LA Boat Show - 1st Day Pictorial Highlights

[MagicMtnDan]

The show wasn't as crowded as I expected it to be for the first day (wasn't crowded at all). I didn't take as many pictures as I thought I would. The ones I took were mostly of motors (lots of Ilmor V-10s especially in the Eliminator boats), gel coats, instrument panels and my favorite boat (a 28'er that is fast as a bullet :D ).
Here are the pics:
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10862&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Inside the stabbin' cabin of the 28'er
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10863&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

28'er
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10864&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Looking inside the 28' Bullet Open Bow
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10865&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Twins (one set of many there)
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10866&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

28' Bullet
This is one of two red 28' Bullets that are in Howard's booth. This one is the darker red and has a 900TPI and is headed to its home in Tennessee after the show. It's gonna make its new owner very happy (and very fast).
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10867&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

This is Steamin' Rice's 34' Shockwave - great looking boat (very big)!
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10868&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Head-on view of the dark red 28' Bullett
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10869&stc=1

[cola]

Twins (one set of many there)
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10866&stc=1
That is the power for the 32' Lavey. That was there last year, also. I would love to have this boat. Anyone have a extra 200k I could have. :)
Late, Mike

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10870&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10871&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10872&stc=1

[cola]

Looking inside the 28' Bullet Open Bow
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10865&stc=1
This was the best looking Howard bar none. IMO What would it cost, I didn't ask.

[MagicMtnDan]

Gary Taylor's amazing 700 motor - it's a beautiful thing
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10873&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10874&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

One of many at the Eliminator booth
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10875&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10876&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10877&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10878&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Damn big turbo
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10879&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Ilmor V-10 Twins in an Eliminator - I guess paying for the gas isn't an issue for the person who can afford to buy it
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10880&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

TWO TWELVE Cylinder powerplants inside the Schiada!
I saw a couple of diesel-powered hot boats yesterday - that was new to me
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10881&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10882&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

More Viper twins
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10883&stc=1

[MagicMtnDan]

Last one
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10884&stc=1

[convincor]

sweet pix! thanks

[djunkie]

Looking inside the 28' Bullet Open Bow
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10865&stc=1
Sweet pics MMD. By any chance do you have any more pics of this Howard? And do you know if it was sold already? :rollside:

[fat rat]

Who makes the 12 cylinder's?

[Hardly Satisfied]

Thanks for the great pics :rollside:

[Essex502]

This was the best looking Howard bar none. IMO What would it cost, I didn't ask.
$121K + tax and any other options you'd like.

[MagicMtnDan]

$121K + tax and any other options you'd like.
I was told that the base price of the 28 Bullet is around 90K with a 496 motor. The "Red Barron" (I believe that's the name of the dark red boat) is closer to $200K than $100K due to the 900 TPI motor.
They had three 28 Bullets there - the Red Barron, the brigth red one with no motor in it (I was told it was made for the show since they didn't think the Red Barron would be there) and the white and blue one. I know the Red Barron is sold to someone in TN. I'd guess the white one belongs to a customer and I'd also guess that the bright red one might be available (but I don't know for sure about either).
The pics I posted are the only ones I took yesterday but I may go back so let me know if you need any pics and I can try and take them for you.

[Essex502]

Sweet pics MMD. By any chance do you have any more pics of this Howard? And do you know if it was sold already? :rollside:
The Blue and Gray Howard 28 Bullet is a customer's boat. There are two "Boat Show Specials" - one 25 Bullet and one 28 Bullet that are for sale or were when I left last night.
25 Bullet:
http://www.lasvegas***boats.com/iB_html/uploads/post-6-62237-howard_3.jpg
28 Bullet:
http://www.lasvegas***boats.com/iB_html/uploads/post-6-62650-howard_8.jpg
Both of these were minus motor and drive. Buyer picks there power and 3 to 4 weeks will be delivered (if still available). Otherwise, a Howard ordered now will be June delivery.

[dicudmore]

I was told that the base price of the 28 Bullet is around 90K with a 496 motor. The "Red Barron" (I believe that's the name of the dark red boat) is closer to $200K than $100K due to the 900 TPI motor.
They had three 28 Bullets there - the Red Barron, the brigth red one with no motor in it (I was told it was made for the show since they didn't think the Red Barron would be there) and the white and blue one. I know the Red Barron is sold to someone in TN. I'd guess the white one belongs to a customer and I'd also guess that the bright red one might be available (but I don't know for sure about either).
The pics I posted are the only ones I took yesterday but I may go back so let me know if you need any pics and I can try and take them for you.
E502 knows which are available...I think I saw him working the Howard booth :wink:

[Essex502]

Howard 28 Sport Deck:
http://www.lasvegas***boats.com/iB_html/uploads/post-6-62102-howard_1_sm.jpg
http://www.lasvegas***boats.com/iB_html/uploads/post-6-62783-howard_11.jpg
The seating is available in either 2 chairs for pilot and co-pilot of the bench/lounge arrangement - same price. $99,900 with 496 MAG.

