September

[major_justin]

Well boys i am afraid i wont be making it out of Afganistan to be home before September so anyone know of any gathering in september i can jump in?

[FC-Pilot]

Heck, when you get home if there are not any gatherings we will put one together in honor of your service, as well as all the other men and women who serve and protect our country. Who knows, maybe a few Wannabe's will show up.

Paul

[coltmodel70]

heck, if you come home throught NC, i'll have a beer w/ you on the back porch. i'm a hour from Bragg or Jacksonville

http://i26.photobucket.com/albums/c136/coltmodel70/Picture003.jpg

[BradP]

We will have the annual, informal, drag your junk to Parker trip in September.;)

Unless I break all my shit before then.:confused::D

Thanks again for your service, none of us would be here without the sacrifices of the men and women in our armed forces.

[Flatmvn]

We will have the annual, informal, drag your junk to Parker trip in September.;)

Unless I break all my shit before then.:confused::D

Thanks again for your service, none of us would be here without the sacrifices of the men and women in our armed forces.

Nowing all your junk It will probably be broke, :D:

Seriously though the third week in September a friend and I are going to be in Parker AZ, The Water will be great and there will be some fast boats there. you are more than welcome to come to Parker and hang out with us.

Louis

[BradP]

You forgot to add if he shows he will NOT be allowed to pay for or bring with him food or booze. He's on his own for pudenda.:D

[warpt71]

Make sure you have all you have all your screws tight, not just the ones in your head :D :D :D September is a great time to boat in Parker, Ill be sure to try and make it out.
Look forward to havin you at the river Justin, and thanks for all you do

[Flatmvn]

You forgot to add if he shows he will NOT be allowed to pay for or bring with him food or booze. He's on his own for pudenda.:D

Sound good to me I think it is the least we can do for one of our fellow American Soldiers and his family if he wants to bring them also.

[RiverRacer]

Hell yeah, got to give him the Red Carpet treatment and beyond!.. Louis, make sure your boat is tops, he deserves the best ride right down the middle, I'll ride with Brad and take a nap!..:D

[Flatmvn]

Hell yeah, got to give him the Red Carpet treatment and beyond!.. Louis, make sure your boat is tops, he deserves the best ride right down the middle, I'll ride with Brad and take a nap!..:D

Make sure you bring a nice fluffy pillow so you will really enjoy that nap.:D:D

My ride will be in top shape nothing but the best for the military.

[RiverRacer]

Make sure you bring a nice fluffy pillow so you will really enjoy that nap.:D:D

My ride will be in top shape nothing but the best for the military.

I kinda figured it would be!.. BTW, thanks for the reminder I'll make sure to bring a good pillow!..:D

[FC-Pilot]

We will be lucky if our junk floats, but it may just make an appearance.

Paul

[Flatmvn]

We will be lucky if our junk floats, but it may just make an appearance.

Paul

Don't be such a tease. Just because it floated earlier and ran once doesn't mean it will do it again. All though you could get luck on the other hand.

;):D

[BradP]

PILLOW???????????WTF?

Bunch of smart asses here, Louis better watch out or I'll actually open it up next time.:D

Paul, if it floats we will tow you or you can just drift in the current and save gas.:D

[FC-Pilot]

Don't be such a tease. Just because it floated earlier and ran once doesn't mean it will do it again. All though you could get luck on the other hand.

;):D

Well miraculously we made it back from the lake again. Who would have believed we could have had it come back in one piece twice.:confused: O.K. well it was not really in one piece. The first outing we had a fuel and ignition problem so the engine did not want to run. Today we lost a cavitation plate pad on one of the turn buckles. But it at least ran. It ran 80.6 MPH with our little 330+ ci pump gas motor that we have in there. We tried two of the props we have and did not notice much of a difference in RPM or MPH. It will be interesting what will happen when we dial in the motor and get it to take a set. It just might be scary.:eek: Who knows, we might even post some pictures before too long. Maybe we will repost the whole building process of this boat just so you guys can see how stupid we are. LOL

Paul

[Wannabe]

http://www.wannaberacing.net/silver80-6.jpg

[BradP]

http://www.wannaberacing.net/silver80-6.jpg

That looks SWWWWWWWWWEEEEEEEEEEETTTT!!!!;):D

[FC-Pilot]

That must be one of those 16' Biesemeyers' judging by the looks of it.:p

Paul

[FC-Pilot]

That looks SWWWWWWWWWEEEEEEEEEEETTTT!!!!;):D

Thanks Brad. Actually, it looks really rough, but not bad from a distance.;)

Paul

[Flatmvn]

Glad to see you guys making some progress. Get to work on that thing and lets get it to Parker the third week of Sept. We are tired of excuses. :D

Louis

[RiverRacer]

I could bring my "good" prop!..:D

[FC-Pilot]

I could bring my "good" prop!..:D

Is this Arts way of trying to seduce me?;) I think I will be able to talk the family into making it. This will be a new adventure for us as we have never based a vacation around our boats. After speaking with dad he is in, then again who knows what might change by then. It also depends on our racing schedule.

Paul

[Terrible toy]

Hey, is the "informal, drag your junk to Parker" open to "wanna bes" from California. It would be great to meet some of you that I only know from posts and pics.

If the good SGT. Major would like a ride in my sled... my pleasure.

[RiverRacer]

This will be a new adventure for us as we have never based a vacation around our boats.
Paul

You been missing a lot of fun!..:D

[RiverRacer]

Hey, is the "informal, drag your junk to Parker" open to "wanna bes" from California. It would be great to meet some of you that I only know from posts and pics.

If the good SGT. Major would like a ride in my sled... my pleasure.

Sounds good to me!..:cool:

[BradP]

Hey, is the "informal, drag your junk to Parker" open to "wanna bes" from California. It would be great to meet some of you that I only know from posts and pics.

If the good SGT. Major would like a ride in my sled... my pleasure.

Looks like we need to set a date.

We will be at Echo Lodge on the Cali side. They have RV spaces and trailers for rent, a small store and restaurant/bar.

How does the 20th through the 23rd sound?

[FC-Pilot]

We are a little more of Mid-week people as we don't fit in with the usual weekend party group, but we could definitely do some thing like Monday the 22 on through the week.

Paul

[Terrible toy]

The dates look good to me. It's a ways off, but I will circle the dates on the calendar and keep it open.

By the way, I had gotten about three quarters of those cartoons posted when the "great crash" occurred, want me to try and post the rest?

[FC-Pilot]

The dates look good to me. It's a ways off, but I will circle the dates on the calendar and keep it open.

By the way, I had gotten about three quarters of those cartoons posted when the "great crash" occurred, want me to try and post the rest?

SURE! I know I got a kick out of them, and I am sure others did too.

This little get together in September should be a blast. I just hope everything works out for us on this end.

Paul

[BradP]

We are a little more of Mid-week people as we don't fit in with the usual weekend party group, but we could definitely do some thing like Monday the 22 on through the week.

Paul

The usual weekend party group isn't there in September. Saturday would be the busiest day and everyone leaves Sunday morning. Sunday to Friday is good water and quiet....................except for us.:D

[BradP]

The dates look good to me. It's a ways off, but I will circle the dates on the calendar and keep it open.

By the way, I had gotten about three quarters of those cartoons posted when the "great crash" occurred, want me to try and post the rest?

Bring 'em back!

[major_justin]

You guys are awsome..:cool:.. I just got back off an obviously successful few day mission,, and to see all the replies that is awsome.... I am sure all your boats are above my knowledge but give me some time to catch up :) and i will ride in every one of them even if its just to sip on a cold one. let me know when in september !!!!! mid-tour from here they never give exact dates but i get 18 days of leave so right now i am scheduled from the 10th-28th time frame but it could flex a few days to the left or more than likely the right
Cant wait but i got to...... and its great to read all of your love to hate relationships with eachothers boats good people and good times

[Flatmvn]

Setting a date is a great Idea. As I stated before My buddy and I are going to be there for the entire third week of Sept. The Dates are the Sun 14-Mon 22. So those of you that want to come the weekend of the 13-14 we will be there on Sunday. For those of you that want to come during the week we will be there. For those of you that want to come the weekend of the 20-21 we will be getting ready to leave.

