I really like STV's

[KACHINA KEN]

They are really bitchen lil fukkers aren't they. I was just checkin em out.

[Tom Brown]

STV builds a fabulous boat. :)

[HCS]

What?

[Forkin' Crazy]

Actually they are made by Triad but earlier ones are designed by Summerford. Summerford Tunnel Vee.... STV! :D
I really like the Quarter Shots too!

[Forkin' Crazy]

http://www.triad-boats.com/

[Tom Brown]

I have to respect a boat that you can bolt a stock Merc 280 to and do 110 mph. :cool:

[KACHINA KEN]

yeah you do, or it'll kill you :jawdrop:

[Wakker]

I love mine...

[Wakker]

KK, You should buy one...

[Tom Brown]

KK, You should buy one...
I should buy one. I've got a 260 that's looking for a hull.

[FRENCHIE]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1616cows-med.jpg
OOPS WRONG THREAD!!!?? :eek:

[Wakker]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/520/1616cows-med.jpg
OOPS WRONG THREAD!!!?? :eek: Which one is you Frenchie? Top or bottom?

[SHAKE-YO-AZZ]

Frenchie can I be on the bottom?
WTF is going on here

[FRENCHIE]

WTF is going on here
dont worry i think the kid left!!! Isnt there an 8 pm. curfew for minors!!!!???
:idea:

[GHTRIM]

WTF is going on here
I think he is on the wrong thread too. :confused: :notam: :D

[Mandelon]

I had an STV once time back in college. I went to health services and they gave me some pills.....couple days I was good to go. :D

[GHTRIM]

I had an STV once time back in college. I went to health services and they gave me some pills.....couple days I was good to go. :D
Yea mine was taken care of with a shot. All better now.... :cool:

[Jordy]

i think STVKEITH said 115 out of his,thats fast :D
Keith's boat is insane. I haven't been for a ride since the latest and greatest build, but a couple years ago that thing was scary fast and it was only running in the 100mph range. I compare it to my banshee, only on water with the acceleration that throws you back. :D

[BOBALOO]

This is STV Keith's boat at RWYB a few weeks ago.
http://www.hotboatpics.com/pics/data/500/4418stv_1-med.jpg

[STV_Keith]

Thanks guys. Bobby, thanks for the pic - and no, it doesn't run on propane! :)
Actually, 105 is it's best so far. Not nearly what it should run, but I recently weighed it and found it out it's way heavy. 1800# with me and about 20 gals of fuel. Wakker's boat, for instance, weighs in around 1200# with him.
Still a fun ride for me.

[Wakker]

I sense some insecurity in here. Its ok, don't feel bad that some of you are grown men without the balls to ride in a real boat.

[KACHINA KEN]

What catagory do you fall into for insurance purposes?

[Wakker]

I fall into the "hahahahaha" category...

[moneypit]

I fall into the "hahahahaha" category...
lol
.

[Jordy]

I fall into the "hahahahaha" category...
Where does that compare to the "Hahahahahaha, oh, you need to talk to Mr. Click" category? :idea: :D

[Wakker]

Where does that compare to the "Hahahahahaha, oh, you need to talk to Mr. Click" category? :idea: :D I don't know. I hung up after "Hahahahahaha"

[XtrmWakeborder]

Hey wakker any other pics of the boat it looks sweet. It's the side by side 2 seater right?

[STV_Keith]

My dad currently has mine listed on his policy as another boat. He insures 2 already, so mine only added $350/yr to it. It's just considered a runabout with 260hp. ;)

[Wakker]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2518mini-RR01.bmp
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2518mini-RR02.bmp
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2518mini-RR4.JPG

[msc5195]

You can go over to www.screamandfly.com and get some good info on STV's. There was a STV from the Agusta Georgia area that just ran 143mph on the suwannee river in Florida last month. Yea they will get you killed if not treated with due respect. There are several copies out there floating around but as far as quality you will have a hard time finding any better than Triad. Lightning Power Boats out of florida builds a splashed STV.

[beer hunter]

Maybe a dumb question but how does a 19' or maybe 21' Daytona compare, given equal power, with the STV from a performance standpoint? :cool:

[Wicky]

I should buy one. I've got a 260 that's looking for a hull.
I've got a hull that's looking for a 260!!

