Delta. We have plenty of destinations to show you

Outdrive1 · Jun 10, 2020

Rigged. Waiting on Joe.

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War Canoe · Jun 11, 2020

Today’s run ....really nice! Mid week heaven.

War Canoe · Jun 11, 2020

Came home....then went out again!

sonicss31 · Jun 11, 2020

Had some spark and fuel issues. Took some time to figure out the problems but it’s good to go now.

AZMIDLYF · Jun 12, 2020

That is getting it done for a 36 ft hull.

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DWC · Jun 12, 2020

While i sit pounding away... I hear a slight buzz in the background.

Bullhead bully · Jun 12, 2020

Got this video Early Sunday morning

The Phantom · Jun 12, 2020

Bullhead bully said:
Got this video Early Sunday morning
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Did you get spanked by an outboard ?

Bullhead bully · Jun 13, 2020

The Phantom said:
Did you get spanked by an outboard ?

Absolutely ! I top out at 105mph the victory cruises in the 130s.

However......
I burn 4 GPH!!! LOL
And a pair of 450s at WOT.......
Probaly close to 80 GPH

The Phantom · Jun 13, 2020

Bullhead bully said:
Absolutely ! I top out at 105mph the victory cruises in the 130s.

However......
I burn 4 GPH!!! LOL
And a pair of 450s at WOT.......
Probaly close to 80 GPH

In that case you showed that smart ass.

lake p.a.l. · Jun 13, 2020

Riding with Rick in his Gone Again 28 Skater from Pittsburg to Sacramento for lunch. Gonna be breezy & choppy, should be a blast. Pics later

lake p.a.l. · Jun 14, 2020

Had a FANTASTIC day riding with Rick in his 28 Skater yesterday. It's a 1994 that looks damn near brand new. Thanks to Dan for buying lunch @ Rio City, great food. 135 miles & hit 110 mph with 3 people. His boat is dialed with 38 gallon ballast tank & trim tabs for rough water. What a pleasure to ride with a true offshore champion. Water got rough after we passed Rio Vista on the way back, went from legit 2-3' to much bigger, so we hung a left & cut thru 3 mile slough & back to Pittsburg. Wiped it down then had the "pleasure" of a jet boat guy coming over to tell us about his mail order bride from Vietnam.........