For those of you that attended the V-Drive September Social Prior to September 2003, you know what to expect. Let me just state that this is by no means an EVENT. This is a CAMPING TRIP for friends and fellow boaters to enjoy each others company. This is a if you want to tow whatever type of boat you own to the river and hang out with some friends then we will see you there.

There has been a suggestion of camping at Buckskin State Park which is directly across the river from ECHO LODGE which is on the California side of the river. There is camping, cabanas for day time use, a general store and a BAR on premises so NO ONE will have to drive. Of course all of this is open for discussion and subject to change.

Thanks Guys

Louis

[Flatmvn]

The dates look good to me. It's a ways off, but I will circle the dates on the calendar and keep it open.

By the way, I had gotten about three quarters of those cartoons posted when the "great crash" occurred, want me to try and post the rest?

Start a new thread and start all over again with them, they were great.

Plus we need something logical on here other than all the BS slinging,:D

[warpt71]

The usual weekend party group isn't there in September. Saturday would be the busiest day and everyone leaves Sunday morning. Sunday to Friday is good water and quiet....................except for us.:D

Best water and weather ever!!!

Midweek at Echo last Sept.
http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/medium/100_2040.JPG
http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/medium/river907098cf9.jpg

[BradP]

Setting a date is a great Idea. As I stated before My buddy and I are going to be there for the entire third week of Sept. The Dates are the Sun 14-Mon 22. So those of you that want to come the weekend of the 13-14 we will be there on Sunday. For those of you that want to come during the week we will be there. For those of you that want to come the weekend of the 20-21 we will be getting ready to leave.

For those of you that attended the V-Drive September Social Prior to September 2003, you know what to expect. Let me just state that this is by no means an EVENT. This is a CAMPING TRIP for friends and fellow boaters to enjoy each others company. This is a if you want to tow whatever type of boat you own to the river and hang out with some friends then we will see you there.

There has been a suggestion of camping at Buckskin State Park which is directly across the river from ECHO LODGE which is on the California side of the river. There is camping, cabanas for day time use, a general store and a BAR on premises so NO ONE will have to drive. Of course all of this is open for discussion and subject to change.

Thanks Guys

Louis

Good idea! That'll keep you freeloaders out of my beer cooler.:D:D

To reiterate, this not an event, just some guys with v-drives, no racing, no organization nothing but slow boating and BS'ing.;)

[BradP]

Best water and weather ever!!!

Midweek at Echo last Sept.
http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/medium/100_2040.JPG
http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/medium/river907098cf9.jpg

Top pic looks like right after we left and the lesbians arrived.:eek::D

[warpt71]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA Your probably right!!! I had forgotten about them, don't know how though

[major_justin]

I cant wait to meet up with you guys i can sit here my whole alloted (i got a time limit on the computers here) time and read all these posts.....

Good ol' times i cant wait to get in them!!!

[Terrible toy]

Start a new thread and start all over again with them, they were great.

Plus we need something logical on here other than all the BS slinging,:D

Yes, something logical and and intellectually stimulating... like cartoons about crazy drag boat racers???.:rolleyes:

[ssmike]

Justin:

Just to echo the sentiments of many others in this thread, THANK YOU for your service!

I look forward to meeting you at the river upon your safe return to our great country........:D:D

Mike

[RiverRacer]

Yep, around here that would be logical and and intellectually stimulating, LOL...:D:D

[RiverRacer]

I cant wait to meet up with you guys i can sit here my whole alloted (i got a time limit on the computers here) time and read all these posts.....

Good ol' times i cant wait to get in them!!!

You will have a great time garonteed!..:cool:

[RiverRacer]

The usual weekend party group isn't there in September. Saturday would be the busiest day and everyone leaves Sunday morning. Sunday to Friday is good water and quiet....................except for us.:D

And Saturday is the best day for the GN's to run down to Bluewater and back, if you stay away from the shore that is!..:D:D

[RiverRacer]

Setting a date is a great Idea. As I stated before My buddy and I are going to be there for the entire third week of Sept. The Dates are the Sun 14-Mon 22. So those of you that want to come the weekend of the 13-14 we will be there on Sunday. For those of you that want to come during the week we will be there. For those of you that want to come the weekend of the 20-21 we will be getting ready to leave.

For those of you that attended the V-Drive September Social Prior to September 2003, you know what to expect. Let me just state that this is by no means an EVENT. This is a CAMPING TRIP for friends and fellow boaters to enjoy each others company. This is a if you want to tow whatever type of boat you own to the river and hang out with some friends then we will see you there.

There has been a suggestion of camping at Buckskin State Park which is directly across the river from ECHO LODGE which is on the California side of the river. There is camping, cabanas for day time use, a general store and a BAR on premises so NO ONE will have to drive. Of course all of this is open for discussion and subject to change.

Thanks Guys

Louis

So, are you guys going to stay at Buckskin, maybe we'll come up early??..

[The Doctor]

OK, since the boys are coming and there will be an opportunity to thank Major Justin in person, I'm in. I'll be bringing the fifth-wheel trailer and need info on this park to reserve a large pull-through type spot. We're a little over 65' total and need to reserve well in advance, I've learned. If somebody could post any info about this park, I'd appreciate it.

[Flatmvn]

Here you go, DOC

http://www.pr.state.az.us/parks/parkhtml/buckskin.html

Louis

[RiverRacer]

Here ya go!..:D

Echo Lodge! (http://www.echolodgeresort.com/)

[Flatmvn]

So, are you guys going to stay at Buckskin, maybe we'll come up early??..

I think so but if we don't I will notify everyone. There is also a suggestion of LAPAZ COUNTY PARK But I think Buckskin would be a Little more out of the way. For those of you that don't know much about the parks I will try to get more info on them and pass it along.

Louis

[Flatmvn]

So, are you guys going to stay at Buckskin, maybe we'll come up early??..

Art didn't Brad say that we always had a place at his house even if he was not there. :D:rolleyes:

[RiverRacer]

I think so but if we don't I will notify everyone. There is also a suggestion of LAPAZ COUNTY PARK But I think Buckskin would be a Little more out of the way. For those of you that don't know much about the parks I will try to get more info on them and pass it along.

Louis

I think Buckskin is a nicer place myself, and a nicer atmosphere!..

[Flatmvn]

Well I think we should keep it simple. So lets get things set up to take Place between Buckskin and Echo Lodge, I think there should be plenty of room between the two Parks.


Louis

[RiverRacer]

That sounds good to me!..:cool:

Since that's a state park,are they still a first come first serve basis???

[Terrible toy]

Just in case Art doesn't have time to finish that cool Rayson Craft by the get together...I finished it for him.:cool:

[RiverRacer]

Thanks Bill that is cool!..:cool: But the way things are going now, no way I'll have it done!..:(

http://www.v-driveboat.com/vweb/attachment.php?attachmentid=61&d=1207197583

[warpt71]

Just in case Art doesn't have time to finish that cool Rayson Craft by the get together...I finished it for him.:cool:

You know you are going to have to make one for every one now :D :D :D

[Terrible toy]

You know you are going to have to make one for every one now :D :D :D You want two engines in yours or just one?:D

[cjbuilder1]

Know I'm sliding in here a little slow but is there going to be room for any "slow" v-drives? I would like the chance to pay proper respect for current troops and fellow vets. Besides, I would like to meet some of the board members and watch their stuff run.

[Flatmvn]

That sounds good to me!..:cool:

Since that's a state park,are they still a first come first serve basis???