[My Man's Sportin' Wood]

I have some to share as well. This is as good o' place as any, I suppose. We had a great time (perhaps a little too good :) )
Gotta talk the Mr. into it yet, but it WILL be mine :D You can't go wrong with classy.
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_e.jpg
It appears Kachina does not own the patent on dragons:
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_a.jpg
I had to get a closer look:
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_d.jpg
The knight was so manly, I felt the need to give him a smooch. (no booze was involved here :rolleyes: )
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_c.jpg
This is the OP6C version of the Magic deck boat
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_b.jpg

[redneckgirl]

This is Steamin' Rice's 34' Shockwave - great looking boat (very big)!
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10868&stc=1
Hey Dan this is Barry's boat!!!! :rolleyes: :p
RNG

[GHT]

Hey Dan this is Barry's boat!!!! :rolleyes: :p
RNG
I'll second that. He was there talking to us about it. Nice boat.. For sure.

[RiverOtter]

http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10876&stc=1
:idea: Hmmmm..... Looks suspiciously like a windshield :idea:

[Sleek-Jet]

:idea: Hmmmm..... Looks suspiciously like a windshield :idea:
That was Lavey's poker run boat. Half canopy... bitchen boat.

[RiverOtter]

That was Lavey's poker run boat. Half canopy... bitchen boat.
Helluva gel :cool:

[76ANTHONY]

Sweet pics MMD. By any chance do you have any more pics of this Howard? And do you know if it was sold already? :rollside:
hahahaha you best get in all your party missin overtime for that boat mister... :yuk: :crossx:

[RiverDave]

One of many at the Eliminator booth
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10875&stc=1
Nice to see some of my old Remote Bezels are still in circulation.. ;) Saw one of mine on the back of the Whipple boat as well.
RD ;)

[NashvilleBound]

28' Bullet
This is one of two red 28' Bullets that are in Howard's booth. This one is the darker red and has a 900TPI and is headed to its home in Tennessee after the show. It's gonna make its new owner very happy (and very fast).
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10867&stc=1
Michael is very proud already. Bastard.....someone faster than me...
for a season at least;) Nice pictures.....

[Tom Brown]

Nice to see some of my old Remote Bezels are still in circulation.. ;)
SPAM! :mad:

[RiverDave]

I have two on mine now. :D
Adam has got to be running out of those things here pretty soon. I only gave him like 30 - 40 of them way back in the day?
RD

[cola]

:idea: Hmmmm..... Looks suspiciously like a windshield :idea:
There is a bad ass Hallett with a windshield. :)

[RiverOtter]

There is a bad ass Hallett with a windshield. :)
got a pic :cool:

[RiverDave]

I bought mine from you direct. I just had them repowdered blue. Adam has maybe one or two left of yours.
Maybe I'll make him some more, to build up a little store credit.. LOL ;)
RD

[GHT]

I bought mine from you direct. I just had them repowdered blue. Adam has maybe one or two left of yours.
Not to completely change the subject..... But, it was nice to finally put a face to the name... Glad to finally meet you..
Don

[GHT]

Same here. My initial impressions were:
1. Kilr is taller than I thought he'd be, but dead on personality wise.
2. Mrs. Roxysnow is hotter in person than in pix.
3. Mrs. Kilr still has one of the best smiles I've ever seen.
4. GHT is one handsome dude. You should be a movie star. :D
Pleasure meeting all you guys finally.
MsGHT wants to know what you impression is of her??? (J/K) She is like WTF?? She enjoyed meeting you too.
BTW thank for the compliment... :) Hopefully we'll hook up in Havi this summer..

[NOTALENT]

Same here. My initial impressions were:
1. Kilr is taller than I thought he'd be, but dead on personality wise.
2. Mrs. Roxysnow is hotter in person than in pix.
3. Mrs. Kilr still has one of the best smiles I've ever seen.
4. GHT is one handsome dude. You should be a movie star. :D
Pleasure meeting all you guys finally.
What the fock....where were you????

[NOTALENT]

I was stalking BarbiGirl and Mrs. WMC the whole time. :D :D Mrs. WMC is the hottie with the HTM ad safety pinned to her back. :D
Haha...well barbi was stalking me....soo wtf!!!??? :crossx: :D It would have been great to meet you. oh well...maybe this summer or the show this weekend.

