Tricks that old racers get up to after retirement

[jackiewilson]

Why do I do it ??——- I’m like a bloody sea bass——- I rise to the bait every time .
Was pointed out to me Fujimo, on his Mercury thread had posted over 300 piccies——— most, if not all had been seen on his thread before——— so the question begs, WHY ?. Well, he didn’t answer, but Lassie did———— remember him .?——— the Evinrude ambassador———- quote: “ I look at this thread all the time——— it’s the second best on OUTBOARD AND RACING HISTORY !——— well no sh- t SHERLOCK!
I am not about to ask him about the best one.

I know I’m going to regret this ——- why can’t I just notice things and keep quiet, instead of rearing up and taking umbridge and going for the jugular.
well, unfortunately—— it’s what I do—— it invariably gets me into heaps of trouble, and consequently leads to a fall out .

[jackiewilson]

Project got knocked back a little today———- all the paint and varnish had to come off——- made a real pigs ear of it——- as you do !
At the moment it’s a boat shaped hunk of timber with ambition and a rake of hardware, waiting to be installed——- I have high hopes !

[jackiewilson]

As usual, Jilly asked me if I’d had a good day when I came in last night and downed the large CC7 that was waiting for me. Told her about the total disaster———— not to worry, you’ll put it right tomorrow————— anyway, what else would you be doing ?
Says it all doesn’t it.
It’s not a race to the finish line any more——— nobody’s waiting for anything——— I should just be enjoying the fact that I’m able to do it at all.
Fact is——— I don’t even have time to be ill any more——- arthritis doesn’t even knock on the door—- TIA’s seem to have stopped——- little grey cells are busier than ever.
Down side——— I’m getting fat ! No, I don’t go jogging every day——- never have—— don’t eat any more——- don’t drink any more than usual———- so, it has to be the steroids.
Well, if I’m honest—— if they keep me ticking along—— stop most nasty things from getting to me —— then I don’t mind putting on a few pounds.
I do believe a man only has so much energy given to him, I’m not about to waste it pounding the pavement———- five or six hours a day in the shop works for me——- don’t even have a place to sit in there, so I have to keep moving!
Assembly day——- six coats of beeswax on bare mahogany——— ten coats of red for a bit of depth, if all goes well, you could be looking at a piccie Or two later in the day! How ‘Bout that?

[jackiewilson]

Had “COOL RUNNING” all morning———- no screw ups ( yet) —— just finished the drives, mounted it—— at the LANGHAM ANGLE!——— down side is, I don’t have any white lettering and I’m a crap freehand signwriter. Just need a no.1 ——- a K and a Ciggy sign—— throw on the USA flag and I’m on the home straight.

[jackiewilson]

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Finally got it done——- crap graphics as I didn’t have any white letters either italics or norm!
If I ever get around to doing another one—— it’ll be a belter !
What do think Gene—— passable?

[GENE LANHAM]

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Finally got it done——- crap graphics as I didn’t have any white letters either italics or norm!
If I ever get around to doing another one—— it’ll be a belter !
What do think Gene—— passable?

I like it!!

The graphics are--'crap'--- but----

The original has held up for nearly 50 years--much better than the original crew--

---and the restoration by Christian will be---AWESOME--

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[jackiewilson]

A few years back, I did a concept of Odell’s “MONA LOU”——- took it to Tavares but Odell didn’t show that year.
Left it with Mark——- wrong—— next thing, I see it In Mumbai ????
Moral of this story is ——— never leave concepts with your kids.

Remember I told you I always have an alternative project, for when I get my knickers in a twist or things not going to plan !
Well it just happens to be another MONA LOU ——— trying to make up for lost time.

[jackiewilson]

Odells “Mona Lou” is ready for painting—— found a full can of Quiceven done the mount, really got a wriggle on today—— has been one of my better days.
Cant Believe it’s bloody Thursday again tomorrow——- need some yellow paint for MONA LOU from the car boot Tomorrow——- let you know how I get on!

[jackiewilson]

That should have read”QUICKSILVER” primer———- must be nearly forty years since I bought this from the Mercury Dealer SWMF in Poole. Guess I just hoard things.
Car boot calls ——- let you know how I do !

[jackiewilson]

Not a lot going on ——- every stall thinks it’s an offshoot of “HARRODS”——way too pticy for me.
Did buy a roll of 220 emery strip,
got a couple of coats on Mona——- should get another couple done later in the day.
Started another concept——- this one is for BONHAMS.
show it you before the end of the week!

[jackiewilson]

Just about got the tenth coat on Mona——- mounts done—- stern drives done——— might leave it a couple of days and ship it out to SHERLOCK———- when it comes to graphics, Johns the boy, he’s so much better than me!
There was a guy called Diamond Dave Bonham——— collected Ferrari’s for fifty years—— had over a hundred tucked away in a barn——— wait till you see the next Concept———- WICKED——-have to say, even I got a tad excited———- long time since I had a Ferrari orgasm!
Show you a piccie over the weekend——— hell of a lot of work going into this one—— just hope I’m good enough and can justify it——- not. everyday you get to mount half a dozen Marinellos—— THRUST two——- Bluebird ——- and a couple of really beat up Ferrari’s.
Ah well, let’s see what tomorrow has in store!

[John Schubert]

Sherlock?

[jackiewilson]

Sherlock?

Sorry John——-lm a dingleberry! And an old one to boot! What a Pratt!
Thank goodness YOU know who I meant————- have no idea what I was thinking about.

John Schubert is much better at graphics and detail than I am !

Got a head full of ideas———— another sleepless night figuring out what to do with this next concept, I’m a little bogged down trying to work out how to do it without the fixings showing.

see if I can bring Mona to Tavares John——— I read you had booked your ticket—— see if you can get Ron Hill and Jimbo to attend———— now wouldn’t that really be something ?

[jackiewilson]

Arse going up and down like a fiddlers elbow——- like a total FECKIN idiot, I have three concept on at once.
Problem is——- they’re all gong well——- no hang— ups just yet, now that’s not normal !
Mona Lou is ready for one last coat of paint——- assemble it all together——- stick it on the stand—— job done!
Shouldn't have started the EMBASSY TURBINE——- didn’t have a chunk of wood sufficiently large enough to do the job——— so what did I do ?——- glued a load of bits together until I did have.
Been spokeshaving all morning —— up to My fetlocks in mahogany shavings.
Had to leave Bonhams and the barn full of Ferrari’s till a bit later ! Exciting times——

[jackiewilson]

FECKIN Embassy Turbine is awesome——— orgasmic even———— I am invincible!!!!!
Mona Lisa is light years better than last time!!!!
Diamond collection of Bonhams Ferrari’s is absolutely mind boggling to put it conservatorily——I hauled the mail—— cooked with gas——- nailed the bastards——today I swallowed the bear whole!!!
This afternoon I am at Goodwood with daughter Sam, drinking champagne—- with skinny fries——- in a while I may ply a flitspire or Buck a fiffalo who knows?

[jackiewilson]

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Beauty of a car boot sale——— you never know what your going to stumble over at the next stall! Tested—Certified and stamped .

2015 large Lifeline race jacket——- absolutely as new—— had to pay through the nose for it——-$15.
But I bit the bullet bravely !!!

[FUJIMO]

You really scored on THAT one Jackie!:thumbsup:...Now get to work, and build a life-size boat to use it in. You know you would enjoy that. After all, it IS your size.;)...https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=421336&d=1540063948 (https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=421336&d=1540063948)

[jackiewilson]

Will show you the Bonhams “Diamond Ferrari collection “ tomorrow———
Mona has been outside hardening the paint job!
Miss Embassy’s certainly testing my limited abilities——— but, it’ll be alright on the night.
Have to admit, you’re a clever old sod with the phoggies Fuji !

[jackiewilson]

Didn’t —— Fauntleroy ???—— have something to do with “LIFELINE” way back in the 60/70’s——- didn’t Butler do a photo shoot ?

[jackiewilson]

421366Well—— almost ?
Bloody steroids——- they’ll do it to you every time !

[jackiewilson]

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Ok. So I take crap photos—— Fuji might be the dogs cajones when it comes to piccies in all forms, but see what he’s like making an all metal V8 canopied tunnel———- or a wooden offshore racer ?????
Lifes not all chromotones and secrets you know!

[jackiewilson]

Watched the US Grand Prix from Austin with Sam my youngest—— first GP I’ve watched in two years ! Nothing’s changed——— everything is orchestrated——— keep the title chase going as long as possible. Without Ferrari there wouldn’t be much going on would there?
Title race was over three races ago——- but they couldn’t afford to let that happen——- be interesting to see what stunt they’re going to pull in Mexico!
Try Vettel wins——- Hamilton DNF——it keeps the series alive for another step—— ???
Good morning peeps——- I woke up again today—— have a ton of things to do—— nose to the grinder today——- many things to do in the next three weeks———- that’s when I leave, three weeks today!

[powerabout]

Watched the US Grand Prix from Austin with Sam my youngest—— first GP I’ve watched in two years ! Nothing’s changed——— everything is orchestrated——— keep the title chase going as long as possible. Without Ferrari there wouldn’t be much going on would there?
Title race was over three races ago——- but they couldn’t afford to let that happen——- be interesting to see what stunt they’re going to pull in Mexico!
Try Vettel wins——- Hamilton DNF——it keeps the series alive for another step—— ???
Good morning peeps——- I woke up again today—— have a ton of things to do—— nose to the grinder today——- many things to do in the next three weeks———- that’s when I leave, three weeks today!
and ozzies not allowed to win..

[jackiewilson]

and ozzies not allowed to win..

C’mon Pilgrim—— Riciardo was on the podium a couple of times earlier this year—- Whatdya expect with comic motors?

[jackiewilson]

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Begonias are on the last knockings——- they have been magnificent this year.
Tore up the sweet peas , composted the bed ready for spring!
Plenty of Roses —— getting their third crop of the year.
Everything is winding down, ready for winter.
Time to plug in the fan heater——- fingers were going numb in the shop today!
Just seen a “MODEL” offshore boat made by Graham Stephens—— spellbinding !———- maybe I should throw myself off’n a thick pile carpet and lock up the shop !!!
Still, shall be bringing a few of my concepts to Tavares for the old farts to ponder over.

Was a tad ambitious today——- had this idea of a transom with an Arneson and all the trimmings!
Had to start it like “yesterday” while it was still fresh in my mind——— was noon before I was even half
way through getting all the bits turned up !

[jackiewilson]

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I did post you one of these phoggies of the Bonham Diamond Ferrari’s———- But it got lost in cyber space———I blameFuji !

[ron54]

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I did post you one of these phoggies of the Bonham Diamond Ferrari’s———- But it got lost in cyber space———I blameFuji !

......but is the one with it's back to the wall a Cobra?

[Bob V]

......but is the one with it's back to the wall a Cobra?

Yep...the black one is an AC Cobra and the white with blue stripes (#22) is a Ford GT40.

[ron54]

Yep...the black one is an AC Cobra and the white with blue stripes (#22) is a Ford GT40.
Now Bob. Jackie is only going to put one in to try and catch us out. The white one with the blue stripe (USA racing colours) is a 250/275 LM.

[Bob V]

Now Bob. Jackie is only going to put one in to try and catch us out. The white one with the blue stripe (USA racing colours) is a 250/275 LM.

Phill....you are correct again. I blew up the picture and did see the Ferrari horse on the front fender. It sure does resemble a GT40, but it is not. Your eyes are better than mine....:thumbsup:

[jackiewilson]

......but is the one with it's back to the wall a Cobra?

No Phill——- it’s a White Ferrari with a blue stripe.

[jackiewilson]

421509Here’s a shot from a different angle ——— not a black one even in sight.

Yep...the black one is an AC Cobra and the white with blue stripes (#22) is a Ford GT40.
Bob—— you are fallible——- all of the cars are Ferrari’s——- ( unless somebody switched them when I wasn’t looking)
Stand is a bit unique——- pinched the idea from Goodwood, but geometry is all mine.
Will do some clearer piccies———- there’s some pretty smart turning and fernagling gone into that piece———— not everyday you get half a dozen barn find Ferrari’s hung from a skyhook!
Did have to make up a bigger base———- the whole thing had a habit of “TEETERING “ now it’s fine———- you could leave it out in “MICHAEL” and it would still be there after it went through.

You know what—— you have sown the seeds of doubt ! Now I’ll have to check it out—— but when I’m done I’ll give a shout—— to prove I’m not a twat ! BOOM BOOM——. It’s the way I tell ‘em???

[nitro_rat]

421509Here’s a shot from a different angle ——— not a black one even in sight.

Bob—— you are fallible——- all of the cars are Ferrari’s——- ( unless somebody switched them when I wasn’t looking)
Stand is a bit unique——- pinched the idea from Goodwood, but geometry is all mine.
Will do some clearer piccies———- there’s some pretty smart turning and fernagling gone into that piece———— not everyday you get half a dozen barn find Ferrari’s hung from a skyhook!
Did have to make up a bigger base———- the whole thing had a habit of “TEETERING “ now it’s fine———- you could leave it out in “MICHAEL” and it would still be there after it went through.

You know what—— you have sown the seeds of doubt ! Now I’ll have to check it out—— but when I’m done I’ll give a shout—— to prove I’m not a twat ! BOOM BOOM——. It’s the way I tell ‘em???

I'll take a stab...

Going clockwise from 12:00:

Testarossa, GT-40 (should have been rosso corsa), Cobra, GT-40 Mk-something (II, IV?), F-355 or somesuch eurotrash, 250 GTO

[jackiewilson]

Now I am getting worried——- thought I checked everything before I mounted them——— could have sworn blind they were all Maranellos!

[jackiewilson]

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See what I Mean?—— all Burago models—- made in Italy——- Ferrari badges——v12 lumps—— authenticated up to the door handles—— I ask you ? What more can a lad do?——-
Im not hard to please——- a touch of the forelock will suffice—— or a large CC7 at Tavares!

[ron54]

With the aim of stretching this thread to a 1000 pages before the new year.........Sorry I mean HISTORIC ACCURACY the models (or toys whatever) are......Testa Rossa....Yellow F40 with it's back window shot out (drive by maybe?)....Red Cobra...LM in N.A.R.T. colours...348 in blue...250GTO.

Much I like GT 40's....there ain't one there.....

[jackiewilson]

Ok Phill so it’s COBRARRI——- a very rare vehicle indeed——-

[jackiewilson]

Morning all——- can’t stop—— I’m on a mission——- found a way to solve a problem——-need to get it done this morning before I forget how!
Meeting my sister down at the Chichester Yacht Club for lunch!
Its going to be a short day!

[jackiewilson]

Had a problem with the Arneson——— dreamed up a solution and had to get on it before I forgot it.
Solved the problem—— then had to leave the shop to get to the Yacht Club in time for lunch!
Was a fair to middling lunch——- both my sisters were there which was a nice surprise.
Did manage a couple of hours in the shop——— volume of work is a bit overwhelming at the minute, need to get something finished and then stick to one job at a time

Made a mounted transom——— my version of a surface drive——- hoping to do the trim tabs with rams—— might be a tad ambitious—just have to see how the cookie crumbles.!

[jackiewilson]

Whatdya know——— it’s bloody Thursday again!
Car boot and all that———- 6:30am and it’s still dark, but the clocks go back on Saturday——— winter is nigh!
See if I can do a progress piccie aforeclose of play !

[jackiewilson]

Beavered away like a demented Gippetto———- really did bite off a shed load more than I can chew comfortably———— But, the upside is——- it’s looking the dogs cajones.
Blank day at the car boot sale——- not a sausage—— losing my touch!

[jackiewilson]

Everyone’s gone to the moon———Nobody coming out to play——— you can only talk to yourself for so long, before the men in green come to take you away!
Made both trim tabs——— and the rams——— quite chuffed with myself——- life in the old dog yet——May have lost a few revs off’n the top end——- but there’s still a bit of grunt left —— given the gun!,,,,

Talked to Parkinson today——- Rick Mackie asked him for some facts about FONDA——- so Parky called me.
I got a dozen each of the FONDA news letters printed——- if anybody wants copies, ask me at Tavares—- when these are gone——— there will never be any more !

[powerabout]

Beavered away like a demented Gippetto———- really did bite off a shed load more than I can chew comfortably———— But, the upside is——- it’s looking the dogs cajones.
Blank day at the car boot sale——- not a sausage—— losing my touch!
not heard that one before....

[jackiewilson]

not heard that one before....

C’mon Pilgrim——- EVERYBOBY’S heard of Gippetto——— Disney. ?????? the old guy with a funny hat and bottle bottom specs who chiselled a chunk of wood into that lying little bastard with the carrot Konk ——— Pinocchio ????

[jackiewilson]

Well, I finished the surface drive .
Did take some piccies with the IPhone but they disappeared into cyber space, will try again tomorrow.
Coming to the end of another couple of projects——- it’s all looking good.
Be nice if I could wrap all the loose ends up before I leave For florida.
Been out to dinner with my next door neighbor—- went to the 47 Mussel Row in Littlehampton——- excellent meal——- I can recommend it to anyone. Bon Appetite!!!!