Don't know Art I will get some ifo and let you know.

Louis

[BradP]

Know I'm sliding in here a little slow but is there going to be room for any "slow" v-drives? I would like the chance to pay proper respect for current troops and fellow vets. Besides, I would like to meet some of the board members and watch their stuff run.


Absolutly!:D

I'm not fast, just noisy. Just ask Art and Louis.

[FC-Pilot]

Know I'm sliding in here a little slow but is there going to be room for any "slow" v-drives? I would like the chance to pay proper respect for current troops and fellow vets. Besides, I would like to meet some of the board members and watch their stuff run.

Everybody is welcome, (well only if you are nice;)). This is just an opportunity for many of us to get together. Many of us have talked about doing something like this for years now. This is just providing an opportunity to make is happen. Heck, Art is going to come without a boat, so that just shows that there are no requirements to come have fun.

Paul

[BradP]

And Saturday is the best day for the GN's to run down to Bluewater and back, if you stay away from the shore that is!..:D:D


Close to shore makes it easier to pick off lake lice.:D

[BradP]

Art didn't Brad say that we always had a place at his house even if he was not there. :rolleyes:


That was Carson, since the deck was redone no grease monkeys allowed.:p:D:D

[BradP]

cj,

Don't you know there are no slow v-drives?

Check the for sale ads, they are all ex race boats that run minimum triple digits.:D

[cjbuilder1]

If I see the high side of 65 someone better get the oxygen. It will take some serious HP to shove that Campbell above that. Still, the old girl sure rides nice and will carry a load.

[Flatmvn]

Absolutly!:D

I'm not fast, just noisy. Just ask Art and Louis.

Noisy, That is only when you remember to turn the fuel valve on so the engine will fire.:p:D

[Flatmvn]

That was Carson, since the deck was redone no grease monkeys allowed.

Yeah Blame it on the youngling that is not here to defend himself. Step up and be a man at least. We already know your boat is slow. :D:D:D

[Flatmvn]

Know I'm sliding in here a little slow but is there going to be room for any "slow" v-drives? I would like the chance to pay proper respect for current troops and fellow vets. Besides, I would like to meet some of the board members and watch their stuff run.

Once again lets get this out. This is a bunch of people with the same interest going to the river on VACATION. It is not limited to anyone or any specific thing. If you decide to go to ECHO Lodge or Buckskin State Park or any other park within the 30 mile stretch of river in Parker AZ That is Located between Parker Dam and Blue Water Casino and you happen to run into some guys that are there vacationing with there boats and Families at the same time, then more power to you.

It would be great to meet people from the board so the more the merrier.

This is not a RACE, EVENT or any type of SANCTIONED ORGANIZED EVENT. It is a VACATION for all to enjoy.

[BradP]

Noisy, That is only when you remember to turn the fuel valve on so the engine will fire.:p:D


HEY!!!

It's still noisy when it fires on just the starter nozzle.:mad::p

[FC-Pilot]

This is not a RACE, EVENT or any type of SANCTIONED ORGANIZED EVENT. It is a VACATION for all to enjoy.

So what are you trying to say here Louis? ;)

Being that this is nothing formal (as I don't like to dress formal while on vacation) there are no expectations or regulations. The only expectation is to have a great time.:D

Paul

Oh, and lest all be safe!

[FC-Pilot]

If I see the high side of 65 someone better get the oxygen. It will take some serious HP to shove that Campbell above that. Still, the old girl sure rides nice and will carry a load.

We may need you to tow our junk (referring to our families stuff) when it breaks. :p

Paul

[BradP]

So what are you trying to say here Louis? ;)

Being that this is nothing formal (as I don't like to dress formal while on vacation) there are no expectations or regulations. The only expectation is to have a great time.:D

Paul

Oh, and lest all be safe!

So no tux with tails?:p

[cjbuilder1]

Always fetch a man a tow as one day you are sure to need one. Or there are those who have been towed and those who are gonna get towed. I got to figure out how to get this on the calendar for sure.

[Flatmvn]

So what are you trying to say here Louis? ;)

Being that this is nothing formal (as I don't like to dress formal while on vacation) there are no expectations or regulations. The only expectation is to have a great time.:D

Paul

Oh, and lest all be safe!

Well due to some past experiences I am just trying to keep every one safe.
No there are not any expectations of any kind. Just show up and enjoy yourself at the river and be safe.

Louis

[warpt71]

You want two engines in yours or just one?:D

Just one w/ injectoin :D :D I'v always wanted a cartoon of my boat.

http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/00000002.JPG

This is from the day I brought my boat home. I know its a big picture but it didn't look right smaller

I would be thrilled if you could take the time to draw one up for me, would payment in beverage form be ok at the River in Sept?

[RiverRacer]

Absolutly!:D

I'm not fast, just noisy. Just ask Art and Louis.

Well, I'm not sure I can vouch for that since I've never seen the doors open!..:D

[warpt71]

Well, I'm not sure I can vouch for that since I've never seen the doors open!..:D

OUCH!!!!!!

[RiverRacer]

Art didn't Brad say that we always had a place at his house even if he was not there. :D:rolleyes:

Hmmm, now that you mention it!..:D:D

[RiverRacer]

Close to shore makes it easier to pick off lake lice.:D

Good cover there chief!...:D:D

[RiverRacer]

Noisy, That is only when you remember to turn the fuel valve on so the engine will fire.:p:D

OUCH!...:D

[RiverRacer]

Yeah Blame it on the youngling that is not here to defend himself. Step up and be a man at least. We already know your boat is slow. :D:D:D

Louis, we don't really know if the "boat" is slow or not, have you ever seen the doors open, I kept looking and they were always closed!..:D

[Flatmvn]

Well, I'm not sure I can vouch for that since I've never seen the doors open!..:D

I just love the respect that we all share for each other here. :D

[Flatmvn]

Louis, we don't really know if the "boat" is slow or not, have you ever seen the doors open, I kept looking and they were always closed!..:D

Maybe we should let Carson drive it I am sure he could open a door. :D

[RiverRacer]

This is a bunch of "RETARDS" with the same interest going to the river on VACATION.

I think this describes it just a tad better!..LOL..:D

[RiverRacer]

Maybe we should let Carson drive it I am sure he could open a door. :D

Excellent idea!..:D

[RiverRacer]

I just love the respect that we all share for each other here. :D

Amazing ain't it!..:D

[RiverRacer]

This is from the day I brought my boat home.

So, are we going to see the injection back on in September!..:confused:

[warpt71]

So, are we going to see the injection back on in September!..:confused:

Not unless you are going to do all the work $$$$ for me!!!!

Its not likely but if work really picks up for me, you just might see it. Or I could just drag the intake w/ me and you could have a feast for your eyes :D :D :D

[warpt71]

You know, it cracks me up that I can go to work taday and come home to find that this thread has grown 2 pages in less than 24 hours!!! What are you guys doing all day :eek: :eek:

[RiverRacer]

You know, it cracks me up that I can go to work taday and come home to find that this thread has grown 2 pages in less than 24 hours!!! What are you guys doing all day :eek: :eek:

Not me I just got here, been busy as all hell today!..:D

[RiverRacer]

Not unless you are going to do all the work $$$$ for me!!!!

Its not likely but if work really picks up for me, you just might see it. Or I could just drag the intake w/ me and you could have a feast for your eyes :D :D :D

Just bring all your shit!..:D

[warpt71]

Just bring all your shit!..:D

Na.... just want to be able to play w/ the boat, don't really want to work on it all weekend. I'll bring the intake for you to "once over" though :D

[RiverRacer]

Na.... just want to be able to play w/ the boat, don't really want to work on it all weekend. I'll bring the intake for you to "once over" though :D

Ok!......:D

[BradP]

Well, I'm not sure I can vouch for that since I've never seen the doors open!..:D

Not when you were shoeing it that's for sure.
No phone book on the seat no WOT.:p:D

[BradP]

Yeah Blame it on the youngling that is not here to defend himself. Step up and be a man at least. We already know your boat is slow. :D

I was trying to help Carson out. He was complaining of a neck ache twisting around to the rear trying to keep an eye on you and Art.