[Dave C]

Don't those things make "turns" unlike a Daytona... or am I thinking of another boat?
Those things look fun anyway.

[jackpunx]

I sense some insecurity in here. Its ok, don't feel bad that some of you are grown men without the balls to ride in a real boat.
LMAO

[jackpunx]

I sense some insecurity in here. Its ok, don't feel bad that some of you are grown men without the balls to ride in a real boat.
LMAO
Im telling Dad that your picking on the grown men again..lol

[Wakker]

I was wrong to pick on Frenchie and SYA... They aren't grown men :D

[FRENCHIE]

I was wrong to pick on Frenchie and SYA... They aren't grown men :D
WE ARE NOT EVEN HUMAN!!!!
:hammerhea :wink: :p

[fourspeednup]

Don't those things make "turns" unlike a Daytona... or am I thinking of another boat?
Those things look fun anyway.
From what I've been told they will hook up in a turn not unlike a F1 boat BUT the potato chip hull won't handle the stress and would probably break in half. :jawdrop:
It's pretty much a 1/4 mile drag racer, esp the light layup ones but that's just my $.02 I don't own one, but been thinking about it and doing a little research. Everyone who thinks they're a badass needs a 100+ ride in one of these, it'll pucker your asshole ;)

[Kilrtoy]

Which one is you Frenchie? Top or bottom?
That is how they looked in STEAMBOAT last weekend on the Cow boat....

[77charger]

Keith's boat is insane. I haven't been for a ride since the latest and greatest build, but a couple years ago that thing was scary fast and it was only running in the 100mph range. I compare it to my banshee, only on water with the acceleration that throws you back. :D
traitor.traitor.traitor.traitor :confused:

[STV_Keith]

From what I've been told they will hook up in a turn not unlike a F1 boat BUT the potato chip hull won't handle the stress and would probably break in half. :jawdrop:
It's pretty much a 1/4 mile drag racer, esp the light layup ones but that's just my $.02 I don't own one, but been thinking about it and doing a little research. Everyone who thinks they're a badass needs a 100+ ride in one of these, it'll pucker your asshole ;)
My double kevlar lake layup won't break in a corner. Let me know when you want a ride...oh, and bring your Lifeline (and preferrably your helmet).
:eat:

[XtrmWakeborder]

http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2518mini-RR01.bmp
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2518mini-RR02.bmp
http://www2.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/2518mini-RR4.JPG
Very nice!

[Wakker]

From what I've been told they will hook up in a turn not unlike a F1 boat BUT the potato chip hull won't handle the stress and would probably break in half. :jawdrop:
It's pretty much a 1/4 mile drag racer, esp the light layup ones but that's just my $.02 I don't own one, but been thinking about it and doing a little research. Everyone who thinks they're a badass needs a 100+ ride in one of these, it'll pucker your asshole ;) I don't like to turn mine, being as light as it is and don't want to put stress cracks in it but the few times I've busted hard U-turns and such the limiting factor was me not the boat. I can only hang on so tight.
Zack, you coming out this weekend???

[fourspeednup]

I don't like to turn mine, being as light as it is and don't want to put stress cracks in it but the few times I've busted hard U-turns and such the limiting factor was me not the boat. I can only hang on so tight.
Zack, you coming out this weekend???
Nope, headed back to Ventura to play with some boobies...Next weekend for sure though. Have fun and be safe :D
STD Keith, I'll take you up on that ride next time you bring her down to the river...there are a few lifelines to choose from at RD's now :cool:

[jackpunx]

Nope, headed back to Ventura to play with some boobies...Next weekend for sure though. Have fun and be safe :D
STD Keith, I'll take you up on that ride next time you bring her down to the river...there are a few lifelines to choose from at RD's now :cool:
STD keith?..
LOL..
Keith.. Make him where a helmet now.. :cry: :boxed:

[RiverDave]

Nope, headed back to Ventura to play with some boobies...Next weekend for sure though. Have fun and be safe :D
STD Keith, I'll take you up on that ride next time you bring her down to the river...there are a few lifelines to choose from at RD's now :cool:
You better take some pictures of those new bad boyz and post em up on RRL.
RD

[jackpunx]

You better take some pictures of those new bad boyz and post em up on RRL.
RD
You have already seen the lifelines.. are you gay?..
Post pictures of the boobies Zack.. lol