[jackiewilson]

Saturday—- car boot again already, why I do it I cannot in all honesty tell you!
I have everything I need and more besides——- and, if I bought anything—— I have nowhere to put it!
Out to lunch again today—— “The flying fish “ again —— been told the chefs back, let’s hope it’s better jock than last time.
Will get a proper Kodak out later and take some piccies——— just to let you know I haven’t been twiddling my thumbs .

[jackiewilson]

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This is the surface drive I worked my tail off for——— I know it’s not like any drive you ever saw before—— don’t even hazard a guess as to where it came from——- found the swivel ball joint at the car boot sale !!!——- every other bit, I cobbled together or turned up on the lathe.
Transom started out as a skanky lump of one inch shuttering ply———- after all my best efforts—— it still looked like a skanky chunk of shuttering ply——- so I gave it a coating of five mm alluminium —— polished it, and then just thought it out from there. ( I did have the socking great big stainless steel nut and bolt to make the shaft out of !

[jackiewilson]

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Even the feckin dustbins are full in my shop—— need a clear out before the OFF meet!

[jackiewilson]

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Hey SOG——- your very own concept of a bloody big fishing boat—— been about two years since it’s construction. Too big to post——- if you want it —— come and get it! It’s collection only, unless your good at meccano—- LEGO—— or jigsaw puzzles!

[jackiewilson]

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3,000 V8 horsepower with stacks on a forty five foot tunnel !

Thought I might do a “Fujimo” or a Lassie, Lots Of piccies about nothing in particular—— difference is ——- I tell you what mine are !
See what the census of op is Tomorrow—— do I go stark staring bonkers to get a few more hits——- or just plough on the same as always?
Cant think why I said that——- I know exactly what I’ll do!

[jackiewilson]

421928That’s another one I’m Well into——- just put another coat of white on it—— have to make up some pretty snazzy graphics .
See what the finished article looks like——— proof of the pudding and all that !!!!
Mount is awesome !

[jackiewilson]

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playing about with the graphics Gene—— think Richie might like it better in white ?

[mr fun]

You going to watch the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium tomorrow ? 9:30 am here tomorrow

[lars strom]

Thought I might do a “Fujimo” or a Lassie, Lots Of piccies about nothing in particular

Thats not true..not sure why you love to criticize other threads here at S&F.
I never have any opinions about this thread but read your stuff maybe ones a week.
Enjoy life instead.
By the way..I have been to Lake X many times years ago.

Your friend Lars or Lasse..the correct spelling of my nickname.

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[jackiewilson]

Thats not true..not sure why you love to criticize other threads here at S&F.
I never have any opinions about this thread but read your stuff maybe ones a week.
Enjoy life instead.
By the way..I have been to Lake X many times years ago.

Your friend Lars or Lasse..the correct spelling of my nickname.

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Lasse, I apologise most profusely for not spelling your name right—— that’s unforgivable——- I abhor bad spelling, there is no excuse for it—— believe me when I tell you, I have always known how to spell your name.
Have to tell you LASSE, I have always been outspoken and critical all my life——— if I have something to say, I say it..
Consequently, I have fallen out with an awful lot of people in my life, simply because I didn’t agree with them.
If I see something on a thread that I think is good, I’ll praise it—— if I think it’s a load of crap then I’ll say so—— this is nothing new, I’ve done it all my life. Brought up five great kids using the same doctrines
Dont give me any of that old nonsense, and I quote: I NEVER HAVE ANY OPINIONS ABOUT THIS THREAD—— that’s a load of old cobblers and you know it.
So, you have been to Lake X many times ? Me—- I have been there only once—— flew in with Pruett.
Cant quite understand why you posted a piccy of you and the Burgess OZ with a V8 Rude on it——- you were never as successful in one of those as you were in an OE—— you were a world champion many times in the 850 classes! In fact Lasse—— you were the yardstick all the others tried to emulate !
Just one more thing my friend—— I do enjoy life—— every single hour of every single day——- always have.
Try to cram as much as possible in—— create things—- live life to the full—- make friends—- ?
I made eighty six years up to now Lars—- I still enjoy SOME of your posts—— and I’ll still buy you a drink in Tavares—— AND I’m still your friend—- Jackie!

[jackiewilson]

You going to watch the Jacksonville Jaguars at Wembley Stadium tomorrow ? 9:30 am here tomorrow

Sorry Keith, who and what are the Jacksonville Jaguars? Sounds like a gang of hairy arsed bikers to me ! Wembley is the venue for all sorts of things these days——- long ago it was for football( native style) —- speedway—— athletics—- rock concerts etc.
Nowadays it’s just a money spinner !

[jackiewilson]

Did an hour in the shop this morning——- as much as I could manage—— temperature’s Just above freezing and I’m damned if I can remember where I put the fan heater for safe keeping ——- it’s only a little 750W puffer, about six by six inches——— bloody leprechauns are having a game with me AGAIN!
Put another coat of white on the turbine—— remind me to never again join five bits of timber together to make a hull. When you come to shape it all out, there’s bloody end grain and disfigurations at every stroke, in the end you have to coat it with ten coats of hammerite and it’s still rougher than a witches tit.
In future I’ll make sure the woods big enough and of a decent quality to justify making a Powerboat!
Her majesty has gone in for a scan this morning——- apparently Sunday’s are for those without a life threatening condition !
We had Lizzie for the last 24hours—— she’s coming up four in February and is great company—— currently teaching how to read and write and simple arithmetic——— using the dice in “snakes and ladders”, a good way to get em to recognise one to six instantly.

[jackiewilson]

Just in case any any of you are wondering what little Lizzie looks like——— here she is all three years and eight months of her..
Only Reason Im rambling so much is , Jilly is long overdue from the hospital——- of course, I’m not worried at all———- I simply have to do things when she decides she’s going on her own! 421952

If it wasnt so damn cold, I’d be beavering in the shop, and I’m all done with the F1 car fiasco.—- and I’m not ready to take up knitting yet.

[powerabout]

bring back the V8 F1, I say
PS I might be in Hong Kong in a few weeks with a few blokes that know you, racing vee bottoms, just saying

[jackiewilson]

bring back the V8 F1, I say
PS I might be in Hong Kong in a few weeks with a few blokes that know you, racing vee bottoms, just saying

Sad to say it’s probably going to happen Pilgrim——as my sainted mother used to say——-- “where’s there’s no sense there’s no feeling”—— Racing doesn’t have to be barges with truck engines—— look no further than the hydros!
Was Racing flat bottoms before the vees——- if you want to beat yourself to death whilst racing—— jump into a V bottom!
I try to keep a low profile when I visit Hong Kong—— don’t know many folk there!

[mr fun]

our home team playing last years Superbowl winners the Philadelphia Eagles over there, halftime now

[jackiewilson]

our home team playing last years Superbowl winners the Philadelphia Eagles over there, halftime now

Good luck in the game Keith—— Im just a cranky old bastard who thinks most sports above tiddlywinks and shovehappeny are fixed— bent and corrupt—- money orientated?———- boat racing is the only sport that there was never enough money in , in the first place to warrant trying to “ FIX” it..

[jackiewilson]

My eldest grandson Ben came to see me today with his eldest son Max. Max plays out of the Brighton and Hove Albion Academy ( soccer) ——- he had just won this afternoons game against Bognor Regis 3-2. He’s all of twelve years old.
I tell you this simply so you understand that the sporting tradition continues ——-
My sons eldest boy Craig has four world offshore titles to his name——- he has three boys set to follow him !
All these boys differ from me in the fact that they are all quiet—— nice people who go about life minding their own business—— just getting on with things that are important to them.
Another of my grandkids, George, resides in San Francisco and is into “Prosthetics” —— but state of the art, futuristic limbs that are almost magical.
Me myself am from the old school——- I don’t do perfect plastic replica models from a computer——- I take either a slab of metal or a chunk of wood——- knock the crap out of it until it resembles a “Concept” !
But, I’m content with life——- ????

[jackiewilson]

Two weeks today and I’m off to the USA——— watch out,watch out, there’s a limey about!
Really looking forward to the trip——— need some “quality” time with my family.
The three great grandsons are growing at a rapid rate of knots—— being stateside I Dont get to see them as often as I’d like.
Mark and Craig won’t let me see the new stuff coming out of the plant——- frightened I might just cobble a concept that gives the game away before they’re ready to show the world.
Lots of exciting stuff going on—— new P1 almost ready——- A fifty foot tunnel with the most wonderful carbon lay up I have ever seen. That’ll be announced at the Miami boat show in February.
Advanced safety cell development—— loads of secret sh-t that I’m not allowed to say!
Time to greet the day—- talk later!

[jackiewilson]

You’ve all heard me talk about her indoors—— her who shall be obeyed at all times—— the kitchen goddess—— her majesty and lots of other Nom-De-Plumes !
Well, on a Thursday she works at the local hospice shop along with other volunteers—- she made friends with a little old lady who has a bird table that needs fixing—— not much money there—— would I have a look at it ?
Had that uncanny feeling this was not going to end well right from the off !
Knew there was going to be trouble when she chugged up the drive in a Renault Twingo—— hideous bit of kit—- only thing below it in the pecking order are 2 CV’s and FECKIN V Dub beetles.
She pulled out this chewed up and spit out bird table the vikings left behind—— In five pieces—— what the weather hadn’t destroyed—— the weevils had buggered—— what bit they hadn’t touched the bloody squirrels had finished off!
Dont worry Mary—— Jack’ll Fix it for you won’t you darling ?
It’s only a small shop—- nowhere to run—— nowhere to hide—— besides Jilly is much more athletic than me, I never would have made the pub even!
Tried to make some sort of sense out of a deceased bird table that passed away but didn’t fall over !!
There was no sense to be made out of said item——- so much worm in it, if I put into the stove—— those tungsten tipped weevils would bore through the stove in under a minute.
Easiest way out is to simply make the old girl an all singing and dancing brand fire new, three bedroom, detached residence for winged things.
I sorted out the materials!!!

[jackiewilson]

Three hours to make a sodding bird table——— trouble is—— it’s all metal—— nice piece of garden furniture, but the old biddy’s a traditionalist and wanted wood.
Remind me in future to just say no. I’m otherwise engaged.
Had a good morning —— Miss Embassy’s coming along nicely—— almost got it about right——- just used a bit of Artists licence on the turbine intakes and graphics——- but apart from that I’m quite chuffed with the piece.
Been thinking about Lasse’s comments —— But I still stick by what I said—— he does dwell in the past as far as Auntie Evinrude’s concerned, and without a doubt he milks the V8 series for all its worth.
Both him and Fuji tend to show lots of photos over and over again, and I don’t understand why ?
Yes, OMC did produce the V8 first——- maybe it was ahead of its time —- it certainly got binned for over thirty years.
V8’s are all the vogue now, that’s for sure —— OMC are no longer a force—— Evinrude struggling to survive——- Bigger companies than them have tried and failed with the Wankels.
Where did it all go wrong ? ——I’m not twisting the knife——- here we are in 2018 ——- a six month wait for new Mercury product——— that never happened before—— Mercury are still in there racing—- all over the world—— ! Amazing how they’ve always tried to play down just how important competitive racing was and still is for them !

[powerabout]

Three hours to make a sodding bird table——— trouble is—— it’s all metal—— nice piece of garden furniture, but the old biddy’s a traditionalist and wanted wood.
Remind me in future to just say no. I’m otherwise engaged.
Had a good morning —— Miss Embassy’s coming along nicely—— almost got it about right——- just used a bit of Artists licence on the turbine intakes and graphics——- but apart from that I’m quite chuffed with the piece.
Been thinking about Lasse’s comments —— But I still stick by what I said—— he does dwell in the past as far as Auntie Evinrude’s concerned, and without a doubt he milks the V8 series for all its worth.
Both him and Fuji tend to show lots of photos over and over again, and I don’t understand why ?
Yes, OMC did produce the V8 first——- maybe it was ahead of its time —- it certainly got binned for over thirty years.
V8’s are all the vogue now, that’s for sure —— OMC are no longer a force—— Evinrude struggling to survive——- Bigger companies than them have tried and failed with the Wankels.
Where did it all go wrong ? ——I’m not twisting the knife——- here we are in 2018 ——- a six month wait for new Mercury product——— that never happened before—— Mercury are still in there racing—- all over the world—— ! Amazing how they’ve always tried to play down just how important competitive racing was and still is for them !
yes but they engineered that they race themselves, if thats what you call competitive racing?

[jackiewilson]

yes but they engineered that they race themselves, if thats what you call competitive racing?

AND OMC DIDN’T ???———C’mon Pilgrim——- The V8 Series was a totally unlimited—— uncontrolled and open ended Formula that killed off racing and OMC.
Started out as a three litre limit and in two years reached four and a half litres——— cost five million—- although chunks of that was not spent where it should have been.
Fact is—— any racing that’s not vintage is Mercury powered today——- engineered or not——all classes—- circuit and offshore—— and the company looks healthy !
But—— That doesn’t keep it safe from a SONY takeover.

[jackiewilson]

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There it is —— SHEADY’S MISS EMBASSY——- whistled like a banshee wailer as it went by.
Just another concept —— isn’t supposed to be accurate——-but most folk will know exactly what it is!

[jackiewilson]

Word of warning for those old farts out there who’s wives know a little old widow woman who has a decrepit old bird table —— lock yourself away from human contact—— turn to religion—— abdicate——-emigrate, just don’t get caught in the trap !
Finished a completely new —— almost all metal bird table——- made it higher as the widow woman didn’t want The cats to reach the birdies !
Put an all stainless steel roof on it using stainless screws and brass bolts—— guaranteed to last a lifetime ! Asked the boss what she thought of it ???
“Clint Eastwood”. She says——-
What are you rabbiting on about I ask——looks like it came off the set of BRIDGES AT MADISON COUNTY.
SOMEDAYS THE BEAR EATS YOU !!!!!!!!!

[jackiewilson]

Quiet sort of day——— need to find my fan heater. I put it away for the summer and damned if I can remember where. Was colder than Charity in the shop——-only three hours in there———- too damn cold.
May have a crack at a workshop tidy up in the morning——- it’s all getting on top of me—— I need a break !
Heard from Billy today——- Richie will be there——- so there’s definitely three of us going !

[powerabout]

AND OMC DIDN’T ???———C’mon Pilgrim——- The V8 Series was a totally unlimited—— uncontrolled and open ended Formula that killed off racing and OMC.
Started out as a three litre limit and in two years reached four and a half litres——— cost five million—- although chunks of that was not spent where it should have been.
Fact is—— any racing that’s not vintage is Mercury powered today——- engineered or not——all classes—- circuit and offshore—— and the company looks healthy !
But—— That doesn’t keep it safe from a SONY takeover.
Yes, OMC did a Merc and pushed everyone out with the V8.
BRP is healthy and bigger than Brunswick even before the fitness stuff sold off.
I think 2st qtr next year will be first reporting where we can compare them

PS remind me what tunnel boat racing engine Merc sells today...60HP ( Chinese) fishing motor with solid mounts?

[jackiewilson]

Yes, OMC did a Merc and pushed everyone out with the V8.
BRP is healthy and bigger than Brunswick even before the fitness stuff sold off.
I think 2st qtr next year will be first reporting where we can compare them

PS remind me what tunnel boat racing engine Merc sells today...60HP ( Chinese) fishing motor with solid mounts?
Wow Pilgrim—— you do have a serious problem with Mercury don’t you?
No, OMC did not do a Merc, they did an OMC and pushed everyone out !
i was not comparing BRP with Brunswick——— I was putting Mercury up against OMC.

F1 world wide series and Tim Seebold’s IOGP Series looked to have the “blacks” on the transom to me.
I know for a fact P1’s have Mercs on them——— ?

Cant think of a series that runs Evinrude——- is there such a thing as a “JOHNSON” any more?
Its a no brainer to even suggest there’s a comparison today between the companies !

I have no doubt in my mind at all, that both you and Lasse will totally disagree with me .But that’s the beauty of Democracy——- we can disagree and still be friends.

[powerabout]

Wow Pilgrim—— you do have a serious problem with Mercury don’t you?
No, OMC did not do a Merc, they did an OMC and pushed everyone out !
i was not comparing BRP with Brunswick——— I was putting Mercury up against OMC.

F1 world wide series and Tim Seebold’s IOGP Series looked to have the “blacks” on the transom to me.
I know for a fact P1’s have Mercs on them——— ?

Cant think of a series that runs Evinrude——- is there such a thing as a “JOHNSON” any more?
Its a no brainer to even suggest there’s a comparison today between the companies !