I'll get him a rear view mirror for the next trip.:D:D

[BradP]

Maybe we should let Carson drive it I am sure he could open a door. :D


Young Carson is currently shoeing the Great White POS in early training for laying the smack down on all of you when he matures to the red boat.;):D

[BradP]

Just one w/ injectoin :D :D I'v always wanted a cartoon of my boat.

http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/00000002.JPG

This is from the day I brought my boat home. I know its a big picture but it didn't look right smaller

I would be thrilled if you could take the time to draw one up for me, would payment in beverage form be ok at the River in Sept?

We're all looking forward to seeing those stacks back on.:D

[RiverRacer]

Not when you were shoeing it that's for sure.
No phone book on the seat no WOT.:p:D

At least "I" had a legitimate excuse huh!...:D:D

[RiverRacer]

I was trying to help Carson out. He was complaining of a neck ache twisting around to the rear trying to keep an eye on you and Art.

I'll get him a rear view mirror for the next trip.:D:D

That's not what he told me!...:D

[RiverRacer]

Young Carson is currently shoeing the Great White POS in early training for laying the smack down on all of you when he matures to the red boat.;):D

Wow, finally going to have some competition here huh!.. Hey Louis, looks like it's time to move out of cruise mode and get on the tune up a bit!..:D

[Moneypit]

With that thread heading, could someone tell me what this thread is really about?............Ray

[RiverRacer]

We're all looking forward to seeing those stacks back on.:D

But he's a wuss!..:D:D

[RiverRacer]

With that thread heading, could someone tell me what this thread is really about?............Ray

A real good vacation at the river!...:D

[Flatmvn]

With that thread heading, could someone tell me what this thread is really about?............Ray

Ray,

The Original subject was having a get together in September to welcome home a board member from Iraq. It still gets mentioned, but Brad had to bring up old $hit from last September, so Myself and Art have been assaulting him with the true facts.

The real subject is that we are planning a get together the third week of September and you are more than welcome to to join us.

Louis

[Moneypit]

Ray,

The Original subject was having an event in September to welcome home a board member from Iraq. It still gets mentioned, but Brad had to bring up old $hit from last September, so Myself and Art have been assaulting him with the true facts.

The real subject is that we are planning a get together the third week of September and you are more than welcome to to join us.

Louis

Cool, one or both of my boats should be done by then.....And the PS boat lives there so that should be easy.....Is this the "down river from Needles" group?...........I will have to check on the salt flats schedule however as I have promised a friend I will be there this year...............Ray

[Flatmvn]

It is sort of a take off from the September Social thing that we all use to attend.
We are all just going on vacation and if we end up in the same area that just adds to the fun.

Louis

[warpt71]

But he's a wuss!..:D:D

OUCH!!!!! Im definatly not scared, just a little short in the green depo. At least mine is together and running up and down the River!!! :D :D See ya in Sept w/ a running boat Art!!!!

[RiverRacer]

OUCH!!!!! Im definatly not scared, just a little short in the green depo. At least mine is together and running up and down the River!!! :D :D See ya in Sept w/ a running boat Art!!!!

Kick a guy when he's down why donctha, LOL, you owe me a ride for that one!..:D:D

[warpt71]

10-4 Art, Ill just let you drive it.

So who is going for rides in the "Sumo"???

[BradP]

Ray,

The Original subject was having an event in September to welcome home a board member from Iraq. It still gets mentioned, but Brad had to bring up old $hit from last September, so Myself and Art have been assaulting him with the true facts.

The real subject is that we are planning a get together the third week of September and you are more than welcome to to join us.

Louis


It's not an EVENT!:mad::D

Just v-drive weirdos on vacation at the same place, and I do mean weirdos.:p

[BradP]

10-4 Art, Ill just let you drive it.

So who is going for rides in the "Sumo"???

No has has gotten near that thing since last September, won't even put in on shore. I'll be happy to tow you in it anytime.:D

[BradP]

That's not what he told me!...:D

I still love what he said when we got back from the cruise to the casino and back.

" Brad, you said we were going for a little cruise, you didn't say we were going racin!":D:D

[BradP]

With that thread heading, could someone tell me what this thread is really about?............Ray


Ray, can you mill me a spacer for my three blade? It won't snug up with just the nut. JJ was going to make me one but he's MIA.

[Mrs. RiverRacer]

Brad,

Is the wife coming along this time? I'm really looking forward to this trip. Last year was a blast, and I don't get much vacation time from Work. I'll bring ya some new tunes. LOL

Sandy

[warpt71]

No has has gotten near that thing since last September, won't even put in on shore. I'll be happy to tow you in it anytime.:D

NOPE, I have enough fun trying to ski!!! I did pick up an inertube though, we can drag people around in that.

[warpt71]

Brad,

Is the wife coming along this time? I'm really looking forward to this trip. Last year was a blast, and I don't get much vacation time from Work. I'll bring ya some new tunes. LOL

Sandy

Is there another killer breakfast in the works :D :D :D

[BradP]

Brad,

Is the wife coming along this time? I'm really looking forward to this trip. Last year was a blast, and I don't get much vacation time from Work. I'll bring ya some new tunes. LOL

Sandy


She can't come in Sept. she works for an accounting firm and that's her second busy season.

The tunes are great!

Ryan, I think the only way you could tow that thing is with an antler boat and a short rope otherwise it submarines. We'll try to get an innocent soul out in it this summer behind my buddies Master Craft.

[Mrs. RiverRacer]

Thats up to Brad, I will have to use his kitchen. But I love to cook, just ask ART. To bad I don't get to eat the stuff any more.

[Flatmvn]

It's not an EVENT!:mad::D

Just v-drive weirdos on vacation at the same place, and I do mean weirdos.:p


Sorry slip of the fingers on the Event thing. It is a get together for vacation.

"EXACTLY"

[Moneypit]

Ray, can you mill me a spacer for my three blade? It won't snug up with just the nut. JJ was going to make me one but he's MIA.

Brad that sounds more like a lathe job........The timing is kinda off, I'm leaving for BHC Sunday/Monday, then a weekend at Parker......I'll be back in town the 14th, 15th...........Ray

[Terrible toy]

Just one w/ injectoin :D :D I'v always wanted a cartoon of my boat.

http://www.performanceboats.com/html/youBoat/data/500/00000002.JPG

This is from the day I brought my boat home. I know its a big picture but it didn't look right smaller

I would be thrilled if you could take the time to draw one up for me, would payment in beverage form be ok at the River in Sept?

One brewski...deal. Hope this comes through OK.

[Terrible toy]

Forgot the tach...

[warpt71]

Haha thats soo awesome!!!! As many brews as you want. :D :D

http://www.v-driveboat.com/vweb/attachment.php?attachmentid=91&d=1207429796

[RiverRacer]

I still love what he said when we got back from the cruise to the casino and back.

" Brad, you said we were going for a little cruise, you didn't say we were going racin!":D:D

Yeah, that was classic wasn't it!..:D

[RiverRacer]

Haha thats soo awesome!!!! As many brews as you want. :D :D

http://www.v-driveboat.com/vweb/attachment.php?attachmentid=91&d=1207429796

That is cool!..:cool:

[RiverRacer]

Ray, can you mill me a spacer for my three blade? It won't snug up with just the nut. JJ was going to make me one but he's MIA.