[Jordy]

Zack, you coming out this weekend???
are you gay?..
Seems like a common theme going here. :D :D :D

[jackpunx]

Seems like a common theme going here. :D :D :D
Im impressed to your attention to detail.. You really notice everytime the word GAY is posted.. Do you like show tunes? :D

[HM]

My dad currently has mine listed on his policy as another boat. He insures 2 already, so mine only added $350/yr to it. It's just considered a runabout with 260hp. ;)
FYI - if you ever have a claim, you are phucked. The insurance world has changed drastically in the last couple of years. Even if a claim is unrelated to the performance of your boat, when the insurance companies discover the misrepresentation, not only do they deny the claim, but cancel the policy then put a nice mark on your insurance record of exactly what happened. Then when you apply for new insurance, they ask you if you have ever been canceled or denied insurance.....and they already know the answer.
Unfortunately, even though Keith and his family are the type to never have a claim and are the best boaters on the water, they are the ones that get kicked in the junk the hardest on these issues - but that is true of most things in life these days....the responible people foot the bill for the irresponsible people.
Just be careful and realize that you are really not insured. Just so you know, I own an insurance agency. (I don't handle boat insurance.....yet)

[Jordy]

Im impressed to your attention to detail.. You really notice everytime the word GAY is posted.. :D
It just seems that anytime something about Parker is posted, gay references start to appear. Just thought it was a curious coincidence. :cool:

[Wakker]

Seems like a common theme going here. :D :D :D We don't want to see Zack, we want to see his new boobies!

[Jordy]

We don't want to see Zack, we want to see his new boobies!
:jawdrop: :jawdrop: :jawdrop:

[STVBOY]

[QUOTE=HolyMoly]FYI - if you ever have a claim, you are phucked. The insurance world has changed drastically in the last couple of years. Even if a claim is unrelated to the performance of your boat, when the insurance companies discover the misrepresentation, not only do they deny the claim, but cancel the policy then put a nice mark on your insurance record of exactly what happened. Then when you apply for new insurance, they ask you if you have ever been canceled or denied insurance.....and they already know the answer.
Unfortunately, even though Keith and his family are the type to never have a claim and are the best boaters on the water, they are the ones that get kicked in the junk the hardest on these issues - but that is true of most things in life these days....the responible people foot the bill for the irresponsible people.
Just be careful and realize that you are really not insured. Just so you know, I own an insurance agency. (I don't handle boat insurance.....yet)[/QUOTE
Thats not really true. I insured my stv and now my Rapid Craft Riot and gave a complete discription of the boat speed power etc and I pay $380 a year.Even though it is a tunnel the ins. co wants to bend over all the cats 25 and up not the small boats. I am sure Keith would be coverd under any circumstance.

[STV_Keith]

FYI - if you ever have a claim, you are phucked.
Actually, my dad is an adjuster and I'm sure has it covered. It's his policy after all, and he has owned two of these STV's before, both of which were insured on the same policy back in the early 90's.

[Miss BK]

Sometimes people do get lucky when filing insurance claims on these race boats that they reported as pleasure boats, but it usually is the other way around. I've seen a few guys get the insurance check, but then their policy is canceled immediately.
One adjuster came to our shop to look at an 18' ModVP that had been rolled and totalled. I had the unnerving pleasure of escorting him to the yard where it was kept....as we walked closer to the boat, the man started walking slower and said in a hesitant voice:
"I.....don't......think......we.......insure ....these ....kinds....of...... boats" :sqeyes: :smile:
I had a feeling he'd be a bit shocked.
But somehow the owner got lucky! He got the insurance check and ordered a new boat -- but this time, when he tried to buy insurance, his insurance company said, "NO WAY".
Look at the sticker in your avitar: "This boat is intended for racing..." I'm assuming this is from the inside of your STV's cockpit, since most of the 19' STVs have this.
This sticker is an actual Coast Guard required sticker that all race boat mfg's must use, in lieu of the CG compliance sticker that you see on pleasure boats. The reason for this is because race boats don't have to comply with certain safety standards such as capacity rating, horsepower and proper flotation (for an under 20' boat). Once insurance companies find this out, they usually FREAK. And all of this info is on file with the CG. If you ever have to file a claim, no doubt they'll call the CG.
The actual USCG "race boat" sticker has changed over the years. Yours is the old sticker. The new one now starts with, "THIS IS A RACE BOAT..."
It's really up to you to figure out if you are covered well enough. Some people have great relationships with their insurance company's (or with folks who have a lot of clout) and never seem to have a problem when they are needed. I'm thinking you are probably in that category :)
All the best to you. ;)

[KACHINA KEN]

I've got a hull that's looking for a 260!!
Will you PM me your #???