I have no doubt in my mind at all, that both you and Lasse will totally disagree with me .But that’s the beauty of Democracy——- we can disagree and still be friends.

almost all true
Brunswick will be an all marine company shortly, but yes a bit unfair to compare as BRP has skidoo's, sleds and 3 wheelers etc, so we will never be able to compare them.

sst45 is OMC only, fish motors and all race parts still available from Seaway, same engine for 30+ years
f1 Merc's are all vintage stuff now as blocks no longer made
F2 opti can still buy parts and assemblys

time F1 went 3.0 opti and 3.0 etec, just saying

Yes it did all go wrong after F1 pushed the 2.0 Merc powerhead out.
then it gets complicated as sst120 Merc is a 2.0 and not a f1 powerhead and there was sst100 OMC racing in stock class, then sst140 2.5 Merc

I'd say the 2 biggest classes left are sst45, stock class, F2 opti, stock class, must be a message in that?

[jackiewilson]

almost all true
Brunswick will be an all marine company shortly, but yes a bit unfair to compare as BRP has skidoo's, sleds and 3 wheelers etc, so we will never be able to compare them.

sst45 is OMC only, fish motors and all race parts still available from Seaway, same engine for 30+ years
f1 Merc's are all vintage stuff now as blocks no longer made
F2 opti can still buy parts and assemblys

time F1 went 3.0 opti and 3.0 etec, just saying

Yes it did all go wrong after F1 pushed the 2.0 Merc powerhead out.
then it gets complicated as sst120 Merc is a 2.0 and not a f1 powerhead and there was sst100 OMC racing in stock class, then sst140 2.5 Merc

I'd say the 2 biggest classes left are sst45, stock class, F2 opti, stock class, must be a message in that?


Sure as god made little green green apples Pilgrim——- “Formulas”—— I don’t care if it’s one two or three litres! Make it stick for ten years and it stops jiggery— pokery!
Better still—— give em fifty gallons of fuel and a fifty lap race—— run what you brung .

[jackiewilson]

Duckworth was always of the opinion that a given distance and a given amount of fuel was the best way forward for development —— close racing—- entertainment and cost capping. I bet he’s not far off in his assessment of thirty years ago !

[jackiewilson]

Thursday again tomorrow—- must be the third time this week——sainted mother always said Thursday was rent day—— she was always long gone before the rent man came aknocking !
Really looking forward to the USA trip ——- wonder if Willabee—— Rotory John—- Richie Powers will make the lake x gates once more ?
I know all the regular old farts will be there—— Rich Luhrs—— Roger Hinsdale—- Bert the Squirt— Stickle—— Seebold—- Most of the Canadian mob—— Caddie—— Sirois—- ???????
Key West will be over and done with——- there’s a bit of a do on in Inglewood But I don’t think that will detract from the attendance at Tavares .

[jackiewilson]

You going to bless us with your presence at Tavares Pilgrim?—— I can introduce you to some stalwart Mercury guys there—— You will have a steadfast supporter in Lasse—— he usually gives a good account of himself ——- Roger is AC/DC , but I reckon I can sweet talk him onto my side.
Was rumours that Jacobson might show——- and WARBY has a habit of just showing up!
Life is like a box of chocolates—— you never know who’ll be at Tavares!

[Rotary John]

Thursday again tomorrow—- must be the third time this week——sainted mother always said Thursday was rent day—— she was always long gone before the rent man came aknocking !
Really looking forward to the USA trip ——- wonder if Willabee—— Rotory John—- Richie Powers will make the lake x gates once more ?
I know all the regular old farts will be there—— Rich Luhrs—— Roger Hinsdale—- Bert the Squirt— Stickle—— Seebold—- Most of the Canadian mob—— Caddie—— Sirois—- ???????
Key West will be over and done with——- there’s a bit of a do on in Inglewood But I don’t think that will detract from the attendance at Tavares .
Unfortunately nobody has put out any info. I don't have a clew where Lake X is, where dinner is. or what else is going on. Seems like if your not X-Mercury, tough S**t.

[powerabout]

You going to bless us with your presence at Tavares Pilgrim?—— I can introduce you to some stalwart Mercury guys there—— You will have a steadfast supporter in Lasse—— he usually gives a good account of himself ——- Roger is AC/DC , but I reckon I can sweet talk him onto my side.
Was rumours that Jacobson might show——- and WARBY has a habit of just showing up!
Life is like a box of chocolates—— you never know who’ll be at Tavares!

Like to yes, but in HK next week for a powerboat race

[jackiewilson]

Like to yes, but in HK next week for a powerboat race

Powerboat races all year round somewhere in the world——— Tavares is just Once a year—— don’t procrastinate Pilgrim—— some of those that make it this year, wont be there next year! ,

[jackiewilson]

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I ask you, in all honesty——- what the hells wrong with that ?
Her Majesty claims it’s not “TRADITIONAL” ——- so what ? It’ll outlast the widow woman!—— never go rotten like the old one—- keep the birdie fodder dry—— what more can a man do——— AND FOR FREE , FECKIN bear is eating me again!
Had to remove the lid—— Madame is not a happy bunny—— I’m not a happy chappie—- bit of an impasse really———— she threw Her dollies and I refused to pick ‘ em up !
So, the old lady has a bird table instead of a house—— big deal——- get over it girlie—— I’m fresh out of ideas and patience—— FECKIN sparrows will never know the difference, and they’ll still crap at the table.

[seeroy]

John - Lake X gates open Friday, 16 November ay 1:00PM and close at 5:PM. As far as I know, the only requirement is that you profess membership to OFF. Remember that OFF does not have membership list......YOU ARE AN OFF MEMBER!!!!. Following Lake X, the party moves to Tavares where there will be a dinner (order from menu and pay for yourself). Sorry, but I do not know name and time of restaurant/dinner. However, I am going to go with the flow. Rich Luhrs has details.Looking forward to seeing you and others - Steve Sirois

[seeroy]

Powerboat races all year round somewhere in the world——— Tavares is just Once a year—— don’t procrastinate Pilgrim—— some of those that make it this year, wont be there next year! ,

Jackie, exactly the point "some won't be there next year". A great part of OFF is to remember those that have moved on to the next adventure. Steve Sirois

[seeroy]

OFF 2018 dinner details
OFF update....
The annual OFF Dinner will be held at 7:00 PM on Friday November 16th at Puddle Jumpers Bar and Grill in Tavares, FL after our Lake X visit. We will be using the private dining room upstairs. Attendees will simply order off the menu....But...I need a head count at least 10 days prior. Please PM me with your intent to participate and the number of folks in your party ASAP.
Thanks and I look forward to seeing you there.https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=420838&d=1539709810&thumb=1 (https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=420838&d=1539709810)

[seeroy]

Rich, I will be there for dinner with Iris. Also I expect that Vida Sirois, Vicki and Ed Young will also attend both events. - Steve Sirois

[powerabout]

Powerboat races all year round somewhere in the world——— Tavares is just Once a year—— don’t procrastinate Pilgrim—— some of those that make it this year, wont be there next year! ,
I'm too young to be OFF, never drove a direct reverser or worked on one

[FUJIMO]

Absolutely stunning contemporary design...https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=422256&d=1541064831 (https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=422256&d=1541064831)

[jackiewilson]

I'm too young to be OFF, never drove a direct reverser or worked on one

What a load of old bollocks Pilgrim——if your out of diapers but not back in them yet—— you’re eligible!
My son and grandson are members—— Tim Seebold —— Alan Garbrecht—— there’s some elite members in the OFF group——- But we treat them all the same !
Ok , so I started out with a direct drive——- but that doesn’t mean I’m a catholic—— or A diagnostic!
Cant think of anybody who’s been brave enough to turn down an old fart membership——- shudder to think what the consequences might amount to !

[jackiewilson]

C
Absolutely stunning contemporary design...https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=422256&d=1541064831 (https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=422256&d=1541064831)

Wont stop the little buggers crapping on the floor.

[jackiewilson]

Came out of necessity and availability Fuji—— didn’t have any cheapo pallet timber or box ply—— and the widow woman wasn’t of the kind I would try to impress—— so, she got what I had, although her Royal highness insisted I did a pitched roof.
So I straightened the stainless Dutch barn roof——- cut it in half—— stitched it to some alloy angle—— Voila !!!—— a forty five pitched roof . “There”, she said—— “That wasn’t too difficult was it”?
Swear to God I never touched her !
Hospital visit this morning to get the deaf aid a winter service—— damn thing whistle’s and squeaks every time I wear specs or a cap, which is most of the time these days.

Would appear the P1 series is kicking off in a number of countries w/W—— Malaysia, India, China—- Asif—- the promotor has been busy flogging the product.
With a V8 and a safety cell—— eighty plus miles an hour—- and a much improved hull—— there’s every chance it could all go well——- good luck anyway.

A week on Monday and I’m on the Norwegian Air flight to Orlando—— beginning to look forward to the trip——— a fair few adventures coming my way!

[jackiewilson]

Weekend almost here—— everyone took to the hills—— I might just join them tomorrow!

[jackiewilson]

No doubt about it —— I’ve got “FLORISOMNIA”—— Rare ailment that attack’s the sleep genes if you’re contemplating a visit to the southern half of the USA.
Used to take all these trips in my stride—— nowadays, even a trip to the bog for a whizz is quite an adventure!
Her majesty has my suitcase packed and issued orders that any of my concepts I’m taking be wrapped in swathing bands or bath towels, so as not to tear my clothes to shreds.
Saturday and the scrapyard and boot sale are calling——- a cry that cannot Be ignored!

[jackiewilson]

Hey Mike Butler—— talked to Parkinson earlier in the week——- Rick Mackie called him, asked him to fill in some details about the FONDA years !
He shoulda come to the horses mouth Mikey—— I have copies of all the FONDA newsletters ( all five of them )———— has invaluable information on the start up——- the venues——-racers involved—— prices of race engines—— Mercury involvement ? Had one with M. Butler written on the front, in my own fair hand ? But I guess it’ll just go to waste if you’re not going to Lake X!

[jackiewilson]

Had a quiet productive day in the shop on Saturday——— done another rear end of a Vee bottom with a pair of stern drives and all the trimmings.
Even Thought about making it three drives——don’t think many of those were built—— would make a great paperweight.
Have all day Sunday to myself——- no visitors—— not going anywhere——- should be able to crack on nicely——- have fathomed out how to do a triple tie bar with a dropped middle unit ! Beginning to get quite good with the logistics of concept construction!
Taking two or three pieces to Tavares——- got an empty suitcase——- allowed twenty kilos—- might as well fill the damn thing up.
Ah well, Cant lay here all day——- I’ll get bed sores if I stay—— might get a progress piccy if you behave——- then again, you might not!

[jackiewilson]

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Just about half way through the project—— rough cut most of the bits—- except the hydraulics—— But I’ll cross that bridge !!!! ,
Can you imagine Beethovens fifth coming out of those pipes?
Keikhaefer V maybe———- what do you mean, there’s no such animal ! ——- maybe not in your world. —- I can cobble anything I want in my world !

[techteam]

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Just about half way through the project—— rough cut most of the bits—- except the hydraulics—— But I’ll cross that bridge !!!! ,
Can you imagine Beethovens fifth coming out of those pipes?
Keikhaefer V maybe———- what do you mean, there’s no such animal ! ——- maybe not in your world. —- I can cobble anything I want in my world !

One of those pipes has fallen off.

[jackiewilson]

One of those pipes has fallen off.

Of all the pipes, on all the boats, in all the world——- you have to notice mine——- eight was fine when there was only two drives———— then—— like a Pratt——- I decided to add a third——- looked a tad off course with eight ! Problem was——- there’s only room for three more——— NOBODY WILL NOTICE——— who the hell will ever bothers to count them ? THEN TECH TEAM TURNED UP !
Use your imagination peeps ——- three into one on the centre leg !
Ah well, Monday’s kicked off well—— wonder if that’s indicative of the rest of the week?
Guy Fawkes weekend went off well——- million’s went up in smoke, in the form of rockets, bangers and sparklers.
Murphy and Indy stayed in doors, so it never affected them.
Last week to earn a shilling before the trip.

[techteam]

Of all the pipes, on all the boats, in all the world——- you have to notice mine——- eight was fine when there was only two drives———— then—— like a Pratt——- I decided to add a third——- looked a tad off course with eight ! Problem was——- there’s only room for three more——— NOBODY WILL NOTICE——— who the hell will ever bothers to count them ? THEN TECH TEAM TURNED UP !Use your imagination peeps ——- three into one on the centre leg !Ah well, Monday’s kicked off well—— wonder if that’s indicative of the rest of the week?Guy Fawkes weekend went off well——- million’s went up in smoke, in the form of rockets, bangers and sparklers. Murphy and Indy stayed in doors, so it never affected them.Last week to earn a shilling before the trip.Well your so rough on Rotary John's and my first love you deserve to be pulled up once in a while. Fly safe and enjoy Merica.

[jackiewilson]

Well your so rough on Rotary John's and my first love you deserve to be pulled up once in a while. Fly safe and enjoy Merica.

It paid off though——- John Sheldon and me are now really good friends—— in spite of threatening to punch each other’s lights out, and that was before we’d even met.
What was it Mark Twain said ?——- it takes a fight to make good friends.!

[jackiewilson]

Had a stellar morning——— finished the trims——- polished up the three drives——- had to leave to visit the surgery.
Only to give bloods——— apparently, the world will grind to a halt should I ever miss an appointment!
Her ladyship has started packing my case——- all I have to do is sneak a couple of concepts in while she’s not looking!
Its all a bit clinical looking at the mo, needs a bit of color !

[jackiewilson]

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Ok, so it never happened—— who gives a flying fart—— it’s a bloody concept—- a bit of fun.
i guarantee you will never ever find another one ——-
Its going to Tavares next week, it may tickle some impecunious enthusiasts fancy!

[jackiewilson]

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A little over fifty fifty years ago down in the south of France—— Juan Le Pins to be exact—- A race was held that attracted lots of boat racers from all over Europe.
Among those present were Cees Velden—-Dieter Koenig—- Dieter Schultze—— Van Neep—- Arie De Boom—- and a bunch of Italians!
I won just about everything—— indice De Performance—- overall winner—- class winner—— Among the prizes was this silver plaque “ Challenge Of America”.
Apparently, you had to win it three years on the trot before you were eligible for untold delights!
I did manage to win it two years running—— but never did return.
The Motor Yacht Club Cote De Azur held a series of races over two weeks——- Cannes— Nice— Antibes—- Monte Carlo—-ille Dez Embiez.
I used to load up the camper van —- throw the kids in and hook the boat up—— and we would take off for three weeks annual vacation.

[powerabout]

each year they got lucky with calm water I guess?

[jackiewilson]

each year they got lucky with calm water I guess?
Definitely not the case Pilgrim ——- most of the guys were set up for calm water—— I wasn’t—— that stood me in good stead.
In twelve days I won 22 trophies—— enough money to feed us all —— and enough gasoline ( which was free) to get back home.
Made some lifelong friends, and tasted my first Beluga caviar!
Was frogmarched backwards out of the Casino at Juan La Pins for not wearing a tie—— until Johnny Bloch told them I had one all the trophies——- then the Matre De found me a jacket and a tie.
All you have to do is win in France and you’re a celebrity!
I could even park the camper on the casino lawn with four kids asleep in it !
One time, further down the coast in Marbella ( when it was a tiny fishing village) George Kragge sank Koenigs boat during the race——— Dieter made him dive down —— tie a rope on it —- dry it out in time for the next day’s racing.
It really was very lumpy water for most of the races .

[jackiewilson]

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Custom cobbled bird table for the widow woman—— she’s happy—— that’s all that matters!

[jackiewilson]

Decided to sell the wood lathe—— I haven’t even fired it up once in the last three years—— time for it to travel.
Hopefully this will give me enough room to benchmount the bender and the wire wheel as well as getting rid of all the things I’ve hoarded away in the last two years.
Walked out of the shop lunch time but couldn’t face the carnage this afternoon—- all projects are shelved until after the USA trip. It’s clean up and throw out time.
scrap bag has two drills,——Two sanders,——two angle grinders,—- two bench grinders—- one pillar drill —— one band saw—— a dozen spokeshaves ——- a Tormek system for sharpening——— and that’s after just one morning!422621

Cannot Believe That Nobody passed comment on “ KIEKHAEFER”​ unless I’ve been —-?????

[jackiewilson]

Mark and Craig are heading out to Key West——- they usually set up stall in the village.
A lot of carbon on display this year—— chairs, tables, lockers, all that sort of thing—— maybe a safety cell !
Ill try and get the shop cleared today——- Tomorrow, the guy who bought the wood lathe and various other tools and machines is coming to collect them——— should have some semblance of order restored soon.

[jackiewilson]

Sold all the things I had accumulated but never needed over the years including the wood lathe.
Was kind of sad to see the lathe go——- but I did get a nice bag of gold for all the bits of hand and bench machines.

