If your going to Jasper

[gfinch]

Maybe you'll see this 3.4 OMC from the Bat Cave in Arizona. Wish I was going.

[Schramer]

Jeeeezus!!!!!

[Capt.Insane-o]

Dave doesn't f*** around there.

[bullet20vee]

That's a wicked looking piece right there. What kind of power will it make?

[Ted Stryker]

140lbs thrust on 36v

[JPEROG]

I heard through the grapevine that hs has nothing but Jasper on his mind for the past month. Everyone knows what he is capable of and its sure to be a badboy.

Joe

[CUDA]

What boat is it going on.

[speedinstream]

What boat is it going on.
Erik Kiser q ship

[gfinch]

That's right!
Erik Kiser q ship

[Merc 2.5]

I'm no omc guy. But I believe that's best looking modded omc I've ever seen! Very nice!

[Merc 2.5]

It kinda resembles the look of a new Caldwell. In a way. Lets see some hp #s

[gfinch]

"I heard through the grapevine that has nothing but Jasper on his mind for the past month. Everyone knows what he is capable of and its sure to be a badboy. Joe "

A month... would be an understatement. More like a life time. The boy has been possessed since he started riding his Honda in his dads driveway in the late 60s... He blames me for him being a "Motor Head". LOL
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This is 1976ish.

[Speed Jr.]

it kinda resembles the look of a new caldwell. In a way. Lets see some hp #s


WTF? Sounds like this is coming to race without excuses....So really there is nothing in common.

[mach351]

It kinda resembles the look of a new Caldwell. In a way. Lets see some hp #s
Lmao......except this is a real motor on a real boat going to a real race

[H2OPERF]

I'm sure that things proven to be killer with gobs of dyno time to back it up or we wouldn't be seeing it..NICE work Dave...

[Capt.Insane-o]

Lets see some hp #s

More than everyone else.

[mach351]

It’s pretty much well known the Dave has no problem making 100hp per hole, so.....

[patchesII]

That looks fun

[CUDA]

Yeehaw!

[erico]

Now that's some real nice looking jewelry!

[patchesII]

The boat
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[Chaz]

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This is 1976ish.

I would say that's about right. I had a 1974 400 radial Maico, same Hallman leathers, Full Bore boots, Jofa mouth guard, visor / goggles that everyone wore during that era .. :thumbsup: Prob gotz the same "Ti" screws in my back and neck too .. :smiletest:

[CUDA]

The boat
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So your going to have one week to set up the most powerful motor that has ever been on a 1/4 Master:eek:

Best of luck Erik you the man, if ya can't beat them Join them,;)

you know if you win you HAVE to get a JohnRude tattoo. :cheers:

[gfinch]

Should be in your neck of the woods now. Shreveport,La. Just keep an ear out...
140lbs thrust on 36v

[Capt.Insane-o]

Gas or booze?

[speedinstream]

Gas or booze?
It’s a alcoholic!!

[patchesII]

Gas or booze?

Methanol only for me since 2012

[patchesII]

So your going to have one week to set up the most powerful motor that has ever been on a 1/4 Master:eek:

Best of luck Erik you the man, if ya can't beat them Join them,;)

you know if you win you HAVE to get a JohnRude tattoo. :cheers:

I wouldn’t say I couldn’t beat them, just wanted to try something different for Jasper. I’m planning on putting the 2.5 back on next year

[AZMIDLYF]

Mr. Kiser, did your Merc have nitrous on it?

[H2OPERF]

Is it going on your merc mid/setup or are u changing everything.

[patchesII]

No nitrous. The Pro Drag class I’ve raced since 2010 allows any fuel, any engine, no minimum weight. Nitrous is the only thing not allowed.

We’re changing the can out to a Taylor 12”. My Geigertech clamp assembly will still be used with a new swivel that accommodates the Taylor can

[AZMIDLYF]

Was Merc a 2.5 or larger?

[patchesII]

Standard bore/stroke 2.5. I have a Drag engine and a 280, both modified. If you’re on FB you could go to Dave Bush’s page. He posted a couple times about the 2.5

[CUDA]

At Jasper last year he had some runs that were the fastest a 2.5 Merc has ever run, beating the almighty V8, Monty told me later the 8 was falling off, so this is going to be SPECIAL, the V8 always has the top end pull but Erik with Dave's help had that Q ship flying on top end.

[patchesII]

We had some minor issues on Saturday in Jasper. Got the bugs worked out Sunday.