[dmontzsta]

How does those things accelerate? 100mph is hauling the mail for any boat, just wondering what the downside to them is? turning? accleration?

[GHTRIM]

Will you PM me your #???
Ken, you thinking about TWO boats now??? :confused: Maybe the Ocean boat and the lake boat??

[GHTRIM]

How does those things accelerate? 100mph is hauling the mail for any boat, just wondering what the downside to them is? turning? accleration?
The down side would be the potential of Death

[STV_Keith]

The only downsides that I consider in my boat is that it's small in cockpit room, and doesn't like to get beat up in the 3'+ swells. Other than that, it's a lot of fun. Like a Viper on the water my buddies say.

[Tom Brown]

The down side would be the potential of Death
I welcome death. :)
Hey Keith, any chance of getting a viper ride on Mead next winter?

[Bryan Rose]

I welcome death. :)
Hey Keith, any chance of getting a viper ride on Mead next winter?"To really live life ,you have to Taste Death"

[Tom Brown]

"To really live life ,you have to Taste Death"
Sage words. :cool:
I come from an extremely similar place as you, Bryan.

[dmontzsta]

The only downsides that I consider in my boat is that it's small in cockpit room, and doesn't like to get beat up in the 3'+ swells. Other than that, it's a lot of fun. Like a Viper on the water my buddies say.
What kind of 1/4 mile times does it run?

[XstreamXT]

A STV with a stock merc 260 should do 0-100 in 18 seconds !!!!
Acie Strinfeild did a hard left turn @ 117 mph when the skeg broke. Total of 540 deg spin. The boat was not damaged and he was not hurt. Installed a new lu and continued to race and win the next day. I have the pict of the spin, but could not post.
These are really strong ans safe hulls.
Very roomy fror a 19' boat and is rock solid and safe at 100 mph. some STV boats are very scary at speed if they are not setup properly. Most owners say that thier boat is more stable over 100 than under !!! The boat really takes a set at about 80-90 mph, and feels very stable at any speed.
Damm site wont let me post picts !!!!!! Is this some form of discrimination ??? trying to supress the Wakker !!!!!

[hugh jascock]

A STV with a stock merc 260 should do 0-100 in 18 seconds !!!!
i have to disagree with your estimate mr. X! you're not even close! :messedup:

[Tom Brown]

i have to disagree with your estimate mr. X! you're not even close! :messedup:
I was thinking a stock 260 ought to hammer out around 11s in the quarter at around 85~90 mph. Some of the guys with warmed up 260s hit low 10s or maybe dip into the 9s at over 90 mph. As I understand it, those numbers are with standard layup hulls.

[XstreamXT]