[jackiewilson]

Oh to be in florida now November’s here—— Key West, Tavares, A whole lot of loving going on.
Affectionados of the beloved sport are spoilt for choice——- Key West—— the ancestral home of Offshore Powerboating——- Lake Dora and Tavares—— the annual meeting place of the old farts—- the heroes of yesteryear.
But, if you want to reminisce—- with some of the most knowledgeable characters in Powerboat Racing history—— get yourself down to Tavares and chat with some of the living legends while you still can.
Still gobsmacked by the number of old boat racers who think they’re still too young to be an old fart—- Bollocks—- you’re older than you think—- just accept the fact you were good yesterday but today’s today today!
Cant see me making the trip again——- Gene is heading towards ninety—- Odelle, I have no idea, Bachus ,The Squirt Serra, , , Sirois, Seebold, Stickle, —— and a host of others who just might turn up!
Be there, or be Square and miss the chance of a lifetime tomix with live legends from the world of powerboating!

[jackiewilson]

Well, that went down like a turd in a punchbowl——- think its best if I leave you to your own devices—— talk amongst yourselves, give me a shout when you’re done!
im off to OFF on Monday anyway——— probably won’t be bothering y’all in the next couple of weeks——- I’ll be far too busy

[techteam]

Typical, pester us with all sorts of dross day after day and then just as we start hanging on every word you cut us off ! Your worse than those You Tube jockeys....

[jackiewilson]

Thought everyone had switched off looking at the dross——— no comments—— even the regulars have gone to the moon—— so why bother ?
I think that should read U TUBE——— I’m not a lover of the site myself, but, what the hell——- different strokes ????
Thought there would have been more action from key west——- !!!!

[ron54]

Jackie....If you have time between fighting and arguing with the locals, could you take some snaps of.....girls...boats....and cars, oh and girls.

I recall I did ask you the same last year but all that came back was blokes socks and shorts..........

[jackiewilson]

You must have lost track of time Phill—— I was unable to visit Tavares last year.
I have no idea where you got the blokes—— shorts and socks from.
Taking one or two “CONCEPTS” over this year—— if there’s any room In the rucksack for the Leica—- you might strike lucky !

[jackiewilson]

Weather has definitely turned colder and wetter—— colours would put New England to shame—- absolutely magnificent.
Workshop clean up and change around is not going at all well——- I have been merciless in clearing out everything I will not use again. Changing machines around—— trying to create more space—— almost impossible.
Think I have Florida on my mind!

[jackiewilson]

Next to the Final Hospital visit before I leave——- this time it was the annual diabetic eye test——- all looks to be ok——— Monday morning —— doc wants to do a last minute check to see that all the plumbing is up and running.
Straight from there to the airport——— yeah, I know it’s cutting it a bit fine, but it’s none of my doing—— I put on 22 lbs since the last check up and they’re of the op it can’t all be blamed on the steroids!
Well it sure as hell is not high class living —— or, wild wild women—— or cigareets n Whusky?
An odd glass of the malt never hurt anyone———
Big day in Key West——— with the Final on Sunday for double points——— Mark picking me up from Orlando Monday evening, I’ll get all the details then!
Forgot to tell you—— after 8 years —— thousands of man hours—-Mark fired up the motors on his boat!——- if you’re going to Englewood after Tavares, .then you might get to see this wonderful creation
Craig just called from Keywest—— the stall is all set up——- there’s eight “CONCEPTS “ on display including the number six drive ( has a $500 price tag ) you never know——- some drunken enthusiast might take a fancy to it.
Saving myself for tomorrow for a final onslaught on the workshop——- it has to be finished and ready for action on my return. I don’t want to even think about the shop whilst I’m on vacation.

[peterse90]

Jackie we have a lot in common;
- same last name
- we both like tunnel boat racing (special like for the early 70's)
- DIABETES :cheers:

Would really like to meet you one day, if not at OFF if I ever get there then in England when I come to visit my son in London !!

[GENE LANHAM]

Oh to be in florida now November’s here—— Key West, Tavares, A whole lot of loving going on.
Affectionados of the beloved sport are spoilt for choice——- Key West—— the ancestral home of Offshore Powerboating——- Lake Dora and Tavares—— the annual meeting place of the old farts—- the heroes of yesteryear.
But, if you want to reminisce—- with some of the most knowledgeable characters in Powerboat Racing history—— get yourself down to Tavares and chat with some of the living legends while you still can.
Still gobsmacked by the number of old boat racers who think they’re still too young to be an old fart—- Bollocks—- you’re older than you think—- just accept the fact you were good yesterday but today’s today today!
Cant see me making the trip again——- Gene is heading towards ninety—- Odelle, I have no idea, Bachus ,The Squirt Serra, , , Sirois, Seebold, Stickle, —— and a host of others who just might turn up!
Be there, or be Square and miss the chance of a lifetime tomix with live legends from the world of powerboating!
THE MALIBUSTANG AINT GOING TO BE READY—

So—today I booked tickets to—ORLANDO

Doug is picking me up on Thursday

[jackiewilson]

How ‘bout that——- Gene Langham will be at lake X Friday the 16th ————- sounds like he’ll be a tad late, he’ll be touching dawn in Orlando about the time they open the gates at the lake. Let’s reassess that——- Gene is coming in on Thursday——- just read his note to me !
Sounds like it’s going to be a memorable occasion——— if you’re wondering whether you ought to make the effort or not——- let me remind you, lots of the old farts are over seventy, some are over eighty——— none of us are immortal——— make the most of us while we’re here !
AND we can lie better than anybody else in the world——- you should listen in to some of the conversations—— sometimes, even I believe them!

[jackiewilson]

Jackie we have a lot in common;
- same last name
- we both like tunnel boat racing (special like for the early 70's)
- DIABETES :cheers:

Would really like to meet you one day, if not at OFF if I ever get there then in England when I come to visit my son in London !!

Im easy to find—— a creature of habit——— when you get to the UK——— send me a P M and I’ll give my address.
Better still, take a trip to Tavares next weekend——- there’s quite a number of seventies racers ( and their sons and grandsons). Be nice to catch up with you.

[jackiewilson]

Finally got the shop as I want it——- last spot to clear out I found a very dusty and dejected “MALIBUSTANG” ——— looking very sorry for itself !
Found another dozen things to stick on e bay——- new policy——- if you haven’t used it in the last six months——- get shut of it ! 422986

Forgotten all all about the “MALIBUSTANG”, then there she was, looking up at me from under the bench——— with a very soulful and accusing look.
Tell you what—— if any of you old farts who are thinking of going, but don’t——- I can tell you now—— you will regret it for the rest of your lives ! Never ”PROCRASTINATE “no matter how old you are——— you’re too old to procrastinate!

On the downhill hill run now—— Final approach Monday and were all clear to go!
Stickle says he’ll be there——- wouldn’t be a bit surmazed if he didn’t stop off and pick up WILLABEE on the way———- then we really would have a full house!

[jackiewilson]

Exactly 100 years ago the armistice was signed——— eleven o’clock on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, nineteen eighteen.
End of the war to end all wars——- Today is the only day the English and the French see eye to eye——- no, I can’t begin to explain it, so don’t even try to understand it.
Politicians fired the start gun and are still trying to justify the deaths of millions of soldiers and civilians .Same thing again with WW2—- Europe gets its knickers in a twist and expects Britain to straighten it out (as well as pick up the tab) !
Course—- while the cost can be counted in hard cash——-nobody can put a price tag on human life——
Just hope the worlds politicians are bright enough to make sure nothing like it ever happens again—- but I guess I’ll always have that nasty little niggle at the back of my mind !
But—— I will take a moment to remember———- after all, it is Remembrance Sunday——- and Jill Wilson’s birthday !

[jackiewilson]

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Sold to a well known offshore racer yesterday at Key West !

[jackiewilson]

what do you know——- Craig sold five out of the six “CONCEPTS” ——- only one left—— he reckons it should have sold before close of play today.
Was an announcement in Key West today That has a profound effect on my family —— it’s ok if anybody cares to comment ?
Having lunch with her majesty and little Lizzie and her mum at the “47 Mussel Row” Littlehampton restaurant.
Only restaurant I have ever been to where I was happy with all three courses, and even the coffee was excellent.
Ihave to say, coffee in English eating establishments is much better these days—— even Starbucks have to pull their socks up——— there’s better coffees out there than theirs!

[jackiewilson]

That’s it—— bedtime Sunday night—— this time tomorrow should be approaching St John———— couple of hours down the coast and i‘m in Orlando .
Think I finally got my house in order, bags packed, etta’s in order—— passport up to date—— all systems go!
See y’all at the gates to the lake—— 1300hrs, Friday.

[powerabout]

Here's one for ya Jackie, yours truly racing in Hong Kong.
Drew Langdon gave us all a lesson on smooth driving

[techteam]

Here's one for ya Jackie, yours truly racing in Hong Kong.
Drew Langdon gave us all a lesson on smooth driving

How did Matt Palfreyman get on ?

[jackiewilson]

Here's one for ya Jackie, yours truly racing in Hong Kong.
Drew Langdon gave us all a lesson on smooth driving
Well Pilgrim—— Somebody has to show the Colonials what it’s all about !

[jackiewilson]

Day has dawned —- wet and windy, but frankly my dear!!!!!!!
Quick trip to the surgery—— final check, and I’m clear to go !
FLORIDA——— you ready for me yet ?
Craig sold all the concepts down at Key West——- al of them gone. Have another four in my suitcase—— Mona Lou is For Odell——— Kiekhaefer Aeromarine 111—- well, it’s in the case
—- be interesting to see who winds up with it.
Also have the thirty cylinder Radial in there. Any takers?423099423100423101

All being well, and if customs don’t have a funny five minutes—— I’ll bring them up to Tavares!

[powerabout]

How did Matt Palfreyman get on ?
oh, ummm...not his fault ( gov bureaucratic issues of olympic proportions) but you need to ask him.

[powerabout]

Well Pilgrim—— Somebody has to show the Colonials what it’s all about !
I let him pass me (cough) on the reverse grid start just so I could watch
it was great to be back in a lightweight flighty boat, thats for sure
got some funny looks when they asked when were you last in a race boat and I said in the 80's

Had a great time, fantastic bunch of drivers and shore crew and many thanks for Martin Lai for doing the hard yards to pull off a successful event.
Photos of the pit babes coming

[jackiewilson]

“PIT BABES”?—- are they a bit like ‘FANNY FLOUTERS?

[powerabout]

you have a nice arse, so do you..then she said

[powerabout]

ah...sounds great but didnt you see the ring on my finger, ask Mark

[jackiewilson]

ah...sounds great but didnt you see the ring on my finger, ask Mark—- is that you Pilgrim—— in the green! —— exhibiting the fanny catcher ?

[powerabout]

—- is that you Pilgrim—— in the green! —— exhibiting the fanny catcher ?
Ha! I thought i gave myself away as i was sure you would know the other guy in the photo...lol
That was my xmas present to you....
Ok next year then, but you are down to 2 assuming i'm not a chinese girl
2 girls did race, you will know one of them or your kids will

[jackiewilson]

I made it—— I’m here in Fort Pierce—— was times I thought I would never make it, but I did!

[jackiewilson]

423244

Nearly there.

[FUJIMO]

https://www.screamandfly.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=423244&d=1542149430

[jackiewilson]

Thanks Fuji——— been a hectic day at WISON CUSTOM MARINE today——- so many things going on all at once.
Spending the day with Gary and Lou at Gieco In Jupiter Wednesday——- the longest ride has picked up momentum once again—— just a case of hanging on until it’s impetuous progress slows down a little.

[jackiewilson]

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Spent the day at Geico In Jupiter———Gary G, turning up at the office—— discussing the merits of Ferrari “CALIFORNIA”, and Lamborghini “ MUIRA” ! With Gary Stray.
Had a couple of hours playing with a CD Printer——- it’s just unfortunate that I have to get one——- but it will make life a lot easier .
Used to think these clever people who make perfect scale models were geniuses——— found out that’s not so———— A bloody CD PRINTER is the genius.
Granbson Gary showed me what to use and how to paint any “Concepts” in future!
Scotty B. Asked me to make him aneikh Kiekhaefer AEROMARINE 111 He really wanted the one I brought over——- unfortunately it’s already been sold.
Way things stand, I won’t have a single Concept left for Tavares.

[techteam]

Jackie

Do you mean an RP Printer ?

[peterse90]

Jackie

Do you mean an RP Printer ?

Maybe 3-D printer ??

[jackiewilson]

Jackie

Do you mean an RP Printer ?

Have no idea what an RP PRINTER IS ?
I meant a three Dee (3d) ——- I can just about manage the basics of an I pad——- never even knew those things existed. SPOCK——— eat your FECKIN heart out——— it’s right up there with ​———-Beam me up Scotty!

[jackiewilson]

You Might even get to see Mark at the gates to Lake x tomorrow——- reckons he’s going to drop me off after spending a couple of hours with the old farts.
Seebolds looking after me for the rest of the time——- then dropping me off at englewood sunday—— then Gary will drop me back at Marks place Sunday evening!

[jackiewilson]

Thursday at Wilson Custom Marine would leave a sainted mother in tears——— everyone wants their props back yesterday——- don’t mattering a damn whether it’s 110’ SUNSEEKER or a 90’ PERSHING—— POKER RUN OUTBOARD or a JETSKI Squirt . Wasn’ it always the same?—— always !!! If you have a boat, you’re never ready until after the last minute—— fact of life !
Then there’s the “COMPOSITE” side of the business——- new developments ( all top secret stuff) futuristic gear, like it was for a film set for “BACK TO THE FUTURE ON WATER” or WARS ON THE HIGH SEAS —— outside world will never know the breakages, mistakes, failures, headaches and heartaches—— all they’ll ever see is the wonder of another masterpiece in marine technology.
All the old farts will be at Tavares right now—— drinking beer, telling tales and reminiscing on times gone by and dreaming of the day at lake x tomorrow. I’ll be there—— right up with them, see you at 13:00 hours Friday .

[jackiewilson]

As I grow older, the “KENETIC” Formula comes into play more and more ( for every action—- there’s a reaction)—— is it worth putting all that energy and effort into something that only gives me a modicum of pleasure ?
Laid in bed last night—— totally knackered but the little grey cells were working overtime and wouldn’t allow me to switch off——— there has been a lot of soul searching——- scheming—- and risk in making this trip.
First time in many years I have travelled without medical cover—— at $5,000 premium for two weeks I thought that’s it——- the insurance companies have crapped their own bucketful—— was it worth it?
Abso FECKINlutely. Feels like it did the first time I went to Disney——- I don’t often get to feel like a kid again———- so yes, it’s going to be well worth the effort to join the old farts at the gates to Lake X at 13:00 hours today—— Friday the 16th November 2018 ! Added bonus is the fact my son Mark is taking me there !!!!!!!

Thats the Kenetic Formula!

[jackiewilson]

423421

Many years ago

when I used to drive down to SWMF the Mercury distributors in Poole—— pick up a top of the line six cylinder in a cardboard box——— five kids would be waiting for Mark and me to lift the motor out of the box.
My kids could get a weeks fun out of one of those damn things!
Mercury have deprived a lot of kids, a lot of pleasure by shipping motors in climbing frames——— OR HAVE THEY ?
But, at $1800 a pop—— I think not——-?

By the way——- those are four RACING 400 MERCURY MOTORS.

NO. IM NOT TELLING YOU.

[jackiewilson]

Wow—- one hell of a day for the old farts——memorable visit to lake x——- looking all smart and tidy——- but as my sainted mother used to say “” all lipstick and no knickers” .
If you went up the tower—— looked nice and fresh from the outside!,, —— but seventy years old from the inside!
People like Sirois and Odell were saying it felt like they were coming home ——- How ‘ bout That, after all these years.
I thoroughly enjoyed the visit, although I thought there might have been SOMETHING to show Mercury were involved in the project again.
Good to catch up with The Old Farts again——- I was amazed how many of them had grown older since the last time I saw them !
Me, I just stayed the same?

[jackiewilson]

Well—— that was it ! The 2018 OFF meeting !,,,, it’s over——— been and gone, Billy took me to my hotel——— Holiday inn express in Tavares! That was after he made sure Stickle was safely back in his room.
Its one thing being a world famous boat racer—— there’s been one or two of them through the years——- but to be that, and a quiet, modest, caring human being is quite another thing altogether—— if you ever got to know Seebold, you should count yourself lucky——— he’s as rare as rocking horse sh-t.
I am one of the fortunate few——- I met him 49 years ago in Havasu——— over many years I got to meet his family —— he got to meet mine.
Then I met some of his friends——— he met some of mine—— his kids—— my kids——- after nearly fifty years I can turn around and say——- yeah—— me and Billy are good friends!
Bill Seebold——- Mr Bill——-Billy—— will be wandering around the pits today——— make the most of it—— take time out to say hi while you can.
One day, you may be able to say to your great grandchildren “I once shook hands with Billy Seebold, one of the greatest boat racers of all time”.

[jackiewilson]

Ten thirty pm and I’m ready for sleep at the Seebold house in Naples——- as always, Lynne had a hot meal ready and waiting soon as we walked in the door.
Billy did all the driving of the 245 miles——- he did have to stop for a leak around the halfway mark.