I can probably make ya one when do you need it??, prolly cost ya beer, I'd charge a ride but I can't afford the NoDoze!...:D

[RiverRacer]

It's not an EVENT!:mad::D

Just v-drive weirdos on vacation at the same place, and I do mean weirdos.:p

I think more like a bunch of "retards" describes it better!, LOL...:D

[Moneypit]

I can probably make ya one when do you need it??, prolly cost ya beer, I'd charge a ride but I can't afford the NoDoze!...:D

Art, what would a spacer look like?......A thick washer to go under the nut?.....Still seems like lathe work, which I can do here at the house, but I'd need some kinda sizes/material spelled out......No sweat Brad if you can wait until after next weekend.......Ray

[RiverRacer]

Art, what would a spacer look like?......A thick washer to go under the nut?.....Still seems like lathe work, which I can do here at the house, but I'd need some kinda sizes/material spelled out......No sweat Brad if you can wait until after next weekend.......Ray

Yeah it's lathe work, I had to make one for that Hill prop I had, hub was too small. It was about an inch or so, just bored it to fit the shaft all but the last 1/8" or so just to fit the threads, made it out of stainless worked out good!..

[BradP]

Yup it's for the three blade, a tapered washer Id from .938 to .952, .250 long.

Do you think I need the ID tapered or not?

I don't need it until the last week of this month.

[BradP]

I can probably make ya one when do you need it??, prolly cost ya beer, I'd charge a ride but I can't afford the NoDoze!...:D


I'll give Carson a Red Bull and let him take you for a pass.

That should get your heart rate up.:eek:




FING smart azz!

[BradP]

Thats up to Brad, I will have to use his kitchen. But I love to cook, just ask ART. To bad I don't get to eat the stuff any more.


Kitchen's always open if someone wants to fix braekfast!:D

[BradP]

BTW is JJ okay? He hasn't answered the phone for awhile.

[Flatmvn]

BTW is JJ okay? He hasn't answered the phone for awhile.


He posted in one of the threads here today, It was in one of the introduce yourself threads.


Louis

[Moneypit]

Yup it's for the three blade, a tapered washer Id from .938 to .952, .250 long.

Do you think I need the ID tapered or not?

I don't need it until the last week of this month.

Now I'm really confused....... .014 ID taper over 1/4 inch??? .014 aint $hit. I guess I just can't see the problem or the solution.......Does the shaft run out of threads before the prop tightens up?.......Or does the the taper extend too far back?.........Ray

[BradP]

Now I'm really confused....... .014 ID taper over 1/4 inch??? .014 aint $hit. I guess I just can't see the problem or the solution.......Does the shaft run out of threads before the prop tightens up?.......Or does the the taper extend too far back?.........Ray

You're right, it aint shit.

I didn't know if that was overly anal or not.:D

Nut bottoms out before prop is tight.
The measurements are from where the nut runs out of thread when I tighten the prop down with a shim. The shim that came with the prop and boat is a POS lock washer with an id of about 1-1/2".

[RiverRacer]

Kitchen's always open if someone wants to fix braekfast!:D

Well, guess you know what that means then huh!..:D

[RiverRacer]

You're right, it aint shit.

I didn't know if that was overly anal or not.:D

Nut bottoms out before prop is tight.
The measurements are from where the nut runs out of thread when I tighten the prop down with a shim. The shim that came with the prop and boat is a POS lock washer with an id of about 1-1/2".

So how much of the taper sticks out beyond the prop??!..

[BradP]

So how much of the taper sticks out beyond the prop??!..

If I use the "spacer" that came with the prop, fully tighten it down, remove the spacer, install the nut there is slightly less than .250 from the nut to the prop.

[lebel409]

Brad, I have a lathe if you're nearby. I'm not a genius at it , but a spacer is easy enough.

[BradP]

Where's Claremont?

I'm in Encino.

[GR8WHITE]

Where's Claremont?

I'm in Encino.

i did a yahoo maps and i looks like its a little past irwindale speedway down the 210.

[lebel409]

It's a few miles past the 57. About 45 from encino without traffic.

[RiverRacer]

Where's Claremont?

I'm in Encino.

You don't know where Claremont is???, do you know where Ontario is!...:D:D

[RiverRacer]

If I use the "spacer" that came with the prop, fully tighten it down, remove the spacer, install the nut there is slightly less than .250 from the nut to the prop.

Ok, now I'm really confused, if you have a spacer that came with the prop why would you need another one??:confused: I must be missing something here!..:confused:

[BradP]

Brad, I have a lathe if you're nearby. I'm not a genius at it , but a spacer is easy enough.


I might have to take you up on that.:D

[BradP]

Ok, now I'm really confused, if you have a spacer that came with the prop why would you need another one??:confused: I must be missing something here!..:confused:


The "spacer" is a stainless lock washer with about a 1.5" id. I think I need something just a tad tighter on the clearence.:D

[RiverRacer]

The "spacer" is a stainless lock washer with about a 1.5" id. I think I need something just a tad tighter on the clearence.:D

Ok gotcha, that is a chinsy POS alright, lol, should be an easy enough deal to make though!..

[major_justin]

Well boys my leave i was trying to adjust got approved so i will make it to Parker for sure bar nothing happens! I cant wait and again i thank all of you. You guys are awsome and rare good people are diminishing!

Justin

[RiverRacer]

That is awesome, we'll see ya there!..:cool::cool:

[Flatmvn]

Great to here you will be attending, it will be the best time you have had in a long time. We will enjoy having you there.

Louis

[FC-Pilot]

The pleasure of having you there will be all ours. It is funny, we have been talking about getting together like this for a long time and now we are finally doing it. (OK so some have gotten together before, but without us).LOL

Paul

[BradP]

Very cool! We will have a celebrity in our midst.:D

[BradP]

The pleasure of having you there will be all ours. It is funny, we have been talking about getting together like this for a long time and now we are finally doing it. (OK so some have gotten together before, but without us).LOL

Paul

Looking forward to meeting you and seeing your dad again.:D

[Flatmvn]

All right you guys here is the scoop on September Accommodations. My buddy and I went and checked out Buckskin and Echo Lodge. We decided to make reservations at Echo Lodge for the week of Sept 14-21 They have full hook up spaces and there is a lot of beach front for easier access to boats when anchored at the beach. Not to mention BradP has a permanent place there so it will be a lot easier to make his life miserable. There is also a store just incase you forgot some thing. They also have Cable TV hook up for an additional fee if you like.

Rates are as follows.

Nights..........River Front...........Off River
1................44.00..................39.00
2................88.00..................78.00
3................132.00................117.00
4................172.00................152.00
5................215.00................190.00
6................254.00................224.00
7................290.00................255.00

Extra Vehicle is $20.00 per night
There is a $20.00 reservation fee when you call. Reservations must be paid in full with Credit Card when you call. Any more information Please call.

ECHO LODGE (760) 663-4931

For those of you that may want to stay at Buckskin State Park the nightly rate there is $25.00. They are first come first serve, but they do have some spots that can be reserved. The only problem there is that if you want to use the cabanas during the day they said that would be a extra day use fee of $20.00 they are not included with your space rental. For more info call,

Buckskin State Park (928) 667-3231.

One last note my buddy and I reserved spot 130 and 131 they are on the far end closer to BradP. The spaces left in that row are 89-129 and the next row back are 137-161.If you wish to be in this area let them know.

Louis

[Flatmvn]

The pleasure of having you there will be all ours. It is funny, we have been talking about getting together like this for a long time and now we are finally doing it. (OK so some have gotten together before, but without us).LOL

Paul

You were invited, if I remember correctly we even called you to rub it in that we were having fun with out you. :p:D:D


Louis

[FC-Pilot]

You were invited, if I remember correctly we even called you to rub it in that we were having fun with out you. :p:D:D


Louis

Yes you did. I remember that clearly and can't thank you enough.;)

Paul

Louis, I sent you a PM.

[Terrible toy]

Thanks for the info Louis.

Bill

[Flatmvn]

Thanks for the info Louis.

