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Thread: New V bottom Speed Record

  1. #11
    mbrown2
    Originally posted by US1Fountain
    Motor is out. Tailpipe is just slid back.vs removed.
    Thx...I was wondering if it was some new hi-tech way of getting staggered engines to breath better..

  2. #12
    US1Fountain
    Originally posted by mbrown2
    Thx...I was wondering if it was some new hi-tech way of getting staggered engines to breath better..
    Actually it is OL's version of silent choice. You hit the button, and your exhaust slides out and under water for sound free running.

  3. #13
    Havasu Cig
    Here is a link to the video of the run.
    http://www.fountainpowerboats.com/im...ilo%201mbs.wmv

  4. #14
    bigq
    Dang, looks like it's going straight as an arrow also.

  5. #15
    Havasu Cig
    OuterLimits just topped Fountain with a speed of 161.29 mph.
    I guess Fountain better change their website.

  6. #16
    Steamin' Rice
    Yeah...That was quick... Record or not, 150 MPH+ is still haulin' in a big 'ole V bottom..
    Bristol RI – February 6, 2004 – In a certified speed trial, sanctioned by the National Powerboat Association on Friday, 2/6/2004, Mike Fiore, president of Outerlimits Powerboats, averaged a speed of 161.29 MPH for a kilometer verified on ‘ state-of-the-art’ GPS in his new 47’ canopied GTX, named “XXX”. This run took place on Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island at 3:00 PM EST, February 6, 2004 on a chilly, drizzly afternoon.
    After travelling north over a mile out of the channel at 161.88 MPH and returning south at 160.7 MPH, the average speed was 161.29 MPH. This makes the 47 GTX the first v-bottom to eclipse the 160 MPH barrier in an officially sanctioned event. This run was confirmed by co-pilot, Billy Frenz, Executive Director of the NPBA (National Powerboat Association). The GTX is powered by twin stock 1450 HP Sterling engines with No. 6 Merc Speedmasters and Hering propellers. Many of Outerlimits boats are outfitted with Sterling engines because they are some of the finest, fastest and most reliable engines out there.
    Despite the fact that Outerlimits already holds the Official V-Bottom Kilo Record of 149.7 MPH in a 42’ GTX model, also powered with twin 1450 HP Sterlings, Merc Speedmasters and Hering props, they felt the need to raise the bar. This previous record was set in Washington, North Carolina on October 3, 2003 and officiated by Poker Runs of America.
    “What a rush!!!” exclaimed Billy Frenz as he emerged from the cockpit after the run. “This boat is going to disappoint a lot of Cat owners at our New York City Powerboat Rally”, referring to the annual June event held on the Hudson River that determines the fastest catamarans and fastest v-bottoms.
    “We are absolutely thrilled with our achievement of breaking our own record” stated Mike Fiore. “Just in case anyone had any doubts about the last record we attained being a one time event, we wanted to set the record straight. And again, we accomplished this in a pleasure boat that you can buy.” Outerlimits Powerboats are known not only for their beauty, design and quality, but in addition, their outstanding performance. This record only enhances Outerlimits prominence in the industry and once again proves Outerlimits is the ultimate in high performance offshore powerboats.
    For further information on the complete line of boats that they offer, contact Outerlimits Offshore Powerboats, 91 Broad Common Road, Bristol, RI 02809 (401) 253-7300 or visit their website at www.outerlimitspowerboats.com.

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    Ivan Dan

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