Been a memorable sort of day———- walked out of my bedroom door and there opening the door opposite me stood Brownie ! Now we have never actually stopped and talked before—— (although I’ve seen him at several of the OFF meetings)———- siimply said “hi Brownie, you got one of your books with you”? He said come on in—— that was it——- we talked for nearly an hour——- shooting the world of Powerboats.
In the end, he GAVE me a signed copy of his book “Tales from Thunderbird Row”——— thank you very much Brownie, so nice to talk to you!
By ten thirty, I’d had enough of vintage boats——- spoken to all the old farts once again—— Stickle was keen to get back to Tennessee——- Seebold was all done and ready to go, so we started to leave?
First, had to say goodbye to “STAVROS”——— Roger Hinsdale and Margo—— Rich Luhrs with no Doreen—— Ted and Kevin Boyd—- Rayner Blair and girl friend ( could have stayed a while longer and got to know her better)——- Mark Rathermell ———-
Odelle had just left so I couldn’t say goodbye——- and I couldn’t find any trace of Gene and his boy Doug—— was sorry about that.
Thought we should have a last drink at the tiki bar and a pound of hot shrimp and who do you think walked in the door with his wife and the dog ? TED JONES——- was finally going on four before we hit the road.
Farewell Tavares!

[jackiewilson]

Slept really well—- but I have another hectic day before me——- going up to Englewood to watch the final day’s racing.
Understand Gieco just narrowly managed a win—— let’s hope they got over their problems and do it better today.
I have really mixed feelings on Tavares——- nowhere else ever, will you meet a collection of boat racers like it!
They come from all corners of the earth to be there———— for some, it’s the last gathering before the departure. I sincerely hope it continues, but my gut feeling is, it’s on the decline.
Every boat racer in the world is growing older—— fact of life. Where else can you meet the “Living legends” and those that almost were in one place? Well I’ll tell you———- at the OFF meeting in Tavares !
For those that didn’t make it——- try harder next year—— and even then you’ve missed the boat on seeing some of them!

[donmac]

Great posts Jackie, I've had some time now to catch up on your last 6 months of posts of which the last few hit home quite hard! Jim Brown P177 Baja Bandit another great guy I had the pleasure of knowing and racing with. Life just wouldn't be the same without the memories. The old days sure seem like eons ago.

[jackiewilson]

Great posts Jackie, I've had some time now to catch up on your last 6 months of posts of which the last few hit home quite hard! Jim Brown P177 Baja Bandit another great guy I had the pleasure of knowing and racing with. Life just wouldn't be the same without the memories. The old days sure seem like eons ago.

No question about it Don, the old days were the best!
Billy came up to Englewood and watched the last race——- Gieco strolled it, winning by a comfortable margin.running long and strong at around 175 mph on the straightaway, for once all the bits held together.
Lou and Gary drove me back to Marks place——— no other feeling like driving home after a good win, just something about contentment——- job done——satisfaction. Lord knows I’ve driven back home often enough with a trailer full of bits——- or a broken motor ! Different feeling altogether.

It had been a long weekend——- lots of celebrations—— lots of sadness——- came away knowing damn well I will never again shake hands with some of my old friends——- felt very emotional and melancholy—— never ever been depressed in my life—— but last night, I came close.
Hugged my son tight when I said goodnight——- I don’t know why? I just felt I had to. I look at him and know his mother and I did a bloody good job !
Been here a week——- one of the main reasons for coming is over and done with—— the lakeX visit and Tavares, that all went well. Next up is the launch of Marks boat Tomorrow Tuesday—— then , the shakedown trials——- then it’s party time—— thanksgiving——- family time, then more party time!
Im usually homesick after a week away from Jilly and home——- But there’s so much to look forward to this coming week——- it hasn’t hit yet!
Ive got enough material to keep this thread running until the new year——- guess you’re stuck with me a while longer!
Was amazed how many folk came up to me and said “soon as I poured me a coffee, first thing I do is look on the TRICKS site”. Why the hell don’t more of you just post a reply——— I don’t care what you put, just so long as I know there’s a few folk looking !
Was really sorry Lassie and the Zumba queen weren’t at Tavares——— always loved discussing” things with Lasse ——— course, we don’t always see eye to eye——— but isn’t that what friends are all about ?.
Its the Monday after the “OLD FARTS” ——- hard to say how I feel——- I’ll tell you when I know myself.

[jackiewilson]

423710

This is how they go racing today —— TELEMETRY——head honcho at the helm—— tells em when to fart, spit, drink and think !!! ——- go quick ——- slow down ——- take the short route or the country road.
Dont suppose it’ll be long before we have robot pilots and each outfit has its own drone.
There will be no need for a Curtis or a helicopter. ,
Forgive the sarcasm——- it’s monday morning and I’ve got the blues!

[jackiewilson]

423715

That right there is Carl Kiekhaefer’s very own ashtray———- it’s on the boardroom table at Wilson Custom Marine !

[jackiewilson]

A few years back, before Pontius was a Pilate, came across a massive collection of Lake X test sheets.
These dated from 1963—to—-1977——— I’ve been steadily ploughing through all the data stored in there.
Turns out that a 1968 18’ Molinari in the USA, went exactly the same speed as mine in the uk !

Another interesting fact ( I have the spread sheets to prove it) ——— a sixteen foot Critchfield, with an OMC 115 GT, driven by Jim HUNT and Jeff Titus was quicker than a Molinari with a 1000 BP, driven by Odelle Lewis and Wayne Vicker’s !!
You couldn’t make this sh-t up if you tried——— but here it is in the neatest handwriting you could wish for!
C’mon Jim—— I need a little input here once in a while—— Vicky will have long forgotten these findings.

[jackiewilson]

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Before the advent of computers——- facts Odelle——- just the facts!!!

[jackiewilson]

423726

Part of the history and mystery of Lake X——- wonder how much Mercury have in their archive So?
This Stuff is priceless—— andnone of it is for sale ( AT ANY PRICE) —- thatgoes for “OLD BLUE” as well!

[jackiewilson]

If Butler had been with the old farts during the visit to lake x——- he would have had a seizure——- the only boat there, was powered by a V eight “Rude”——-with a good looking gearcase and a very interesting saddle indeed.
Mercury were noticeable by the absence of anything Mercury ? Question begs WHY?
OK, I’ll accept the Rude was there for —-“evaluation” purposes——- but sod my old britches, do the hierarchy in fon du lac think the old Merc guys are stupid and don’t notice anything at all?
I got news for you Oshberg——- those old farts are some of the smartest people on the planet——- I give you “Fair Warning”——— do not take the piss——— it will come round and bite you in the asse!

[jackiewilson]

Oh yes, while I’m still in a belligerent and mischief making mood, would somebody in Merc headquarters explain to me why——- the greatest ever representative of the MERCURY brand of outboards, ( you know, the guy that won a thousand trophies, that’s him, Er Think his name was Seebold or something? Never ran anything other than a Mercury!!!) is running a FECKIN YAMAHA on the back of his 25’ center console Scout ????
Are the advertising whizz kids suffering from mad fits of depression——- loss of memory—— or are they just bone idle——— Ham Hamburger and Joe Swift must be spinning in their graves at the sheer lack of imagination and common sense that’s prevailing today in the Merc marketing depot!
Ambassadors——— I’ve shat em and shot em——- never met one yet worth his salt——- here lies one that should’ve been, but isn’t!
Still time to put things right——- after all——- what’s the cost of advertising motor straight off the production line, each and every year from here to eternity?
Time to wake up guys!

[jackiewilson]

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Now—— here’s one for the purists—— Gene Langham—— Kenny Kilson———Rich Luhrs——Ted Boyd etc.
August 1968—— 118 mph —— driver Jan schoonover—- Switzerl wing——- written in stone !
Today I did both a Fujimo and a Lasse, all rolled into one, I apologise, I just got caught up in some of the test sheets.
Amazing how many times Both the Sirois’ names come up. Wyrabeck ( Becky), Bill Cooper, Garbrecht
B.Switzer—- D, Switzer—- Ridgell—-Ramsey—-Odelle—D Craig—-Johnny Bakos——Stenback—Vicker’s J. Titus—-We’ve only just begun—— on the first book!!!

[jackiewilson]

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This is the next bible I shall be perusing ——— “CURRENT OFFSHORE” !!!
A QUICK FLICK THROUGH. Shows Bertram’s—— Magnums—— Cary—— Cigarette—— inboards and outboards!
Stavros——— who was the person that wrote the spreadsheet? It’s beautiful handwriting—— clear, precise and even.
Doubt this could ever happen again ——- today is the age of the computer—— won’t be long before folk will have forgotten how to write———- post boxes will become obsolete——— every thing will be bought “ONLINE”———— Amazon the only outlet——— Fedex the only carrier !
No more shopping malls——— they’ll all become derelict———
EATING——— now this is where it gets interesting——— people today eat more——- do less activity in any direction——- drive the car to the outside toilet——and generally are “OBESE”———FECKIN FAT !

OK, that’s me done——— I’m finished preaching——- nobody gives a flying fart anyway.
”Twould appear nobody likes the the new style of writing on the “TRICKS” site———- never got a single reply ———- it was only temporary anyway———- mitigating Circumstances?? I was here in the USA— time on my hands——- just filling in !

Fujimo / Lasse Type muttering and offerings just doesn’t seem to work on this site—— so I’ll stick to what I do best————- just the truth——- not “the facts”!

[donmac]

Oh yes, while I’m still in a belligerent and mischief making mood, would somebody in Merc headquarters explain to me why——- the greatest ever representative of the MERCURY brand of outboards, ( you know, the guy that won a thousand trophies, that’s him, Er Think his name was Seebold or something? Never ran anything other than a Mercury!!!) is running a FECKIN YAMAHA on the back of his 25’ center console Scout ????
Are the advertising whizz kids suffering from mad fits of depression——- loss of memory—— or are they just bone idle——— Ham Hamburger and Joe Swift must be spinning in their graves at the sheer lack of imagination and common sense that’s prevailing today in the Merc marketing depot!
Ambassadors——— I’ve shat em and shot em——- never met one yet worth his salt——- here lies one that should’ve been, but isn’t!
Still time to put things right——- after all——- what’s the cost of advertising motor straight off the production line, each and every year from here to eternity?
Time to wake up guys! got a small scout here too. with a yami. pretty damn good reliable motor and does what it's suppose to. I thought mercury was pretty smart using some yami blocks for their small engines. You hit the nail on the head with your marketing comment. mercury who? Majority have been buying boats off the dealers floor now for 30yrs. anyway not having them custom rigged, maybe advertising $$ are best spent on lunchs so engineering has to make more HP to haul lard asses around!

[Rotary John]

I’m finished preaching——- nobody gives a flying fart anyway.
Jackie: You're right.

[jackiewilson]

I’m finished preaching——- nobody gives a flying fart anyway.
Jackie: You're right.

. Johnno, you are so right, I had high hopes you were going to be at the off meeting!

Lassie went all religious on me too—— doncha just hate it when everyone agrees with you !

[OLEGATOR]

A few years back, before Pontius was a Pilate, came across a massive collection of Lake X test sheets.
These dated from 1963—to—-1977——— I’ve been steadily ploughing through all the data stored in there.
Turns out that a 1968 18’ Molinari in the USA, went exactly the same speed as mine in the uk !

Another interesting fact ( I have the spread sheets to prove it) ——— a sixteen foot Critchfield, with an OMC 115 GT, driven by Jim HUNT and Jeff Titus was quicker than a Molinari with a 1000 BP, driven by Odelle Lewis and Wayne Vicker’s !!
You couldn’t make this sh-t up if you tried——— but here it is in the neatest handwriting you could wish for!
C’mon Jim—— I need a little input here once in a while—— Vicky will have long forgotten these findings.

well, here goes. the Critchfield that I drove was not the same one jeff drove his had the omc, mine had 1000bp. lets go back to the start of that story. I was drafted into the army in 1965, while working for bill Critchfield. I left in December. while serving in germany, I attended the 1967 paris 6 hour just before coming home. if my memory is still working, bill Sirois told me at that time, that was the first race for the bp. when I got home Critchfield built and gave me a 16 footer. I put in for one of them 1000bp engines. with the help of my boss, tommy hagood, billy steele, and odell lewis, I think I got the first one in the southeast. mercury had me bring my boat to the lake to pick up my engine and set it up as there was a race coming up in Jacksonville and omc had dominated region 5 the previous year. after making several test runs, they didn't think the speed was good enough. after much discussion, odell and mr k decided we would take the engine off the Critchfield and put it on a McCall neeldown boat that they had. the speed was better so they decided I would run it in jax. this was my first time in a tunnel. after the jax race, after winning 8 of the 10 heats in 5 classes, it was decided I would run the McCall at the next race in key west. when i stopped at the lake to pick up the boat, as i was leaving i just happened to look down the runway and who did i see? none other than jeff titus with omc powered Critchfield. now, you ask, what is he doing here? i figured it out sunday morning. while standing in the pits, here comes jeff titus with his Critchfield with a brand spanking new 1000bp setting on the transom. that is why there are test sheets with both merc and omc on the Critchfield. hope this wasn't too boring but i couldn't figure how to explain it any other way.

[bernie]

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This is the next bible I shall be perusing ——— “CURRENT OFFSHORE” !!!
A QUICK FLICK THROUGH. Shows Bertram’s—— Magnums—— Cary—— Cigarette—— inboards and outboards!
Stavros——— who was the person that wrote the spreadsheet? It’s beautiful handwriting—— clear, precise and even.
Doubt this could ever happen again ——- today is the age of the computer—— won’t be long before folk will have forgotten how to write———- post boxes will become obsolete——— every thing will be bought “ONLINE”———— Amazon the only outlet——— Fedex the only carrier !
No more shopping malls——— they’ll all become derelict———
EATING——— now this is where it gets interesting——— people today eat more——- do less activity in any direction——- drive the car to the outside toilet——and generally are “OBESE”———FECKIN FAT !

OK, that’s me done——— I’m finished preaching——- nobody gives a flying fart anyway.
”Twould appear nobody likes the the new style of writing on the “TRICKS” site———- never got a single reply ———- it was only temporary anyway———- mitigating Circumstances?? I was here in the USA— time on my hands——- just filling in !

Fujimo / Lasse Type muttering and offerings just doesn’t seem to work on this site—— so I’ll stick to what I do best————- just the truth——- not “the facts”!

Jackie - Bill Marschall was the human typewriter that filled in sheet after sheet from henscratchings handed to him. Billy used to do Product Assurance tests for me when he moved to Placida Salt Test facility - same methodical handwriting just prior to Mec going computer. By the way, I met you at Tavares - me just another face in the crowd. Left my race boat home - not ready to tow it 1500 miles and then have it not perform! This was Freddy K's toy back in the day, the Lake X decal is autographed by same.423819

[jackiewilson]

well, here goes. the Critchfield that I drove was not the same one jeff drove his had the omc, mine had 1000bp. lets go back to the start of that story. I was drafted into the army in 1965, while working for bill Critchfield. I left in December. while serving in germany, I attended the 1967 paris 6 hour just before coming home. if my memory is still working, bill Sirois told me at that time, that was the first race for the bp. when I got home Critchfield built and gave me a 16 footer. I put in for one of them 1000bp engines. with the help of my boss, tommy hagood, billy steele, and odell lewis, I think I got the first one in the southeast. mercury had me bring my boat to the lake to pick up my engine and set it up as there was a race coming up in Jacksonville and omc had dominated region 5 the previous year. after making several test runs, they didn't think the speed was good enough. after much discussion, odell and mr k decided we would take the engine off the Critchfield and put it on a McCall neeldown boat that they had. the speed was better so they decided I would run it in jax. this was my first time in a tunnel. after the jax race, after winning 8 of the 10 heats in 5 classes, it was decided I would run the McCall at the next race in key west. when i stopped at the lake to pick up the boat, as i was leaving i just happened to look down the runway and who did i see? none other than jeff titus with omc powered Critchfield. now, you ask, what is he doing here? i figured it out sunday morning. while standing in the pits, here comes jeff titus with his Critchfield with a brand spanking new 1000bp setting on the transom. that is why there are test sheets with both merc and omc on the Critchfield. hope this wasn't too boring but i couldn't figure how to explain it any other way.

Thank you so much for that Jim—— explains the mystery——- there is so much history in the lake x test reports. I am only just starting on them, but once you turn a page it becomes compulsive reading. Fancy Garbrecht being a tunnel jockey!

[jackiewilson]

Jackie - Bill Marschall was the human typewriter that filled in sheet after sheet from henscratchings handed to him. Billy used to do Product Assurance tests for me when he moved to Placida Salt Test facility - same methodical handwriting just prior to Mec going computer. By the way, I met you at Tavares - me just another face in the crowd. Left my race boat home - not ready to tow it 1500 miles and then have it not perform! This was Freddy K's toy back in the day, the Lake X decal is autographed by same.423819

Well Bernie, I have to say that Bill Marshall’s script is superb—— and we’ve been cross talking for years Bernie—— even stopped off in Islamorada to talk with a buddy of yours.