Bill

Bill sent you a PM

Louis

[RiverRacer]

Ok, we know Louis is going to be there all week, how about the rest???. Brad, are you gonna change your dates from the usual??, kinda need to know so the wife can plan the vacation days!.... Oh BTW, Sandy says the killer breakfast is going to cost ya a ride in the POS, she's hooked, LOL..:D:D

[RiverRacer]

Well, we'll be there on the weekend wether it's the start or the end??..

[warpt71]

Unfortunatly, I had already had made plans for a full week in Oct. befor this deal was put together, but Im going to try and make it out for the weekend as long as I can swing the gas bill. Hopefully there will be many of us crazy die hard weekenders!!! I had a great time last year and wouldn't want to miss it this year, especially of there are going to be more people there to meet.

[Terrible toy]

Unfortunatly, I had already had made plans for a full week in Oct. befor this deal was put together, but Im going to try and make it out for the weekend as long as I can swing the gas bill. Hopefully there will be many of us crazy die hard weekenders!!! I had a great time last year and wouldn't want to miss it this year, especially of there are going to be more people there to meet.

And beer debts to pay!!;)

[RiverRacer]

Unfortunatly, I had already had made plans for a full week in Oct. befor this deal was put together, but Im going to try and make it out for the weekend as long as I can swing the gas bill. Hopefully there will be many of us crazy die hard weekenders!!! I had a great time last year and wouldn't want to miss it this year, especially of there are going to be more people there to meet.

Not going to miss the killer breakfast are ya!.LOL..:D:D

[RiverRacer]

And beer debts to pay!!;)

Hey Bill, you gonna make it out there???. Be cool to BS about the old NJBA days!..

[warpt71]

And beer debts to pay!!;)

Yes Sir I do!!! I haven't forgoten, whats your preference of frosty

Not going to miss the killer breakfast are ya!.LOL..:D:D

Not if I can help it! Your wife is a great cook. For those of you that didn't go last year, breakfast is a meal not to be missed

Hey Bill, you gonna make it out there???. Be cool to BS about the old NJBA days!..

Can we talk about current racing days too? We're heading to Phoenix this weekend

[BradP]

Ok, we know Louis is going to be there all week, how about the rest???. Brad, are you gonna change your dates from the usual??, kinda need to know so the wife can plan the vacation days!.... Oh BTW, Sandy says the killer breakfast is going to cost ya a ride in the POS, she's hooked, LOL..:D:D


I'll make it the 13th to the 16th.

The ride in the POS is no problemo!:D

[FC-Pilot]

Well our family is going to try and make it for 15-19 (which is Monday through Saturday). We are just trying to decide whether to be next to Louis or as far away as possible.:eek::D Once we figure out a few things I will post where we will be staying. Although we are a little boring in the fact that Mt. Dew is what we consider a strong drink.:cool:

Paul

[E-boat racer]

Paul,
Iwould love to join all of you guys at the river but a 4,000 mile
round trip towing a boat isn't in the cards. Can't give up two weeks.
I am going to spend July 4th in Kauai with my daughter and her family.
My wife will be here til August 10th. I have to get my Midwest boating
done during this FREE time. Maybe I'll fly out but someone else will
have to provide the boatrides. Its not a moral issue, but I'll have to drink
Diet Coke cause i'm too darn old for beer etc.
Rob

[RiverRacer]

I'll make it the 13th to the 16th.

The ride in the POS is no problemo!:D

Done deal, we'll be there on the 13th to harrass your ass!.. And Sandy is all smiles!..:D:D

[BradP]

Well our family is going to try and make it for 15-19 (which is Monday through Saturday). We are just trying to decide whether to be next to Louis or as far away as possible Once we figure out a few things I will post where we will be staying. Although we are a little boring in the fact that Mt. Dew is what we consider a strong drink.:cool:

Paul

Stay close to Louis, he just eats bananas and drinks iced tea.

Avoid my deck after dark however, you could possibly injest some Bourbon through osmosis.:D:D

[lebel409]

Wild Turkey, Rare breed?:D

[warpt71]

Avoid my deck after dark however, you could possibly injest some Bourbon through osmosis.:D:D

And what happens when you run out :eek: :eek: Brad? lol

[BradP]

And what happens when you run out: Brad? lol
I wander over to the neighbors and they poison me.:p;):D

[warpt71]

Hahaha I would have never seen that coming!!! Definatly good times :D :D :D

[RiverRacer]

Hahaha I would have never seen that coming!!! Definatly good times :D :D

And that's a fact!.LOL...:D:D

[BradP]

Question,

Do we call Justin Major or Sarge and do we have to salute him?:confused:

[RiverRacer]

I think this clears it up, it's in his sig!..:D

SGT. Justin Major

[BradP]

I think this clears it up, it's in his sig!..:D

SGT. Justin Major

So we can call him Major Sargent Justin?:confused::D:D

[RiverRacer]

BTW, we haven't heard from him in a while, hope he's still hanging in there!..

[RiverRacer]

So we can call him Major Sargent Justin?:confused::D:D

I was under the impression that his name is Justin Major, could be wrong though!..:confused:

[FC-Pilot]

BTW, we haven't heard from him in a while, hope he's still hanging in there!..

I know he is in our thoughts here, just as all those serving our country.

Paul

[BradP]

Wild Turkey, Rare breed?:D

Makers Mark or Knob Creek, the KC is a little dangerous though.:D

[Terrible toy]

Hey Bill, you gonna make it out there???. Be cool to BS about the old NJBA days!..

You bet Art, thrashing on this new boat to get it up to snuff so I'll have something to lean on while we reminisce.

[Terrible toy]

Yes Sir I do!!! I haven't forgoten, whats your preference of frosty

I'm not too particular as long as you hoist one with me.

[RiverRacer]

You bet Art, thrashing on this new boat to get it up to snuff so I'll have something to lean on while we reminisce.

Sounds like a plan to me!..:D

[cjbuilder1]

Well, we,re in. Booked our spot for Mon-Wed. Looking forward to meeting some new folks, watching some strong runners, enjoying the River in Sept, and hopefully shaking a Sgt's hand and telling him Thank You. Will be prepared for some toy towing. Are there any traditional communal efforts that we should be prepared for?

[Flatmvn]

Fun Sun and one Hell of a good time is all you need to be prepared for.
:D:D:D


Louis

[BradP]

Well, we,re in. Booked our spot for Mon-Wed. Looking forward to meeting some new folks, watching some strong runners, enjoying the River in Sept, and hopefully shaking a Sgt's hand and telling him Thank You. Will be prepared for some toy towing. Are there any traditional communal efforts that we should be prepared for?

The only tradition is bustin each others balls.

Unless Ryan is going to make it a tradition to push his empty boat trailer into the river from his campsite.:p:D

[warpt71]

The only tradition is bustin each others balls.

Unless Ryan is going to make it a tradition to push his empty boat trailer into the river from his campsite.:p:D

The ball bustin doesn't stop at the river either!!! You all know I couldn't do that again if I tried. And what did everyone do, sat there and staired and said "HHHUUUU, OK"

I want to come out for the weekend, havent called about a site yet mostly because I have a full week reserved for the 2nd week of Oct :confused: :confused: You know, I could just sleep in the truck? It wouldn't be the first time. Just gonna have to se how work goes

[FC-Pilot]

Well, we,re in. Booked our spot for Mon-Wed. Looking forward to meeting some new folks, watching some strong runners, enjoying the River in Sept, and hopefully shaking a Sgt's hand and telling him Thank You. Will be prepared for some toy towing. Are there any traditional communal efforts that we should be prepared for?