I raced Tyler’s methanol V8 in June at the Farmerville race. Got by him both days.

[Capt.Insane-o]

Still 800 feet?

[patchesII]

Yes

[AZMIDLYF]

PatchesII...very sorry to find out the news but glad you are well. Plenty more races ahead. :cheers:

[CUDA]

OH NO what happen.

[Ally101]

Steering

[mach351]

Glad you’re ok Erik

[patchesII]

Boat handled great and it was shaping up to be everything we thought it would be. Unfortunately when we were adjusting the steering I didn't get the deadhead clamp tight enough. Steering cable pulled loose causing the boat to do a 360 spin then dug in and barrel rolled twice. Boat was accelerating hard somewhere around 100. I came away with a broken collarbone and some minor cuts. Boat is a total loss

[HydroSkreamin]

Sorry to hear this happened, glad you are able to post.

You guys work so hard to prepare for this race, this is definitely a tough situation, as you guys were on pace for some great racing.

Good of luck on your healing, sorry for your boat loss.

[Merc 2.5]

Boat handled great and it was shaping up to be everything we thought it would be. Unfortunately when we were adjusting the steering I didn't get the deadhead clamp tight enough. Steering cable pulled loose causing the boat to do a 360 spin then dug in and barrel rolled twice. Boat was accelerating hard somewhere around 100. I came away with a broken collarbone and some minor cuts. Boat is a total loss

The boat can b replaced, hope you have a full and speedy recovery !! Get well soon!

[specboatops]

Very happy you're ok sir, but can imagine how you must feel putting your time, money, sweat and tears into you passion to have this happen, keep your chin up as you live to race another day.

[CUDA]

Someone should start a go fund me, Erik is one of the nicest guys you'll ever meet.

Except ya had to go spoil my Jasper experience this year.:D;)

[Ace]

Boat handled great and it was shaping up to be everything we thought it would be. Unfortunately when we were adjusting the steering I didn't get the deadhead clamp tight enough. Steering cable pulled loose causing the boat to do a 360 spin then dug in and barrel rolled twice. Boat was accelerating hard somewhere around 100. I came away with a broken collarbone and some minor cuts. Boat is a total loss

Speedy recovery Eric, glad your ok, hope you make a comeback, sorry for you loss.

[Instigator]

Steering cable pulled loose causing the boat to do a 360 spin then dug in and barrel rolled twice. Boat was accelerating hard somewhere around 100. I came away with a broken collarbone and some minor cuts. Boat is a total loss

Wow!
Hate reading this Erik.
Thank God your OK. Well, kinda.

Sorry about the boat.
Boats and motors can be replaced.

[Hot Shot Merc]

Damn Erik sorry to hear this. Hope you get well soon.

[CUDA]

I remember Randy McCormick's 1/4 Master accident (an Allison hooked in front of him)

They just had a rule change allowing drivers to wear shorts, He had shorts on and got some serious cuts on his legs from the fiberglass, He said afterward he was sorry he was

wearing them. Erik, you're a computer wizard start a go fund me, I'll give ya a 100.

[Instigator]

Erik, you're a computer wizard start a go fund me, I'll give ya a 100.

I'm in.

[BUZZIN' DOZEN]

Glad this was just a "hiccup" to your well being!, as we all know, things at that speed usually don't end up with a happy ending!
Here's to a speedy recovery! :cheers: :thumbsup:

[gfinch]

Thank you Eric for posting.

[Kevin_From_NJ]

The Eric Kiser/Dave Bush team has been more than amazing to watch the last couple years. Eric I am happy to hear you are OK and not beat up too bad. I am sure the next rocket you put together will be even more amazing. Hope you heal up soon and get back on the water.


Kevin Kearney.

[rude tim]

Boat handled great and it was shaping up to be everything we thought it would be. Unfortunately when we were adjusting the steering I didn't get the deadhead clamp tight enough. Steering cable pulled loose causing the boat to do a 360 spin then dug in and barrel rolled twice. Boat was accelerating hard somewhere around 100. I came away with a broken collarbone and some minor cuts. Boat is a total loss

Glad you only came away with a speed bump on the shoulder, could have been much worse!

[patchesII]

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[H2OPERF]

Sorry,, Really Glad to hear you are ok, scary just to look at it. I stuffed a procomp and tore it up and feel ur pain knowing how much work you guys have in it.. Dave.