[jackiewilson]

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Was sat sat down for breakfast at the tiki bar in Tavares when Connie and Charlie walked in———he sat himself down right there, under the seaplane——— Honest to Murgatroyd——- you couldn’t make this stuff up !

[jackiewilson]

Can’t make up my mind whether I lost a day or simply got off the roller coaster for a while ?
Truth is, I went around the golf course for nine holes with Sam and Clive——- had a couple of drives and sank a few puts. First time in a year and a half——- and it showed !
Then took my Ken Follett book, A Dangerous Fortune, sat by the pool for an hour reading —— then immersed myself for over two and a half hours. Can’t remember the last time I took time out like that—— stepped off life’s slide—— I need it to slow down a little so I can tuck my shirt in and pull my pants up——- tighten my belt and stride into the future feeling like I can take it on!
There will be those of you who will wonder what the hell im talking about——— but most of the old farts will have figured it out right from the off.
Meloncholy feeling that I had after Tavares has finally gone—— I’m back with my family and comfortable!
Theres a few “issues” with Marks boat—— after eight years —- the trailer that it was supposed to sit on was pulled out of the undergrowth, only to discover it was deceased—— dead—— it’s a has been trailer——- it is no more—— rusty—- rotten to the core —— Boot Hill fodder ?
Now it’s not every day you launch a fifty foot boat—— but this is florida—— lots of marinas — launching ramps—- boat transporters———— forgot just a teeny little thing——— ITS THANKSGIVING!
America stops !
With a bit of bribery and corruption——- a few painful death threats—— Mark managed to get somebody to work on Friday——- so that’s when the launch is planned for!

[jackiewilson]

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Was sat sat down for breakfast at the tiki bar in Tavares when Connie and Charlie walked in———he sat himself down right there, under the seaplane——— Honest to Murgatroyd——- you couldn’t make this stuff up !

Sorry Charlie——- that should read BONNIE—— but spellcheck knows better——- either that or put it down to a silly old fart!

[jackiewilson]

Rented a boat down in Jupiter this afternoon—— Told em I wanted Mercury Power—— they didn’t run Mercs—— only Yamaha————- hard to explain how pissed off I was.
What I saw wasthoudands of yamis and sme Suzies———- very few black Motors.
feckin melancholy feeling is right back——

[jackiewilson]

Happy Thanksgiving America!
Going up to Fort Pierce with Mark to put a few finishing touches to his boat which is scheduled for launching 7:00am Friday.
Been Told not to be late for thanksgiving dinner (13:00hrs) With Lou and Gary and Stevie Curtis and Craig’s Family—— Sam and Clive ! We’ll be there !

[John Schubert]

Ten thirty pm and I’m ready for sleep at the Seebold house in Naples——- as always, Lynne had a hot meal ready and waiting soon as we walked in the door.
Billy did all the driving of the 245 miles——- he did have to stop for a leak around the halfway mark.

Been a memorable sort of day———- walked out of my bedroom door and there opening the door opposite me stood Brownie ! Now we have never actually stopped and talked before—— (although I’ve seen him at several of the OFF meetings)———- siimply said “hi Brownie, you got one of your books with you”? He said come on in—— that was it——- we talked for nearly an hour——- shooting the world of Powerboats.
In the end, he GAVE me a signed copy of his book “Tales from Thunderbird Row”——— thank you very much Brownie, so nice to talk to you!
By ten thirty, I’d had enough of vintage boats——- spoken to all the old farts once again—— Stickle was keen to get back to Tennessee——- Seebold was all done and ready to go, so we started to leave?
First, had to say goodbye to “STAVROS”——— Roger Hinsdale and Margo—— Rich Luhrs with no Doreen—— Ted and Kevin Boyd—- Rayner Blair and girl friend ( could have stayed a while longer and got to know her better)——- Mark Rathermell ———-
Odelle had just left so I couldn’t say goodbye——- and I couldn’t find any trace of Gene and his boy Doug—— was sorry about that.
Thought we should have a last drink at the tiki bar and a pound of hot shrimp and who do you think walked in the door with his wife and the dog ? TED JONES——- was finally going on four before we hit the road.
Farewell Tavares!
Geez,

What about me, I even kissed your forehead at the dinner Friday night. I guess being the only other manufacturer represented leaves me on an island. LOL

Didn't have a chance to see Odell to get a picture of Mona Lou, so I asked Fuji if he had one to e-mail to me so I can finish the boat. Haven't heard back. Do you have a gear case for it or is it as it is.

Hope you enjoyed your trip over.

[GENE LANHAM]

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Was sat sat down for breakfast at the tiki bar in Tavares when Connie and Charlie walked in———he sat himself down right there, under the seaplane——— Honest to Murgatroyd——- you couldn’t make this stuff up !

You can't make this stuff up, Jackie--
Fifty years ago we knew them as--Bonny and Leonard

[jackiewilson]

Absolutely true Gene——— film directors would give their eye teeth for a coincidence like that!
They both look damned amazing !

[jackiewilson]

Been a great thanksgiving weekend so far——- Stevie Curtis was there to share it with the family so naturally we got to talking about stuff that happened over fifty years ago—— the London Club—— Cowes Torquay—— Paris——— Havasu——-188th Street. Went on well into the night.
Early start and the launch of Marks boat after 8 years in the making—— great day that so nearly ended in tragedy———
Launch was text book———- she was propped well down—— this was the initial shake down——- testing the kit——— looking for leaks, which there wasn’t any———-ran close to fifty without much effort with 150 gallons of fuel and a dozen people on board.
Cadillac came out of hibernation for the event, so I gave him a right royal roasting for his non attendance of the old farts gathering.
Both him and Stevie stayed on for the launch party—— everybody went home leaving Mark and Vicky—— Sam and Clive and yours truly, to wander back down to the jetty where “MOONLIGHT LADY” was moored.
Full moon and all the lights on——— the boat really did look the part—— Mark was helping Vick to step from the dock onto the boat, when she didn’t make the Gunwale and dropped straight down into the water fully clothed and went under——- Mark jumped in and managed to pull her to the surface——- Clive and Sam pulled her on to the dock.
We lowered the back door—— Mark swam round the boat and clambered aboard!
Everyone was well wet, but that was it——-

On reflection, we should have known that after 8 years in the making——— launched on .”Black Friday”
under a full moon——- after perfect sea trials God had something memorable planned!

[jackiewilson]

After a full nights sleep ——— the full horror of what nearly happened finally sank in. Whole episode Probably took less than five minutes, but seemed like an eternity.
Boat weighs in at twenty thousand pounds, fifty foot long, just two bumper bouys and moored up nicely——- space between dock and boat, no more than ten/ twelve inches——- how the hell could that happen ? But it did.
Boats moored up at Fort Pierce——- had planned a run down to the Keys, whether or not it will happen I don’t know.
Last two days of my time in florida——- I always enjoy being here—- Catching up with my kids and grandkids, old friends, the OFF people!
Florida is undergoing massive changes——- at the moment, it’s like a building site with a road through it——— the world and his granny are moving here, plus the “snowbirds”—— shudder to think what it’ll be like in fifty years !

[Watermark]

after perfect sea trials God had something memorable planned!

That's a nightmare - Thankfully Vicky wasn't hurt and Mark reacted instantly.
Thinking of you and your family, Jackie. Stay strong and enjoy every minute together.

Mark R.

[jackiewilson]

That's a nightmare - Thankfully Vicky wasn't hurt and Mark reacted instantly.
Thinking of you and your family, Jackie. Stay strong and enjoy every minute together.

Mark R.
Thanks Mark—— was good to see you in Tavares—— gave Cadillac a bollocking for missing the OFF meet.
Yes—-Mark put his hands straight up in the air and dropped the six feet to the water——— was such a tiny gap between the dock and the boat—— had trouble trying to keep Sam from diving in to help!

[Bob V]

Geez,

What about me, I even kissed your forehead at the dinner Friday night. I guess being the only other manufacturer represented leaves me on an island. LOL


And you are still on the island....

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[jackiewilson]

Not to worry John —- the mermaid in the wet suit with the zip pockets will soon come ashore?

[Bob V]

Didn't have a chance to see Odell to get a picture of Mona Lou, so I asked Fuji if he had one to e-mail to me so I can finish the boat. Haven't heard back. Do you have a gear case for it or is it as it is.

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[jackiewilson]

What to tell you ?—- been on MOONLIGHT LADY all day
Checking the gyro——- generator——- air con—— ballast tank—— priming hot and cold water etc, all systems go, including the loudest sound system on the planet.
Six inch stainless exhausts do seem to suggest we are going faster than we really are !
Tv and fridges aok, Bow thruster—-toilet and shower—— all functioning as they should—— surface drives were no problem GPS and STS radio all checked out—— Taking the boat down to the house Tomorrow—— has her own dock on the inter coastal.
That will be the last of the shakedown trials.
Vicky seems to be none the worse for her short nighttime swim—— she doesn’t recall any of it though!
So sad she doesn’t even remember me any more !
Tomorrow is my last day ——- I fly out of here Monday evening with “NORWEGIAN “
Crammed a great deal into the two weeks——- be glad to get back home to Jilly and Lizzie, Indiana and Murphy——- last but not least—— my beloved workshop. Place where I make all the nonsensical concepts.
I do have an all singing and dancing 3D printer to play with, should help me improve, and finish objects .
Raided the Gieco abrasives cupboard—- got most of the discs I need—— just need to hit Wilson Composites room full of belts and discs and it could turn out to be a very rewarding trip.

[jackiewilson]

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Well, there you go John——- who needs Fuji when we have Bob V ?
Thts the one the concept I made was supposed to be—— Mona Lou 111 with a single outdrive.
No gearcase——- their a lot of work and nobody appreciates them anyway!
Tell Odell I made it and you detailed it will you?

[jackiewilson]

Amazing———- still having great adventures—— even at my age.
Not a lot of eighty six year olds, get to ride the inter coastal in a fifty mile an hour fifty foot boat——- packed with all the latest marine advancements!
Do have a face That resembles a rhesus monkey’s arse, when on heat,——- that’s a bit of florida sun and wind over water burn methinks.
Did the lock on the inter coastal Ok—— then did a couple of runs past Cadillac’s place——- there he was to wave us through! Then he came by the house to help moor up the girl for the night, then of course he had to stay for dinner.
Hes calling to take me down his place crack-o-sparrer. To show me his forty foot “Concept in steel”—- should be interesting.

[powerabout]

Hi Jackie
What engines are in Marks boat?

[jackiewilson]

Hi Jackie
What engines are in Marks boat?
Think they’re 550 Cummings—— turbocharged Pilgrim!

[Ronster43]

well, here goes. the Critchfield that I drove was not the same one jeff drove his had the omc, mine had 1000bp. lets go back to the start of that story. I was drafted into the army in 1965, while working for bill Critchfield. I left in December. while serving in germany, I attended the 1967 paris 6 hour just before coming home. if my memory is still working, bill Sirois told me at that time, that was the first race for the bp. when I got home Critchfield built and gave me a 16 footer. I put in for one of them 1000bp engines. with the help of my boss, tommy hagood, billy steele, and odell lewis, I think I got the first one in the southeast. mercury had me bring my boat to the lake to pick up my engine and set it up as there was a race coming up in Jacksonville and omc had dominated region 5 the previous year. after making several test runs, they didn't think the speed was good enough. after much discussion, odell and mr k decided we would take the engine off the Critchfield and put it on a McCall neeldown boat that they had. the speed was better so they decided I would run it in jax. this was my first time in a tunnel. after the jax race, after winning 8 of the 10 heats in 5 classes, it was decided I would run the McCall at the next race in key west. when i stopped at the lake to pick up the boat, as i was leaving i just happened to look down the runway and who did i see? none other than jeff titus with omc powered Critchfield. now, you ask, what is he doing here? i figured it out sunday morning. while standing in the pits, here comes jeff titus with his Critchfield with a brand spanking new 1000bp setting on the transom. that is why there are test sheets with both merc and omc on the Critchfield. hope this wasn't too boring but i couldn't figure how to explain it any other way.

From what I remember Dad telling me about this event... Jack Leek told Jeff it was okay to go try the bp, just don't let "them" look at the GT115. They removed the OMC and left it hanging on a hoist, dad covered it with a blanket and asked them to leave it alone. When he returned from running the bp, he saw Carl and others had removed the blanket and were tinkering. Dad got angry, but the bp ran better so he wasn't too angry.
Jim - I think I recall that you told Jeff years later that you were there that day but stayed out of site. That sound right??

[GENE LANHAM]

From what I remember Dad telling me about this event... Jack Leek told Jeff it was okay to go try the bp, just don't let "them" look at the GT115. They removed the OMC and left it hanging on a hoist, dad covered it with a blanket and asked them to leave it alone. When he returned from running the bp, he saw Carl and others had removed the blanket and were tinkering. Dad got angry, but the bp ran better so he wasn't too angry.
Jim - I think I recall that you told Jeff years later that you were there that day but stayed out of site. That sound right??
I was at the Stadium

Jeff always ran out front

Jeff always ran Black Motors

A lot of things changed that day

Here is Jeff—50+ years later

Always great to see Jeff—-

[RogerH]

I was at the Stadium

Jeff always ran out front

Jeff always ran Black Motors

A lot of things changed that day

Here is Jeff—50+ years later

Always great to see Jeff—-

Great picture of Jeff helping at the 1st Florida Vintage Raceboat Club event this November at Tavares FL. Wanted to acknowledge the help the Club received from Jeff and Sally to make this first event for the new Club a great success. Sally was our Registrer for the event. It's always good to do the November Tavares V&H event joint with the great people with OFF.

[2us70]

Sally was always a great organizer.

[OLEGATOR]

From what I remember Dad telling me about this event... Jack Leek told Jeff it was okay to go try the bp, just don't let "them" look at the GT115. They removed the OMC and left it hanging on a hoist, dad covered it with a blanket and asked them to leave it alone. When he returned from running the bp, he saw Carl and others had removed the blanket and were tinkering. Dad got angry, but the bp ran better so he wasn't too angry.
Jim - I think I recall that you told Jeff years later that you were there that day but stayed out of site. That sound right??

no ron, i was not at the lake at anytime that jeff or the omc engine was on the lake x property other than the time i saw jeff at the end of the runway as i was headed to key west as stated in the other post.

[jackiewilson]

Was really pleased all you guys used the site while I was away——— that’s what it’s for—— OLD RACERS !
Let me tell you about my last weekend in Florida———- Boat was finally launched in Fort Pierce—— Cadillac finally showed up, so I gave him both barrels, Stevie Curtis and Gary Stray went on the shakedown. Boat turned out 500 lbs lighter than estimate——— speed was better than expected with small test wheels. Fuel consumption was far lower than estimated——— daresnt tell you in case I get arrested by the secret sh-t police !
Weather was perfect for the run down to Stuart where the boat is now docked.
Caddilac was there at the house to help us moor up———- he stayed for dinner ( which is not like him, he always has the itch to leave).
Told me he would buy me breakfast before I left Monday——- Turned out to be another of those memorable days that come out of the blue—— out of nothing.
He collected me from the house around eight and we headed down to “Cracker Barrel” where Gary and Lou were waiting for us.
After they left for Gieco—— Cadillac and me headed for his place on the inter coastal, He wanted my opinion on a work of art —— forty foot high and weighing in at umpteen tons!
He then launched a beautifully restored old tug boat ——- some eighty year olds pride and joy, asked if I’d like to go to the delivery destination ( which I’ve forgotten) , had to decline as I had a plane to catch that evening.
Then a tour of the estate—— everything from Apache, Bertram, Donzi, in various states of collapse, to Magnums—— Dutchmen—— Russian Volga foils, a paradise for any old fart.
Then we went shopping———honest to Murgatroyd—— Caddy is crazy as a loon when it comes to eating out and shopping. He knew personally every female in Bealls store !
Then we went to Ellie’s shack for a light lunch ( If you can call three Angus burgers a light lunch).he had all the waitresses ( and the female customers eating out of his hand)
If you ever want a fun day in your life——- I recommend a day with caddy Mac. You will remember it for the rest of your life.
Bade a fond farewell to Florida and my friends——- not before my son Mark had me upgraded to first class——- massive difference in comfort between cattle class and first !
Been home 24 hours with laryngitis.—— sore throat and a nasty cough——- can’t face the shop just yet.
Have three cashmeres on, but I’m still FECKIN cold !

[ron54]

Welcome back to blighty, Jay Dubbya....get well soon. need to see what you can do with that 3D printer.

[jackiewilson]

Welcome back to blighty, Jay Dubbya....get well soon. need to see what you can do with that 3D printer.

Havent got it yet, let you know when it’s here.
Took my fancy Canon camera—— have hundreds of piccies from lake x —— Tavares and Englewood,
slight problem——— can’t remember where I put the card reader for safe keeping.