What spots did you get? I just called to get ours (I know I should have called sooner) and the spots next to Louis were taken. I figure it is somebody from the group so I still feel OK about being an nuisance.:D

Paul

[cjbuilder1]

I put myself at the mercy of the Echo Mgmt as I have not been to the Parker area since '63 and never to Echo Lodge. So the nice lady put us in space 123. If that is going to put a cramp in the deal let me know as I could probqbly move a space or so with a phone call. This is a v-drive expidition for us as 12-14th is Campbell's annual gathering at Havasu and then we get the opportunity to shift gears and join up with you folks for a couple of days. I think they call it total immersion or possibly baptism by fire.

[cjbuilder1]

The only tradition is bustin each others balls.

Unless Ryan is going to make it a tradition to push his empty boat trailer into the river from his campsite.:p:D

Is it not possible that one was attempting to create an temporary dock?

Which brings to mind that our old boat camping group would award the "GOLDEN PROP" the the participant with the most memorable transgression of the trip and that individual would be the proud possesser of the award until such time as the group voted to award it to someone else. It appears to me that antics of some could create a terrific opportunity to recognize extraordinary execution.

[Flatmvn]

Is it not possible that one was attempting to create an temporary dock?

Which brings to mind that our old boat camping group would award the "GOLDEN PROP" the the participant with the most memorable transgression of the trip and that individual would be the proud possesser of the award until such time as the group voted to award it to someone else. It appears to me that antics of some could create a terrific opportunity to recognize extraordinary execution.

Now you know that if we did something like the "Golden Prop" our version of it would have to be the " BUSTED PROP " because there is not one thing golden about the stunts that are pulled here.:D:D:D

Louis

[RiverRacer]

Now you know that if we did something like the "Golden Prop" our version of it would have to be the " BUSTED PROP " because there is not one thing golden about the stunts that are pulled here.:D:D:D

Louis

You got that right, LOL...:D

[warpt71]

There is a reason we take our tool box's w/ us on vacation!!!

Some of us even have to carry tools in the boat or even better yet, have to ask to barrow some ones from camp hahahaha

[RiverRacer]

I don't go anywhere without the tool box, it's been a life saver quite a few times!..

[warpt71]

Unfortunately, me too!

[shooter2]

I don't go anywhere without the tool box, it's been a life saver quite a few times!..

In my Dads first flat we even carried a 7/16, 1/2, and 9/16 under the seat cushion. Just in case.

[BradP]

I put myself at the mercy of the Echo Mgmt as I have not been to the Parker area since '63 and never to Echo Lodge. So the nice lady put us in space 123. If that is going to put a cramp in the deal let me know as I could probqbly move a space or so with a phone call. This is a v-drive expidition for us as 12-14th is Campbell's annual gathering at Havasu and then we get the opportunity to shift gears and join up with you folks for a couple of days. I think they call it total immersion or possibly baptism by fire.

123 is a GREAT spot, right by the steps to our place and perfect white sand beach.

I think Ryan was trying to create an artificial reef, not a dock.:p

[cjbuilder1]

Luck of the draw and thank you for the insite. The last 10 years we have worked so hard at our careers that we sort of forgot how to have fun. I retired in January and the wife goes out middle of June. We have only planned a couple of things so far and this is going to be a good one. A reef? These are the opportunities from which legends are made. As long as no one gets hurt and someone has a winch it's all good.

[warpt71]

A reef? These are the opportunities from which legends are made. As long as no one gets hurt and someone has a winch it's all good.

At least I can laugh about this today!!! It will be a great story to tell one night and one that Im sure will be told for years to come. Everyone has a great river comidy to share and I guess I do too now :D :D :D Thanks Guys!

[RiverRacer]

At least I can laugh about this today!!! It will be a great story to tell one night and one that Im sure will be told for years to come. Everyone has a great river comidy to share and I guess I do too now :D :D :D Thanks Guys!

No $hit welcome to the club, LOL...:D

[RiverRacer]

In my Dads first flat we even carried a 7/16, 1/2, and 9/16 under the seat cushion. Just in case.

Yep same here, and channel locks and screw drivers!.

[TonkaDriver]

I was wondering if it might be useful to have a pontoon boat available as an on-river platform for pics and video???? Really this is just my lame attempt to find a way to come and have fun. Just a thought.

Kurt

[BradP]

I was wondering if it might be useful to have a pontoon boat available as an on-river platform for pics and video???? Really this is just my lame attempt to find a way to come and have fun. Just a thought.

Kurt

Heck yes!

:D

[RiverRacer]

I was wondering if it might be useful to have a pontoon boat available as an on-river platform for pics and video???? Really this is just my lame attempt to find a way to come and have fun. Just a thought.

Kurt

That would be an excellent idea!..:cool:

[RiverRacer]

Well, I'm off to the river, y'all have a great weekend and be safe!...;)

[warpt71]

I was wondering if it might be useful to have a pontoon boat available as an on-river platform for pics and video???? Really this is just my lame attempt to find a way to come and have fun. Just a thought.

Kurt

Can you say Party Barge? Bring it!!

[warpt71]

Well, I'm off to the river, y'all have a great weekend and be safe!...;)

You suck!!! Ill be there next weekend though :D

[Flatmvn]

I was wondering if it might be useful to have a pontoon boat available as an on-river platform for pics and video???? Really this is just my lame attempt to find a way to come and have fun. Just a thought.

Kurt

I DARE you to bring a potoon boat. :D

Wait I double dog DARE you to bring it.:D

It would be great though to have some thing like that. Since when do you need an excuse or a boat to come and have fun, it hasen't ever stopped you before. :D

[Flatmvn]

You suck!!! Ill be there next weekend though :D

I hate to keep saying this but it must really suck for you guys to have to drive all that way to go to the river, and you only get to go on weekends.

If you lived here like I do you could go everyday of the week. It must suck to be you. :p:p:D

Louis

[Terrible toy]

[QUOTE If you lived here like I do you could go everyday of the week. It must suck to be you. :p:p:D[/QUOTE]

Thanks a lot Louis, just what I wanted to hear stuck out here in the middle of the Mojave Desert with the temp heading toward triple digits.:(

[Flatmvn]

Well you know me I am alway here to help and to provide a valueble service for all those in need of a good laugh.

Louis

[FC-Pilot]

I was wondering if it might be useful to have a pontoon boat available as an on-river platform for pics and video???? Really this is just my lame attempt to find a way to come and have fun. Just a thought.

Kurt

Kurt, Bring it on out. Or don't, just as long as you bring yourself. But if you do bring it I am sure it would get plenty of use.:D

Paul

[major_justin]

Well boys a little late

Yeah Its "Justin" wierd to hear myself called that cause here the last name is Major and im a seargent so my soldiers call my SGT. Major................ My friends which you alll have become call me Justin...

Cant wait to see you boys in Sept.

[Flatmvn]

Damn glad to see you Justin, we were beginning to worry about you. As you can see we were kind of busy here while you were out. Take care of yourself over there and tell your soldiers they better take good care of you, we are really looking forward to meeting you. Also you take very good care of your men and keep everyone safe.

Louis

[Moneypit]

Sargent Major huh:eek:, that's a lot of stripes on a sleeve:D.. Oh yeah I know what you mean Sarge, just an ironic last name while in the military........Carry on, be careful, and I, (everyone here), look forward to seeing you here, on the water, safe and sound having fun:)........Ray

[RiverRacer]

Welcome back Justin, good to have ya back looking forward to seeing ya in September!.:cool::cool:

[FC-Pilot]

Justin, stay safe and we will make sure to have a blast. It will be a great time. Until then, stay safe and keep your soldiers safe. Good luck.

Paul

[Terrible toy]

Justin, keep your head down until September. Look forward to meeting you.

[TonkaDriver]

I checked my schedule and Sally and I should be there on the 18th thru the 21st. Gotta make reservations yet.

Art, is that too late for Breakfast??????????????

Kurt

[RiverRacer]

I checked my schedule and Sally and I should be there on the 18th thru the 21st. Gotta make reservations yet.