Here ya Go !!!! eat it up !!! This is a test from HOT Boat Mag , kinda fitting to be posting it on the Hot Boat FORUM !!!!!!
Enjoy.
At least ya will know what happened when Blow by ya !!!!
Lance Smith
Roark Summerford and Rusty Campbell approach legendary status in the world of lightweight, muscle motor outboard tunnel racing. Summerford's designs and Campbell's driving talents have combined for several world championships, and they've filtered the resulting technology into a small but increasingly well-known line of hard-core, enthusiast river rompers. STV found its market niche by integrating its highly successful Mod VP bottom into a pleasurized installation, maximizing the potential of a seductive power-to-weight quotient and a highly efficient air-trapping underside. Designated the Pro Comp Ski, the two-seater is a lake-warrior's dream machine: no frills, lots of thrills, turnkey reliability, and legitimate triple digits when powered with Mercury's 2.5. Given its overall price point of under $25,000, it's not surprising that enthusiasts in search of the highly elusive 100-mph mark have flocked to the STV and other competitive lightweight, outboard-powered tunnel configurations. But Summerford and Campbell have also noticed, to their great chagrin, that there is one segment of the market that is largely immune to the charm of their moderately tamed race machine. "We'd get a couple in to look at our boat," recalls Summerford, "and the man would have that look in his eyes. But his wife would see the two seats, shake her head, and say, 'That's a man's boat.' that would be the end of it."
With the newly sprung 19-foot Euro Ski, STV has made critical concessions to the practical-minded without compromising the raw appeal of its combat-proven bottom. Hardware like ski tows, gas fills, grab handles, and such was once considered only in terms of weight added to the package; the Euro peppers it doubled seating capacity (to four) with these and other basic amenities. As we quickly discovered, however, the STV spirit - and its capacity for controlled, 100-mile-per-hour bursts - remained intact during the makeover.
THE PACKAGE
To their credit, STV broke out a clean sheet of paper with the design of the new model - and just as wisely, they've left the bottom alone. The belly is carved in a classic Mod VP configuration, utilizing a multi-strake design in conjunction with a stepped center keel. At first glance, the bottom looks like that of a drag-racing type of design, but that theory is roundly disproved during hard cornering exercises.
Topside, the Euro Ski maintained its mean, stealth look, traced to the menacing sponsons, during the transformation. The beam is the same as in the Pro Comp (84 inches), but it looks wider. There's still only basic hardware dressing the package, with a stainless steel hand railing inside. Additions include a ski tow (optional), grab bar, drink holders, and Momo wheel. The biggest differences are worked into the seating and the dash configuration. Race-style front buckets are equipped with shock-absorbing, arched fiberglass bottoms and are rated for 20 pounds of tension. They're definitely effective in adding lumbar support and softening the ride during rough-water romps. Vinyl is stretched effectively over the buckets, and the seat covers are easily interchangeable.
The rear seat is integrated into the engine hatch, or sun deck area, and the whole assembly lifts out for rigging and maintenance. The back seat is very comfortable, and rear passengers have plenty of leg room. STV incorporated an asymmetrical dash design with enough capacity for a full complement of gauges, and even a radio - a heretical waste of a pound for so that wasn't music to the rigging department's ears in yesteryear's production. There's room for a drink holder and even a grab handle on the dash. The only thing we'd like to see added is a foot brace for the passenger.
Unlike some purpose-built, low-slung tunnels, you really get the feeling of riding in this boat rather than sitting on it. You sit extremely low in the water, and there's enough freeboard to bring the sides of the boat to almost shoulder level. Those with absolutely no interest n spinning the tach toward the red feel secure in the boat. There's even a modicum of storage worked into the design in the gunnels and the engine hatch/sun deck (it's not highly practical for sunning). The gunnels storage area could have been made more effective with a partition to keep small items from disappearing into the black hole.
Cosmetically, the Euro is a step above the pro Comp. We noted a minimal amount of transfer and print in the glass work, but they weren't noticeable under anything but the closest scrutiny. STV offers two gelcoat colors as standard, applied in a basic design that's accented with taped graphic pin lines between each color. While plain, the gelcoat was capably applied. It's appropriate to remember the extremely reasonable coast of this hull, fully rigged, less engine ($8,200), when giving it the going-over. The newly molded ash area, for instance, will undoubtedly be the focus of some future refinements as more units are produced. Our test version was rough in this area and seemed in need of additional wet-sand and buff.