[jackiewilson]

Managed to cough the night away——- it’s all beginning to loosen up——- can’t be arsed to do the car boot sale today—— that’ll give you some idea of how shi-tty I feel. Poked my head round the shop door, looks neat and tidy, ready for the three Dee . Backed out when the first icicle formed on the end of the proverbial snotter!
Off to get measured for my new hearing aid——- was laying prone on the first class easy chair—— just nodding off——- took out the deaf aid and stuffed it down my shirt front for safe keeping——-woke up busting for a tinkle—— forgot all about the device——- shirt must have pulled out of my belt because the damn thing went down the crap sucker at a rapid rate of knots. End of.
Sucking strepsils like a Hoover on a thick pile carpet——- haven’t kicked in yet, but it shouldn’t be long.
Been raining all the time with sixty miles an hour winds since my return——— seems a long time since florida!424439424440

Mark launches his new boat.

Oneof the wardens at lake x told Billy ne couldn’t go up the tower——- Seebold said “Thats Ok I’ve just been up to the top”. It does need a bit of maintenance on the inside.

[GENE LANHAM]

Managed to cough the night away——- it’s all beginning to loosen up——- can’t be arsed to do the car boot sale today—— that’ll give you some idea of how shi-tty I feel. Poked my head round the shop door, looks neat and tidy, ready for the three Dee . Backed out when the first icicle formed on the end of the proverbial snotter!
Off to get measured for my new hearing aid——- was laying prone on the first class easy chair—— just nodding off——- took out the deaf aid and stuffed it down my shirt front for safe keeping——-woke up busting for a tinkle—— forgot all about the device——- shirt must have pulled out of my belt because the damn thing went down the crap sucker at a rapid rate of knots. End of.
Sucking strepsils like a Hoover on a thick pile carpet——- haven’t kicked in yet, but it shouldn’t be long.
Been raining all the time with sixty miles an hour winds since my return——— seems a long time since florida!424439424440

Mark launches his new boat.

Oneof the wardens at lake x told Billy ne couldn’t go up the tower——- Seebold said “Thats Ok I’ve just been up to the top”. It does need a bit of maintenance on the inside.

Jackie, I must apologize for bringing that terrible VIRUS to Florida. I returned to Colorado and coughed day and night—endured several days of minus five degrees temps; at least 30” of snow; loaded the trusty Benz, drove to Tucson, and today am sitting next to the pool and enjoying 76 degrees temp and the cough has gone away—-

[jackiewilson]

Jackie, I must apologize for bringing that terrible VIRUS to Florida. I returned to Colorado and coughed day and night—endured several days of minus five degrees temps; at least 30” of snow; loaded the trusty Benz, drove to Tucson, and today am sitting next to the pool and enjoying 76 degrees temp and the cough has gone away—-

I don’t have a Benz Gene—— all I got, is a LEXUS F SPORT——- ain’t nowhere I could drive to anyway.
Whole of Europe is wetbound———-every pool closed and covered for the winter, no more sun predicted until next May
May do a “YOGI” and hibernate until June————- smarter than the average boo boo !

[jackiewilson]

Coughed and spluttered like a model T Ford all night long——- must have Been the cold that killed of your virus Gene——— mines alive and kicking and is a real pain in the arse.
Wasn’t in any fit shape to be let loose on the road yesterday——— not much better today either!
Was hoping to take a cursory glance in the workshop today, but the kitchen goddess has put a block on that!
Found the card reader, right where I left it——— plugged in , hoping to do a Lassie, or a Fujimo !
Must be five hundred piccies on the Canon——— slight problem——- damned iPhoto is full up——got one of the grandkids coming at the weekend——- he’ll sort it.
Watch out ——- I got a thousand piccies and “high hopes”.

[Bob V]

I don’t have a Benz Gene—— all I got, is a LEXUS F SPORT


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This will probably get me a life sentence on the naughty step, but I thought you might enjoy a little humor to help you get over Gene's dreaded "Red Bird" Virus... Hope you feel better soon...:thumbsup:

[ron54]

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This will probably get me a life sentence on the naughty step, but I thought you might enjoy a little humor to help you get over Gene's dreaded "Red Bird" Virus... Hope you feel better soon...:thumbsup:

Aw blimey, now ees gawn an done it... with christmas comin' up as well......................

Well "by by" then Bob... it's been good knowing you...please pop in if you are ever 'round this way...ooh you wont be able to:nonod:

[jackiewilson]

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This will probably get me a life sentence on the naughty step, but I thought you might enjoy a little humor to help you get over Gene's dreaded "Red Bird" Virus... Hope you feel better soon...:thumbsup:

Is that fat faced fecker really me ?----- must be the " steroids"!

[jackiewilson]

There's a "MOMENT OF TRUTH" coming next week in Abu Dhabi------ the CALDWELL finally gets to run.
After years of promises and hype ----- it's come out to play at last.
Well, I wish you all the best------ hope it comes out with a bang and not a damp squib------ win or lose, let's have a glimpse of what you've been promising for years !
Wasnt it something like 450 HP in fighting trim, 350hp in normal "modis operandum"

[jackiewilson]

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This will probably get me a life sentence on the naughty step, but I thought you might enjoy a little humor to help you get over Gene's dreaded "Red Bird" Virus... Hope you feel better soon...:thumbsup:

Is that fat faced fecker really me ?----- must be the " steroids"!

[Bob V]

There's a "MOMENT OF TRUTH" coming next week in Abu Dhabi------ the CALDWELL finally gets to run.
After years of promises and hype ----- it's come out to play at last.
Well, I wish you all the best------ hope it comes out with a bang and not a damp squib------ win or lose, let's have a glimpse of what you've been promising for years !
Wasnt it something like 450 HP in fighting trim, 350hp in normal "modis operandum"

Good to hear that you are still operating on a few cylinders. Have you been able to kick Gene's Red Bird Flu?

Surprising to hear that Caldwell is still around. I thought they had silently slipped into the deep abyss. It will be very interesting to see how they fare in Abu Dhabi with the big boys.

Have you been keeping up with 7 Marine's 627 engine? It is a supercharged 376 cu in V-8 mounted in an outboard configuration putting out 627 hp on pump gas. I have attached the web information below.

http://www.seven-marine.com/motors/seven-627sv/

[jackiewilson]

Good to hear that you are still operating on a few cylinders. Have you been able to kick Gene's Red Bird Flu?

Surprising to hear that Caldwell is still around. I thought they had silently slipped into the deep abyss. It will be very interesting to see how they fare in Abu Dhabi with the big boys.

Have you been keeping up with 7 Marine's 627 engine? It is a supercharged 376 cu in V-8 mounted in an outboard configuration putting out 627 hp on pump gas. I have attached the web information below.

http://www.seven-marine.com/motors/seven-627sv/

Have to be honest Bob———- saw a few boats with quad motors at key west——— usually with the hoods up ?
Theres V 8 outboards all over the hogmarket these days—— God only knows where it’ll all wind up before it’s no longer considered to be an “Outboard”.

[Bob V]

Have to be honest Bob———- saw a few boats with quad motors at key west——— usually with the hoods up ?
Theres V 8 outboards all over the hogmarket these days—— God only knows where it’ll all wind up before it’s no longer considered to be an “Outboard”.

I have no doubt that, based on what has happened over the last few years, we will see a V-10 sandwiched into an outboard that will be pushing 1000 hp. I am sure that engineers are already working on it. The down side is the weight. The 7 Marine 627 engine weighs 1094 pounds. I will take the old inline 6 anytime. They don't have near the power, but they ran all day on a song and a dance and required almost no maintenance.

[jackiewilson]

[QUOTE=Bob V;3095192]I have no doubt that, based on what has happened over the last few years, we will see a V-10 sandwiched into an outboard that will be pushing 1000 hp. I am sure that engineers are already working on it. The down side is the weight. The 7 Marine 627 engine weighs 1094 pounds. I will take the old inline 6 anytime. They don't have near the power, but they ran all day on a song and a dance and required almost no maintenance.[/QUOTE

V6 was the same, until they wound the spring too tight—— was rumoured the 2:5 was making well over 300 hp on the day———- I know that “USELESS” ? T4 in the hands of Bentz and Seebold, beat all sixteen of the 400 + hp Jonrudes——— and yes it was on a tight and twisty course, downhill, with a tailwind———— and they only had Molinari-Velden-Hering- Mostart— Thipadeaux -Salabert— Jenkins—- Spalding— Percival—- Woods—- Bullen —Briggs and Robertson———- to name just a few !
Trouble was———- they never had Seebold?

Isnt that 7marine motor a V8 Caddy——- shoeboxed on to a leg—— by a couple of ex Mercury guys?
But Jesus wept——— at 1100 lbs admitted—— wonder what the actual is ?
Wonder how it would compare in a power to weight situation———
There’s an awesome amount of four engined rigs out there these days ——- be interesting to see how
the 7 Marine—-627, fares against a full house of Mercury 400 R’s.
Im not a gambling man—— but I wouldn’t bet the farm on the heavyweight!
Five will get you ten Lasse will come in with both barrels blazing !

If its a V10 they’re working on——- it must be an “ILMOR “——— where are you when your most needed Hawkeye?

[powerabout]

There's a "MOMENT OF TRUTH" coming next week in Abu Dhabi------ the CALDWELL finally gets to run.
After years of promises and hype ----- it's come out to play at last.
Well, I wish you all the best------ hope it comes out with a bang and not a damp squib------ win or lose, let's have a glimpse of what you've been promising for years !
Wasnt it something like 450 HP in fighting trim, 350hp in normal "modis operandum"

I think if they can supply all the nla parts, just running same hp will be enough for f1
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The bigger engines are where we would like to see the bigger hp

[powerabout]

[QUOTE=Bob V;3095192]I have no doubt that, based on what has happened over the last few years, we will see a V-10 sandwiched into an outboard that will be pushing 1000 hp. I am sure that engineers are already working on it. The down side is the weight. The 7 Marine 627 engine weighs 1094 pounds. I will take the old inline 6 anytime. They don't have near the power, but they ran all day on a song and a dance and required almost no maintenance.[/QUOTE

V6 was the same, until they wound the spring too tight—— was rumoured the 2:5 was making well over 300 hp on the day———- I know that “USELESS” ? T4 in the hands of Bentz and Seebold, beat all sixteen of the 400 + hp Jonrudes——— and yes it was on a tight and twisty course, downhill, with a tailwind———— and they only had Molinari-Velden-Hering- Mostart— Thipadeaux -Salabert— Jenkins—- Spalding— Percival—- Woods—- Bullen —Briggs and Robertson———- to name just a few !
Trouble was———- they never had Seebold?

Isnt that 7marine motor a V8 Caddy——- shoeboxed on to a leg—— by a couple of ex Mercury guys?
But Jesus wept——— at 1100 lbs admitted—— wonder what the actual is ?
Wonder how it would compare in a power to weight situation———
There’s an awesome amount of four engined rigs out there these days ——- be interesting to see how
the 7 Marine—-627, fares against a full house of Mercury 400 R’s.
Im not a gambling man—— but I wouldn’t bet the farm on the heavyweight!
Five will get you ten Lasse will come in with both barrels blazing !

If its a V10 they’re working on——- it must be an “ILMOR “——— where are you when your most needed Hawkeye?

Who would ever have thought volvo make the highest hp outboard but is it and outboard without a vertical crank??

[jackiewilson]

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Who would ever have thought volvo make the highest hp outboard but is it and outboard without a vertical crank??
So, did Volvo buy out the 7 Marine Pilgrim?
Is that another “Automobile” Outboard? ——- think I once had one of those

According to UIM rules and regs———- must be removable from transom——- complete with its drive ?
EVEN IF IT DOES NEED A SIX TON CRANE ?!!!
I never came across a “Vertical crank” rule——- I’m quite sure, if there ever was one——- OMC would have dug it up long ago !

[jackiewilson]

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Was told on good authority, this is the world’s most expensive sailing boat——— also told, it breaks down a lot——- it’s forever in dry dock—— or in some boatyard being sorted! Owned by one of them Russian oligarchs!——— Think it was the one that nicked Kazakhstan?

[jackiewilson]

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Any afectionados out there interested in how FONDA was first created——- I brought a bunch of the five news magazines that were published at the start of the series.
Was all a bit hectic at lake X and Tavares———- never did hand them out, but for a couple going to Canada and A copy to Rich Luhrs !
Left em all with Mark in Stuart——- contact him if you’re interested!

[jackiewilson]

Buggered if “Amazon” didn’t only deliver my all singing and dancing brand fire new 3Dee Printer——— you can see why everyone buys “ ON LINE”.
There is no way The high street as we know it today can be saved——- but I tell you what—— the whizz kid that comes up with the answer will make Gates and Zuckerbuck look like peasants !

[jackiewilson]

I think if they can supply all the nla parts, just running same hp will be enough for f1
.No it won’t——- don’t underestimate F1—— if you can’t beat em——- then it’s not enough at any price——- let alone at three times the price
The bigger engines are where we would like to see the bigger hp

Well pilgrim —— I thought long and hard about what you’re trying to say——- have to tell you—— I have no FECKIN idea where you’re heading—— or even WHAT it is you’re trying to say !
Caldwell been shouting from the rooftops for four years that I know of——— May be longer—— promising untold horsepower 350–450 +well——-asking big bags of gold for good looking product, up to now, it’s been all show and no go——- red shoes, black stockings—— no knickers——— if you follow what I’m trying to say—— IMO—— its time to piss, or get off the pot ! I can see it’s a Caldwell block on a Mercury leg with a Mercury gear case——- please don’t really piss me off by putting a Mercury hood on it.
“ THE BIGGER ENGINES ARE WHERE WE WOULD LIKE TO SEE THE BIGGER HP ????
Er?? Isn’t 1100 lbs and 627 hp quite big ? I’d call that FECKIN HUMONGOUS! Wouldn’t you Pilgrim?
Never saw a “Seagull” pulling more than five hp (or expected it).
Believe they call it “HORSES FOR COURSES”—————

[AZMIDLYF]

Jackie, Caldwell has larger liter versions of their blocks.

[jackiewilson]

Jackie, Caldwell has larger liter versions of their blocks.

I remember a few years back at one of the boat shows——- they had a big block——— said they could get 450+hp from it ?
Thats no good at all for the ww/F1 series !
Well——- Abu Dhabi begins on the 6 th December——- they said it’s running——- I will be watching, along with a few stalwarts hoping it’s not all smoke and ————.?.?.

[jackiewilson]

Finally happened——— been hacked ! ——— Indian lady who could just about mumble a few words of English, told me not to use my iPad as it was “infiltrated” ———— asked her if she knew what INFILTRATED meant———- told me “ Here In Delhi, words do not always mean the same!!!!”

[Bob V]

I remember a few years back at one of the boat shows——- they had a big block——— said they could get 450+hp from it ?
Thats no good at all for the ww/F1 series !
Well——- Abu Dhabi begins on the 6 th December——- they said it’s running——- I will be watching, along with a few stalwarts hoping it’s not all smoke and ————.?.?.


Here it is in black and white. Caldwell Racing Technology racing in Abu Dhabi . Click on the link below....

https://www.powerboatracingworld.com...e-f1h2o-debut/ (https://www.powerboatracingworld.com/crt-2-5-billet-engine-to-make-uae-f1h2o-debut/)

[Bob V]

Looking at the Caldwell pricing below, I assume that the kits do not include the crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, seals, bearings, fuel system and ignition. Do you think that a complete power head would be in the $55K area? Then you still have to mount it on a Mercury mid with a lower unit and a cowl. Perhaps about $70K for a complete running engine? So now you have to decide if you want to shell out $70K for a Caldwell, $79K for a 7 Marine 557 or $90K for a 7 Marine 627...:eek:

SR Block kit
Block, crankcase, heads, divider plate, water cover kit, gasket set, brackets, and bolt kit.

$19,300.00

CR Block kit
Block, crankcase, heads, divider plate, water cover kit, gasket set, brackets, SVS intake, reed cages, reeds, plates and bolt kit.

$30,995.00

[jackiewilson]

Looking at the Caldwell pricing below, I assume that the kits do not include the crankshaft, connecting rods, pistons, seals, bearings, fuel system and ignition. Do you think that a complete power head would be in the $55K area? Then you still have to mount it on a Mercury mid with a lower unit and a cowl. Perhaps about $70K for a complete running engine? So now you have to decide if you want to shell out $70K for a Caldwell, $79K for a 7 Marine 557 or $90K for a 7 Marine 627...:eek:

SR Block kit
Block, crankcase, heads, divider plate, water cover kit, gasket set, brackets, and bolt kit.

$19,300.00

CR Block kit
Block, crankcase, heads, divider plate, water cover kit, gasket set, brackets, SVS intake, reed cages, reeds, plates and bolt kit.

$30,995.00

And to think I bitched and moaned at having to pay over$1500 for a spare motor!.

Those aren’t prices——— they are tram ticket numbers——— ????

So, we got a Caldwell/ Mercury on a Ba Ba——- But Thats all we know——jockey ?.. A N Other ?.. don’t you just love all this secret sh-t——— just hope the damn thing don’t fly to bits———- ?.?.
Every which way but loose——— it’s what one would call a FECKIN expensive exercise!