[GHT]

You know I don't make off the cuff comments about the hitability of other member's wives. :D :D
Yea, heard your as informed about that as I am... :cry:
Li, said we need to hook up at the lake and let the kids hang. They are the same age.

[phebus]

I didn't know Kachina made a deck boat. :D
That reminde me of "Talk like a pirate day". and I have been driving my wife crazy. Arrrrrrrrrrrr, shiver me timbers!!! :rollside:

[SummitKarl]

OUCH!!!!! HOT,HOT, HOT my feet are burning :rolleyes: :)
http://www.lasvegas***boats.com/iB_html/uploads/post-6-62650-howard_8.jpg
I am thinking the words "glass transition temperature" are in this boat owners future :)

[clearfork]

Hey Mr mtn dan,
Thanks for the positive input, yes we are proud of our boat.
I think everyone has the lowdown on the boat show boats from Essex502.
The boat was rather pricey, when you look at the parts list . It becomes overwhelming. Not quite 200k though, but we were sneeking up fast.
We have thought about it and everything has a price, we are extremely happy with the Howard product. And overwhelmed by the engine from TPI.
It is a quality setup.
But if someone wrote a check, I would have a hard time turning it down...
See you guys at the show....flyin to LAX on the 31st........MP

[SummitKarl]

Somebody should post a pic of the all black Ultra.
I didn't think anyone would make that mistake again after PUFF Daddy/P-Diddie's ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!! black boat in Havasu. use to crack up watching him dance all over it and there wasn't even any music playing :rolleyes: :rollside:

[BajaMike]

These mural paint jobs.....
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_b.jpg
Kinda reminds me of those mural painted van conversions in the 80s.... :idea: :yuk:
They didn't look so hot a couple years later.... :skull:
:crossx: :skull: :crossx: :skull:

[92562]

See you guys at the show....flyin to LAX on the 31st........MP
I'll be there Wednesday. How 'bout you Michael?
----Rob

[WetWillie]

Were are my two you still owe me?? :cry:
Nice to see some of my old Remote Bezels are still in circulation.. ;) Saw one of mine on the back of the Whipple boat as well.
RD ;)

[C-2]

These mural paint jobs.....
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_b.jpg
Kinda reminds me of those mural painted van conversions in the 80s.... :idea: :yuk:
They didn't look so hot a couple years later.... :skull:
:crossx: :skull: :crossx: :skull:
Too funny, my thoughts as well. For a while I though maybe the Kachina guy knocked one off over at Commander - if you drive the 91 thru Corona ya know what I'm talking about. Not bagging on anybody's boats - just not my style.

[cola]

got a pic :cool:
I don't, I'll see what I can find or I will take a pic when I go back this week. :)
Mike

[Mrs. HOOTER SLED]

Sweet pix Dan !!!!!!!!!!!!!
How r u n the Mrs. doing???? :rollside:

[Mrs. HOOTER SLED]

[QUOTE=My Man's Sportin' Wood]
The knight was so manly, I felt the need to give him a smooch. (no booze was involved here :rolleyes: )
http://www.***boat.com/image_center/data/500/107806_boat_show_c.jpg
That was too cute!!!! :p I thought your knight already showed up ????? j/k LOL :p :p

[patsbrothel]

will be there on Sat

[BarryMac]

MsGHT wants to know what you impression is of her??? (J/K) She is like WTF?? She enjoyed meeting you too.
BTW thank for the compliment... :) Hopefully we'll hook up in Havi this summer..
GHT, were you with Kilrtoy on Sunday? I saw him at the Advantage booth but didn't introduce myself, he intimidates me too much... :D :D :D

[MagicMtnDan]

Sweet pix Dan !!!!!!!!!!!!!
How r u n the Mrs. doing???? :rollside:
Hey Mee-shell, thanks for asking. Mrs. MMD is doing better now - had back surgery two weeks ago (it only took 18 months since she was injured at work thanks to California's workers comp "system"). She's finally on the road to recovery and we can get back to a more normal way of life.
Appreciate you asking. Say hey to the Mr. Well, nevermind, I'm sure he's reading this too. :)

[Steamin' Rice]

This is Steamin' Rice's 34' Shockwave - great looking boat (very big)!
http://www2.***boat.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=10868&stc=1
MMD - glad you like the 34, but that one is Barry's.. :D My 34 was in the show last year.. :P

[MagicMtnDan]

MMD - glad you like the 34, but that one is Barry's.. :D My 34 was in the show last year.. :P
Yeah, I found that out earlier in this thread. I should have known it was Barry's boat since it had all those doilies everywhere :D