There were no such inadequacies in critical construction or rigging areas, however. Hand-laminated with a liberal amount of Kevlar reinforcement, the Euro Ski is extremely light (875 pounds bare, 1,425 pounds fully rigged), but it's strong. Bottom and sides are cored with Klegecell, and the hull seemed extremely solid during high-demand situations. STV knows how to build 'em light - we've heard reports of paper-thin 450-pounders roaming certain Southern waterways in search of supercharged prey. The rigging was set up for consistent, hard use. Mercury's 2.5 is one of today's high-performance miracle motors with its turnkey reliability and amazing mid- and upper-range torque, and the STV crew has built a bunch of boats with its foreboding silhouette bolted to their transoms. Foot throttle, Hi-Jacker jack plate, and dual steering were standard. We were propped with a 29-pitch, 14.5-inch Mazco three-blade, which gave us a perfect mix of blazing acceleration and superior top end.
PERFORMANCE
While a four-place, fully functional family tunnel screaming through the traps at over 100 miles an hour is indeed an impressive sight to behold, the big end wasn't even the Euro Ski's most endearing attribute. While we indulged in this amazing boat's silk-smooth, predictable top-end walk at 100-mph, we were more blown away by its incredible acceleration. The Euro screamed onto plane in an amazing 1.72 seconds - an unofficial HOT BOAT record. Mashing the throttle and working the cordless, wheel-mounted trim in unison helped us mine spectacular acceleration elapsed times: 0 to 30 in 3.9 seconds; 0 to 40 in five seconds flat; and an incredible 8.6 second time from a standing stop to 60 miles an hour - quickest of the meet. Even more incredibly, we hit 80 mph in 13.5 seconds, and 100 miles an hour in 18.1 seconds - two more all-time records.
At 5000 rpm, we clipped along at a controlled, 64-mph gallop. The STV was a pure screamer from 40 to 90 mph, where we enjoyed one of the most expansive torque ranges we've ever encountered. Its blinding speed was matched by the Euro's sweet nature. Throughout our long-range, variable-rpm shakedown passes, it proved extremely stable with absolutely no hint of rock or drift. Once we pushed the envelope past 60 mph, we began to feel the torque normally associated with high-speed outboard performance, but it wasn't significant. In all, the Euro delivered one of the most satisfying drives we've experienced in high-horse outboard tunnel-boating.
This is no straight-line wonder. Properly trimmed, it was a dreamy driver through the slaloms, with no slip or slide. Low-speed turning and docking ratings were average or above and got better as we poured more revs into the equation. At mid and top range, handling graduated from acceptable to superior. We can't imagine a safer, more enjoyable 100-mil-per-hour ride. While we'd never recommend this level of performance for anyone but the most experienced of drivers, the STV brings the tantalizing feel of a race-bred boat into the scope of reality for the core enthusiast.
And what of its name? Euro Ski? It's not a misnomer. This is no tournament boat, to be sure; our ski team was slightly appalled at the sheer impracticality of the slippery, narrow swim step. More significant, however, was the Euro Ski's superior ratings for tracking, steering response, turning capability, and wake. Even with the big wheel, it yanked our 200-pounder out of deep water without hesitation, and proceeded to bow every preconceived myth about modified tunnel ski boats directly into the reeds. It elicited our team's stamp of approval for the family who plans on spending a lot of time taking turns behind the rope.
THE BOTTOM LINE
STV has brought its superior level of performance into the grasp of yet another market segment with the Euro Ski and thereby broadened its growing base. Happily, they've sacrificed none of their original appeal. The refinements don't bring the Euro into the same dimension as the twice-as-costly California luxo-cruiser, by any means. The makeover, however, effectively opens the experience up to four passengers, delivering reasonable comfort along the way. The 2.5 may be a bit much, frankly, for the typical enthusiast. Downsize the power plant, and you've got a tight, respectable performance package - and one of the bargains of the year.
Specifications
Length: 19'
Beam: 84"
Bottom: Modified tunnel
Weight as tested: 1,425 lbs.
Base retail price (less Motor): $8,220
Standard Features
Two gel coat colors, black windshield, snap-in seats, dual steering, stainless/aluminum hardware, Momo wheel, 28-gallon tank, stainless hand rail, foot throttle, Gil Marine battery holder.
Options on Test Boat
Ski tow ($450), rear deck pad ($550).
Power/Drive
Mercury 2.6 outboard (265 hp)
Performance
Top speed, radar: 100+ mph
Planning time: 1.7 seconds
0-30: 3.9 seconds
0-40: 5.0 seconds
0-60: 8.6 seconds
0-80: 13.5 seconds
Speed at 2500 rpm: 20 mph
Speed at 3000 rpm: 30 mph
Speed at 4000 rpm: 40 mph
Speed at 5000 rpm: 64 mph
Speed at 6000 rpm: 80 mph
Maximum rpm: 7800
Used with permission from Hot Boat Magazine
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[ratso]