[jackiewilson]

It don’t take a SHERLOCK HOLMES to see it’s painted in Abu Dhabi team colours—— maybe Guido might give it a last fling——- it would have to be something special in the time trials——— Stark and Torrente want reliability above all, so neither of them will risk a powerhead swop this late on in the season!
So, it boils down to a fairly quick person who can be blamed for “ inexperience” if it don’t come up to muster———- tricky——- a blow over—— more acceptable than a rod through the side—— if it don’t look like a podium finish, sink it, ——— “Better to have loved than” ————- you get the idea—— It’s not easy being blue and there’s no place to hide anymore——- cards have been dealt——- you just have to play the hand, best you can !
Would love to see you wipe the floor with “em Caldwell ——- But, you playing with the big boys now——- it only happens in dreams and comics, fantasies and wistful thinking——- I speak from experience.
Anyway, in the unlikely event of an upset, you will find an army of beaurocrats, queuing up, all waving the UIM rule book, screaming unfair——— each holding a €100 note !
Should that be the outcome——- it won’t matter a flying fart—— you will have proved a point, but more important——- you will have arrived !

[AZMIDLYF]

I think the thought is that you can swap internals from your powerhead over into the Caldwell set up.

Maybe Jay Price will be the Caldwell hired gun. He has been doing all of their in-house demo work in a BaBa.

[jackiewilson]

I think the thought is that you can swap internals from your powerhead over into the Caldwell set up.

Maybe Jay Price will be the Caldwell hired gun. He has been doing all of their in-house demo work in a BaBa.
You know what crisis—— you could be right—— Caldwell bought a pair of Ba Bas—— Why ? They don’t cost any less than a well proven DAC . ????
The only shake down runs I’ve ever seen of the Caldwell was half a dozen turns around a duck pond on a 20 second course———not exactly earth shattering——- that was a couple of years ago———- I wasn’t impressed then and I still haven’t seen anything to change my mind.
Im not in the least biased——— opinionated——- maybe a tad ?
If I’m to be honest on my feelings about Caldwell———- I feel like I’ve been shafted ! Promised so much—— beautiful piece of kit——- projected figures—— through the roof. I allowed myself to get excited——- hopeful, expectant———- then I was left hanging——— like a fish that was hooked, but never landed——— for two long years or more.
No, I have no intention of investing In said motor ——- But If it gets on the podium in Abu Dhabi I’ll get my grandson Craig to build you your very own carbon hood.

[jackiewilson]

Another uncomfortable and miserable night——— eighth in a row.
Gotta tell you Gene—— That California Red Bird flu you dished out at Lake X, was powerful stuff.
Gunge in my lungs turned from yellow to green—— then to blue ——- then rainbowtic——— head feels like Shaun the Sheep in a sweat box.
Tried a bit of Central isolation——— that had zero effect——- no doubt about it— I have felt better in my life !
Unpacked the three Dee printer——- most insignificant device imaginable, considering its capabilities.
Ill give it a run through using its own card———- then I want to try props, gearcases, and outdrives!
Once we’re cooking with gas I’ll you know what’s on the menu.

[jackiewilson]

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Christmas in Walberton West Sussex———- neighbours all hanging out,their Christmas lights——— think they’re.sll trying to tell me something!
C’mon Bob —- clean it up a bit for me will you——— Tried to shoot it through glass—— mistake !

[Bob V]

Merry Christmas from Jackie's Neighbors...:thumbsup:

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[GENE LANHAM]

Another uncomfortable and miserable night——— eighth in a row.
Gotta tell you Gene—— That California Red Bird flu you dished out at Lake X, was powerful stuff.
Gunge in my lungs turned from yellow to green—— then to blue ——- then rainbowtic——— head feels like Shaun the Sheep in a sweat box.
Tried a bit of Central isolation——— that had zero effect——- no doubt about it— I have felt better in my life !
.

Jackie--the 'California Colorado REDBIRD Flu' has been identified.

Four days before I climbed into an 'aluminum tube' for Orlando---Karin (She who must be-----) returned from a two week trip to Europe. She quickly spread the germs to all her friends and family.

I have renamed it the Horrible Hanover/Glasgow Flu.

Of course, Karin, being of the 'MASTER RACE', recovered in three days---leaving the rest of us to cough, hack, snot and fart for over a month---

[jackiewilson]

Jackie--the 'California Colorado REDBIRD Flu' has been identified.

Four days before I climbed into an 'aluminum tube' for Orlando---Karin (She who must be-----) returned from a two week trip to Europe. She quickly spread the germs to all her friends and family.

I have renamed it the Horrible Hanover/Glasgow Flu.

Of course, Karin, being of the 'MASTER RACE', recovered in three days---leaving the rest of us to cough, hack, snot and fart for over a month---

Thats good to know Gene——— The Duchess dragged me to the surgery today——— threatened them with. Torture Rape and pillage if they didn’t come up with an instant cure for this miserable curse of an ailment.
Its three weeks since lake X ——— I think I can live with it for another week——- doctor could do nothing for me, but I knew that before I went there.
Going through three snot rags and two boxes of man sized Kleenex each and every day——- still feel like sh-t, but my snotter’s clean !
First time IN thirty years I’ve been relegated to the spare bedroom ! It’s lonely at the bottom.
Never made the shop again today———- tomorrow doesn’t look much better either.
Only three weeks until the shortest day——— and then. It’s a downhill run !
Illnever ridicule “NORMAL” again !

[jackiewilson]

Got me an idea Gene——— we might be able to get something out of the ashes of the “ORRIBLE ANOVER” flu bug !
Just have to find a way of EXTRACTING!
You know anyone in marketing and packaging ?
If your anything like me Gene , you will have mountains of used Kleenex and a bucket full of linen and cotton handkerchiefs !
We could revolutionise the adhesive industry———-SNOOKER GLUE”———- and “SNOTTFIX”——-There Must be a couple of unemployed ex Mercury publicity boys—— seeking a new career in an environmentally friendly SNOOKER SNOTTY FIX CAMPAIGN?
You May gather from the ramblings I had another great “coughing the night” away experiences.
Over a week since I poked my head through the workshop door———- if I don’t get back in there afore long———- there’s everychance ill have forgotten HOW”————- next time I look in There it will probably be a potting shed.!
Warm, wet and windy just about sums up the weather——— free practice in Abu Dhabi about now!———-
See the Tory MP’s have stabbed the Prime Minister in the back and hung her out to dry ——— what a bunch of worthless wankers ,
Trumps about to throw his dollies outa the pram and start a trade war with China———— just watch the $ drop——— he’ll ubdo all the great things he’s done these last two years !
My sainted mother used to say “ Never get involved in another countries politics——- unless you want your balls shot off”. ——- she was a wise od biddy!

[jackiewilson]

Ah well, there’s no fool like an old fool ———- turns out the Coldwell debut in Abu Dhabi is the 13th —16th December ! Sorry ‘bout that.
Put it down to the “Hanover” Flu.

[GENE LANHAM]

Got me an idea Gene——— we might be able to get something out of the ashes of the “ORRIBLE ANOVER” flu bug !
Just have to find a way of EXTRACTING!
You know anyone in marketing and packaging ?
If your anything like me Gene , you will have mountains of used Kleenex and a bucket full of linen and cotton handkerchiefs !
We could revolutionise the adhesive industry———-SNOOKER GLUE”———- and “SNOTTFIX”——-There Must be a couple of unemployed ex Mercury publicity boys—— seeking a new career in an environmentally friendly SNOOKER SNOTTY FIX CAMPAIGN?


A great idea, Jackie!! And I have just the person to market and retail our product!!

Guess who?? Karin!

https://www.karinsofbeavercreek.com/

Any one that can sell a custom 'tissue box' for over $180.00 can market anything!

I credit my recovery to the fact that my KLEENEX are disbursed from one of these tissue boxes

I have just the unemployed ex Mercury Engineer in mind to partner with---Bernie

Snotfix?---I love it!!

[jackiewilson]

Don’t buy a house in “ HONFLEUR “ on the strength of SNOTFIX——— you need to talk to Bernie first.

Damned if you might not be bang on with Karin————- there is a collection of all the totally useless stuff I never wanted for Christmas in the first place !
KARIN OF BEAVER CREEK ???——Gene, I tell you——— you couldn’t make this stuff up——— to think—— there’s actually a whole Creek full of them !!!!!
I shall prepare to my bed with a smile on my face tonight, ( will still be coughing my ring up)
I have it on good authority from across the pond——— the coughing and spluttering and hoiking should be over by Sunday.

[jackiewilson]

Was going to tell you about the new boat Mark and Craig are in the process of constructing—— 44’ Twin hull .
Will be under the ICONICS “DONZI” label.

Ive known about it for a while now, but was threatened with a slow and painful death should I ever even think about putting a picture out on the “ Tricks” site.
Reason I say WAS——- Lassie did a number on it on his EVINRUDE FACTS AND FIGURES OF OMC 1970 race engines ?????
Article is taken from a trade magazine and reprinted on the RUDE site, so you might as well just click on to Lassies site——— saves me putting it our thread.
Heres a piccie of the deck——- just after it was “pulled”. !424945424946424947424948

Last picture is specially for Mike Butler——- Brand fire new——— take notice Mike, I’ll remind you in February——— when it’s on it’s way to the Miami show.
Last item of interest————eight men can carry the whole deck——- no flexing !

[Bob V]

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[AZMIDLYF]

Icing looks great Jackie...waiting to see what the cake looks like.

[jackiewilson]

Icing looks great Jackie...waiting to see what the cake looks like.

One step at a time Crisis——- That was taken just about a month ago, Craig threatened to Chuck the Lieca in the bin if I put anything on the Tricks site——— still haven’t been told officially I can publish.
I saw it first on Lassies Rude thread—— taken from a trade journal!
What the hell its got to do with Facts on OMC from the 70/s does baffle me a bit I must confess———- but then again——- so does six piccies of VOLARE , when one would have done nicely!
Still——- no such thing as bad publicity I suppose.

Maybe you can tell me my boy——— I have a few hundred pictures taken at lake x and Tavares——- tried to download them onto my iPad which suddenly had a dickey fit——— telling me there’s no room left———- yes ido have iCloud——- trick is to put the piccies where I can get at em——- any Ideas ?

[jackiewilson]

Lassie you dumb asse ——— if I ever get mad at you—— then as sure as God makes little green apples——- you’ll know about it——— and remember it, the rest of your life !!!
Up to now—— you haven’t upset me in any shape or form.
I don’t always agree with the stuff you come out with ie; why only post one piccie of a boat—— engine —- or event, when I can print six of the same thing, again, and again, and again, and again——— (as long as it’s a “Rude”) ???
Your a free agent and not bound by the official secret sh-t act that I am——— otherwise I get a good thumping at best——— hung drawn and quartered at worst !
In truth—— I had no idea iconic were going to announce the new DONZI cat yet——— and I was over there last week.
Hull and deck had not been stitched together when I left——— hasn’t been painted yet——— but Ben is one of the best, so I don’t doubt the finished article will be one Something to remember!
I have a bet on with Craig——— he reckons he’ll have it running over 120 before Christmas——- I don’t reckon it’ll go through the traps before January 8/10th 2019.
You still trying to get Volvo to buy the remains of EVINRUDE Lassie ?
Have to tell you in all honesty———- the big “Rude” is the best looking of all the big ugly dump truck outboards !!!!
But the Japs are as ugly as a stack of assholes on a mud fence!

[jackiewilson]

Seventy eight years ago today, the raid on pearl harbour took place.
It was probably the event that defined history over the next century or so.
Just take a look back to how the world was then——- and how it is today —— ?
Its hard to believe we won the war——-

Be back in a while—— need to take a shower —— been spending more time in bed than out !
Unfortunately —— that means I have time on my hands——- time to reminisce—- time to bitch and moan—— make a nuisance of myself in general.

[jackiewilson]

Sorry I didn’t get back to you, best laid plans of mice and men—— all that sort of stuff !
Its very true you know—— folk over eighty divide their time into three phases, before-during and after the war !
Even though the Second World War ended over seventy years ago, I can still remember most things that affected my family and me.
From the minute I wake up ? For instance——- Jap TV in the living room—-Jap Canon camera on the table—-Jap I pad I switch on first—— Jap I phone I have in my pocket—Jap watch on my wrist.
I admire the Kawasaki of the kid next door as I climb into my Jap Lexus!
Not even ten minutes into the day——- most everything around me is Far Eastern——— how did that happen ?
This country of mine just about bankrupted itself fighting other people’s war——- how the hell did that happen?
Dont doubt for a minute my dad ever wanted to go to war——- but he did—— left a wife and two small kids ——— joined the RAF and made 36 ops over Germany——- lived to tell the tale!
75 years on the very people who we fought against——- those we fought for—— are united against us, simply because we voted to get our sovereignty back——-how did that happen.?
Never had any time For politics or politicians—— all the villains and corrupt organisations in the world hide under its banner——— stealing the wages of workers under the Tax label.
Talk about a modern “TROJAN HORSE”—— on reflection—— this did not happen overnight——-

Ah well—- I kinda got off the beaten track there for a while——- I was leading up to the fact that from being king of the jungle in the Outboard field———- USA is no longer——— the technology in ALL Motors is the same, be it American or Jap.
Just how did that happen———— I can tell you, if you were a citizen of Tokyo or Singapore or Shanghai and you wanted a yank motor———- there was a 200% import duty on it.
Fair trading ???——— Give Trumpers a free hand and he’ll get you a FAIR deal.
Thats enough for tonight——- but if you want to comment, please do, I’ll always exchange dialogue with you!

[jackiewilson]

I finally fell asleep with my face in my laptop sometime in the early hours———- never hit the “Post quick reply” ——- had my first good nights sleep in ten days. Funny how these damn viruses hit you?
Really could do with getting into the shop today——— I have a brand fire new 3D printer to set up.
I have a head full of ideas, but first have to make Scotty B. An Aeromarine 111—— will try and get it done before Christmas.
Have no idea where I’m heading with the 3D—-hoping it can do propellers and gearcases—— I spend far too much time on them!
Also have a head full of ideas ——- getting a few ambitious projects——- whether they will ever come to fruition or not is anyone’s guess !
Today the kitchen goddess is doing a Christmas dinner for her side of the family——— Turkey would feed the whole street——- but I daren’t mention that!
Plum pudding to follow——- cheese and Port——- fruit and nuts—— just the regular Christmas blow out !

[jackiewilson]

Well—— the Christmas dinner was a roaring success——— first class everything—— the turkey—- the stuffing—- cranberry sauce ——bread sauce— roast potatoes- carrots— parsnips— peppers—onions—sprouts. Nobody does it better !, only the English know how to do a traditional turkey Christmas dinner, and I’m fortunate enough to be married to the best chef I ever met.
Little Lizzie was told to stay from me as I had a bad cold———- she was having none of it, played with me the whole afternoon——— does it get any better than this?
Have the day to myself tomorrow—— maybe I’ll make the shop, with a bit of luck !

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Look out Lynne——- hide the check book———- Billy’s looking at spending some serious Gelt on this new tangled TELEMETRY. Can even tell you when the throttleman needs to take a leak! Showing him how to read the print out is my Grandson —“- Ratbag “ ——- you all know him as Gary Stray——- head honcho at Gieco!
Just done a great deal with him——- Swopped the thirty cylinder Radial for a 3D printer—- plus a very neat midget compressor and gun——— and enough abrasive discs to last me a year !!
Its good to know I’ve still got it——- nothing like dealing or trading as some would call it—-I love it!

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Was given a turkey and stuffing sandwich on malted whole meal for Sunday lunch—— managed two bites before I was throwing up ! Had enough turkey bird for this Christmas already and there’s still sixteen days to go.425175

this ones for you Gene——. ILMOR. Just got some award or other for developing this motor—— apparently it was used in a 182 Piper before they got hold of it —— it’s reckoned to be super efficient— Tavares and back on a tankful——- slight problem—— will probably cost a shilling or two more than thelump you have now——— but hey! What the hell, it’s only money——- Merry Christmas to you and Doug and the rest of the family——— Got some great pictures from Lake X ——- just Ned to find a way to download the blasted things.

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Jackie, have you tried sending the pics currently on your Ipad to your cloud, clear them off the Ipad after you see that they are in the cloud, and then try downloading your camera into your Ipad. I am by no means a computer savvy older generation, but this might do the trick.

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Thanks crisis—- my Grandson Simon is a real computer geek —— took him a couple of hours to sort it, but he got there in the end. Although he tells me seven thousand piccies on a 32 gig iPad Pro is taking the piss a little———- says I have to go through the lot and throw out 50%.
We then sat down and installed all the software into the Three D printer——— two hours and eight minutes later it produced its first offering ———- A perfectly formed two inch pussycat ????
FROM LITTLE ACORNS AND ALL THAT JAZZ !!!
Am currently searching for five and six blade race props——— then I have to learn how to size them—— then maybe number six and seven drives ——— a speed master——- maybe even an OMC gear case ————————????????.