Art, is that too late for Breakfast??????????????

Kurt

Yep looks like it, we'll be there from the 13th to the 16th, bummer!..:(

[warpt71]

I thought Id bring some ew life to this vacation :D

This was taken 2 Mother's Day's ago. Pretty much covers all of the Echo shoreline
http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll312/warpt71/_MG_1187.jpg?t=1214259826

[FC-Pilot]

It sure will be fun for sure. The family is looking forward to it.

Paul

[RiverRacer]

Is it September yet!..:D

[warpt71]

Is it September yet!..:D

NO DAMNIT!!!!!!

I went through all my river pictures this weekend and it made me sick! The only saving grace at this point is that is toooo f-ing hot to camp.

[gfinishline]

Ryan I've got a spare bedroom you can "camp in'. Louis, I've got a 28' pontoon in a slip, and I work at the marina. I "test drive boats" every work day on the lake. BUT I never get to go boating, just for fun. We have been out on the 'toon twice this year and we live a few miles away. We went boating on this river more when we lived in Northridge Calif. than we do living here in town. It's funny how "things work out". Way back in the 70's, I said that "I would like to live here (in the keys) someday". All my friends said "yeh" and let it go. I'm glad I didn't purchase a lot in the "keys" it's too close/tight for me. We finally got things together and moved to Havasu. Really happy to be in a small town. "Boating every day"? HOW?

[warpt71]

Ryan I've got a spare bedroom you can "camp in'.

Don't tempt me!!! I gotta save for the end of the year and the boat motor is down to the short block :eek: :eek: :eek:

Way back in the 70's, I said that "I would like to live here (in the keys) someday". All my friends said "yeh" and let it go.

Dad has not "let it go", he is just waiting for me to buy a place there so he can live there HAHAHAHA I think that WE will eventually buy something together

[gfinishline]

Do you guys want to be in the Keys or on the river? I like the idea of a "river front house" . The streets in the Keys are so tight, it's just too much/little for a full time house. (for me) I don't need to hear my neighbor "beating on his wife" , I could have that back in the valley. HA HA! I ask because I've talked to some realtors on the Az side. Lots of people loosing their houses in this state. If the Chevy dealer in Parker were reasonable, your dad could run the parts dept. (make them money) without a problem. He's an "old school parts pro", a guy who "knows what it is and how it works", instead of the "let me look on the computer' type of parts guy. I still want to know how Louis can boat most every day !

[warpt71]

Do you guys want to be in the Keys or on the river? I like the idea of a "river front house" . The streets in the Keys are so tight, it's just too much/little for a full time house. (for me) I don't need to hear my neighbor "beating on his wife" , I could have that back in the valley. HA HA! I ask because I've talked to some realtors on the Az side. Lots of people loosing their houses in this state. If the Chevy dealer in Parker were reasonable, your dad could run the parts dept. (make them money) without a problem. He's an "old school parts pro", a guy who "knows what it is and how it works", instead of the "let me look on the computer' type of parts guy. I still want to know how Louis can boat most every day !

Naaaaa It wouldn't have to be in the Key's, I would prefer it not to be. I like being further up river, you know, more of the area that I have grown up with! We looked at some of the "double wide's" in Echo last year, it was amazing what they wanted for them compared to a house in the valley! or even a new truck! Those weren't riverfront though. Pops don't wanna run anything, just wants to show up, work, and go home. I tell him he should try to "step up" all the time lol

[gfinishline]

Look, your dad is now the "go to guy", he has built and run enough "toys" along with his "work ethic", he has credibility to be a parts resource. Back in "the day' we had guys like Rodney Monk, built cars, motors, in the magazines (street races?) , and did stuff with stock GM part numbers. Your dad is just carrying on that tradition. I know what he is talking about! I don't really mind "working for someone", after being my own boss for so long. It just makes the "home workshop time" more special. No "management worries!", no "Friday paydays/payroll" problems. I just know how the parts departments are here, and I know they could be operated much better. Hey! Why would he move to the river and then want MORE WORK? He's correct, fly low, under the radar!!! PLAY MORE!

[warpt71]

EXACTLY!!!! Thats him to a "T"

Not me though, that's why he is banking on me getting a place there for "him" hahaha He says all the time that "You'll have a place to stay when you come to visit me at the River", Yeah, MY place!!!

Gotta have dreams right? I still can't believe I have my own Flat, always thought I would just use Dad's

[BradP]

I just hope September gets here before my head explodes.:(:D

[warpt71]

I just hope September gets here before my head explodes.:(:D

Mine explodes daily, but thats 'cause of the "people" I try to work with! Soon enough though, March was a long time ago :D :D

[gfinishline]

Ryan, what is the number and driver's name on your (Gary's) race boat? Is it still "Hydro Silver? Is it blue and silver now?

[67 Wickens]

How much is gas on the river lately??

[warpt71]

Ryan, what is the number and driver's name on your (Gary's) race boat? Is it still "Hydro Silver? Is it blue and silver now?

I think I have a current picture of it, it was re-painted but similar colors and design. Gary's nephew drives the boat now, his name is Greg. Boat name has not changed though.

http://dragboats.com/gallery/picture.php?imgID=08_05_IHBA_1714_114&thumb=Y
http://dragboats.com/gallery/picture.php?imgID=08_05_IHBA_2564_114&thumb=Y

Way off the subject of Sept but oh well. Maybe we'll pick up a few more for the VACATION

[warpt71]

How much is gas on the river lately??

From past visits, its usually a buck cheaper. Havent been cause of the prices though :mad: :mad:

[gfinishline]

Herbst regular was $4.09 as I drove bye today. $4.09, $4.19, $4.29, I think.

[warpt71]

Herbst regular was $4.09 as I drove bye today. $4.09, $4.19, $4.29, I think.

OK so its only $.50 less!

[lebel409]

Be careful of the $3.59 gas...as my mother in law found out, E 85:D

[gfinishline]

Today, $4.09, $4.29, $4.49 !!! Ouch! I'm going to look up the "specs" on E85, it just may be a good thing for Boats and Hot Rods.

[RiverRacer]

I just hope September gets here before my head explodes.:(:D

Hang in there dude, it's only a couple of months away!.. Yeah I know time has come to a stand still, LOL..:D

[67 Wickens]

Today, $4.09, $4.29, $4.49 !!! Ouch! I'm going to look up the "specs" on E85, it just may be a good thing for Boats and Hot Rods.

The E85 is 85% Gasoline and 15% from corn fuel... My car can run on E85 but you can't find it anywhere in So. Cal.. It is better for the air.... I'm not sure on the octane though.

[64bezer]

I think that's the other way around... 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. I've read that E85, depending on its source, can be as high as 103 octane.
-Rob

[RiverRacer]

I've read that E85, depending on its source, can be as high as 103 octane.
-Rob

Coming back from Burley I stopped at a station that sold E85 and it said 103 on the pump!.. Too bad it's not readily available!..

[FC-Pilot]

I think that's the other way around... 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline. I've read that E85, depending on its source, can be as high as 103 octane.
-Rob

That is what I understand to. We already run 10% ethanol in our fuel anyway so another five percent would not be a big deal. Also the E85 is 103 or 104 octane (and most say that is conservative). I have seen some engine builders making 1000 HP engines that run on E85. How would you like a 1000 HP naturally aspirated pump gas motor?:eek::D

Paul

Oh, sorry we were talking about September. Has anybody heard from Major Justin?

[RiverRacer]

Two months and six days to go, can't wait!...:D

[tboats52]

Coming back from Burley I stopped at a station that sold E85 and it said 103 on the pump!.. Too bad it's not readily available!..

I've got more of that s##t around here than I can shake a stick at and what we have found is for the few cents you save at the pump you lose more in mileage. Craps not worth the effort or expense. Alcohol seamed to improve all around performance in my Duramax but not my gas engines.