I know guys with STV's and Mirages that blow those numbers out of the water, although they do in most instances run nitrous, and of course these are the river racer models.

[hugh jascock]

lance,
your info is from what date? thats right, it's from "out of date"!
at least 15 yrs old. "$8,220.00" for a bare hull? must be the late 80's early 90's.
our river rocket with a 260 on pump gas spins a 24 yamaha drag at 9800 rpm (1.87g.r.)in less than a quarter mile (much less). calc it out.
we arent talking europigs here! :jawdrop:

[XstreamXT]

These #'s are with stock motors, and no setup time. Just off the showroom floor. I think Robbie Lampkin was running 7's in his STV, but his motor is about 400 hp
This will be a great summer. I got this boat for the specific purpose of SPANKING most other boats. Especcially those who think a wakker is slow.
Anybody want to talk power to weight ratio's ???
960 lb rigged STV Euro #'s from factory scale
450 lb OMC motor
1410 LB total boat weight
gas and driver are variable weights
300+ hp motor
= 4.7 lb. per 1 HP
How do the other boats compare ??? No Alisons or chips please
Lance

[dmontzsta]

Not to talk smack or say my boat is fast...
But, 0-100 in 18 seconds is not hard acceleration correct? :confused: I could be wrong, but my car can do 0-100 much faster than that even. I know at the drags the inboard lake boats do 100+ in 8-10 seconds. Once again, I am not trying to start a battle, I am just very curious and like to know what all the boats around me are doing.

[XstreamXT]

spectacular acceleration elapsed times: 0 to 30 in 3.9 seconds; 0 to 40 in five seconds flat; and an incredible 8.6 second time from a standing stop to 60 miles an hour - quickest of the meet. Even more incredibly, we hit 80 mph in 13.5 seconds, and 100 miles an hour in 18.1 seconds - two more all-time records. QUOTE FROM HOT BOAT MAG.
jasCock, I see your point. your speed calculates to 107 MPH in less that a 1/4 mile with 10% slip. I think the euro came out in 1994 , so you are correct these may be older info AND #'s. Ya know things only improve and get faster with time. most STV owners have #'s that are even better !!!!!!

[hugh jascock]

I am not trying to start a battle, I am just very curious and like to know what all the boats around me are doing.
i would say they are probably going faster than you! ;) ;) ;)

[XstreamXT]

I agree, a V drive or jet can have some great #'s on acceleration that blow these away. Those hot V-Drive boats are really cool, and I have thought of getting one. love the V-8 rumble. nothing beats a V-drive on accell, just a death wish close to 100 mph.
I guess I am just supporting the STV Euro as a great all around boat that will do a great 0-100 in short time and drive nice and safe for a good $$$ my boat new From Triad was 22k fully rigged with most every option minus motor. Ya can get a very nice outboard for 10k or under.

[dmontzsta]

I agree, a V drive or jet can have some great #'s on acceleration that blow these away. Those hot V-Drive boats are really cool, and I have thought of getting one. love the V-8 rumble. nothing beats a V-drive on accell, just a death with close to 100 mph.
I guess I am just supporting the STV Euro as a great all around boat that will do a great 0-100 in short time and drive nice and safe for a good $$$ my boat new From Triad was 22k fully rigged with most every option minus motor. Ya can get a very nice outboard for 10k or under.
They do seem like little pocket rockets and anything doing 100mph is moving...you have to respect the numbers.

[dmontzsta]

i would say they are probably going faster than you! ;) ;) ;)
Yes, even the sea doos are passing me up.
:cool:

[STV_Keith]

My guess is they were running around a 29pitch prop - not quite the best for acceleration. My accel prop is a 24. That same boat with a 24 would be a totally different animal altogether.

[stoker2001]

These #'s are with stock motors, and no setup time. Just off the showroom floor. Robbie Lampkin is running 7's in his STV, but his motor is about 400 hp
put down the crack pipe :D the quickest whacker is the house of colors mirage quarter master 8.32 at 132mph in 1/4 ussing huge squeeze with total HP around 600+ out of 153 cubic inch.pretty sure this was at marble falls or Waco last year.there might be some OMCs that would run a tad better (ray leach and Jack barsh)but i dont think they have raced any associations that have real trap speeds and elapsed times (timing systems).IHBA record book shows that the late Tom Kunzman ran in the mid sevens ussing a three point hydro with 140 cubic inch merc for power.this was about twenty years ago and is a exhausted/retired record.i believe the distance between holding rope and starting line has changed since then.rumor has it that Marty LOgan (house of colors)will campaign a hydro with whacker power this year

[Hot Shot Merc]

It runs the quarter mile at around 13 sec at 98 mph with a stock 2.5 280 and will reach a top speed of 113 at 7750 rpms all day long.This is also not even close to the set up engine hight and set back for top end.It will go a few mph faster but I never tried for all out top speed http://home.comcast.net/~hotshotmerc/sell2.bmp http://home.comcast.net/~hotshotmerc/boat14.jpg

[KACHINA KEN]

Ken, you thinking about TWO boats now??? :confused: Maybe the Ocean boat and the lake boat??
It is every Americans GOD GIVEN right to own at least 2 boats. I think I need to at least get a hull so i can have a winter project.

[Roman 1]

love the V-8 rumble. nothing beats a V-drive on acc just a death wish close to 100 mph.
Really... It seems to me that v-drive propelled unlimited hydros are quite safe at half their straightaway speed.
Grand national endurance and ski race boats run 100+ for long durations (9 hours at a time with the late parker nine hour) year after year with few casualties.
V-drive hydro lake boats have been running 160 plus for decades at designated areas where the water is smooth, 100 is a walk in the park. V-drive lake boat flatbottoms have been known to frequent the 130-150 range (rarely but it happens) and again 100 is eye opening but far from death defying.
"Death defying in a v-drive" is a blind statement as hull size and shape, driver ability (or lack of) water conditions and a drivers ability to read them are all much more important than propulsion method.
learn your subject or you may embarass yourself.
R1 :idea:

[Tom Brown]

Hey Roman, don't you have work to do getting ready to give John Candy a ride in your rental v-drive?

[GHTRIM]

It is every Americans GOD GIVEN right to own at least 2 boats. I think I need to at least get a hull so i can have a winter project.
I owned two (2) boats once and it wasn't fun... :hammerhea (eventhough it was for only a week :D ) One was a Baja and the other is a Kachina.. :)

[KACHINA KEN]

I owned two (2) boats once and it wasn't fun... :hammerhea (eventhough it was for only a week :D ) One was a Baja and the other is a Kachina.. :) Don, I mean this in the nicest way.
You are a DORK.

[GHTRIM]

Liana is LOL..... :D

[Wicky]

Will you PM me your #???
Hey bro,
I was kinda saying that tongue in cheek. I would love a 260 on the back of my Allison but, until I figure out how to earn more money, I'm stuck with the 225 Promax. I was trying to stir up TB!!! Thats all.
Wicky

[Tom Brown]

I was trying to stir up TB!!! Thats all.
Unnecessary but appreciated. Thanks. :D

[KACHINA KEN]

Hey bro,
I was kinda saying that tongue in cheek. I would love a 260 on the back of my Allison but, until I figure out how to earn more money, I'm stuck with the 225 Promax. I was trying to stir up TB!!! Thats all.
Wicky I now hate you, redeem yourself and find me a ****ing hull.

[Wicky]

There is an 04 Allison GSE like mine for sale on the allisonowners.com site.
Saweeeeet Floater!! (http://forum.allisonowners.com/viewtopic.php?t=17)
The SS 2000 is one bad ass boat. I'm sure with a 260 clamped on, 115mph is a very realistic number.

[www.stvowners.com]

That Euro test was done back in 1993 or 1994 and there are not too many boats that perform as well with such little horsepower. Yes the jets and V-drives do have some great acceleration numbers, but remember how much power they make. My guess most is over the 500hp range. The STV is an amazing boat for only being 19 feet long and can handle some rough water that would send other boats this size home. I'm not here to start a war... and all I ask is if anyone wants to read more and join in, then stop over at www.stvowners.com The site is a one stop shopping for info on STV's

[dmontzsta]

I am curious to know how well they turn? do they turn like a hydro? or like a flatbottom circle? where at do they fit?

[STV_Keith]

I am curious to know how well they turn? do they turn like a hydro? or like a flatbottom circle? where at do they fit?
Show up to the BBSP with your lifeline next weekend and ask for rides. :D

[www.stvowners.com]

I am curious to know how well they turn? do they turn like a hydro? or like a flatbottom circle? where at do they fit?
STV can turn very hard, tight, and fast, more like a typical ski boat!