NEWS FLASH, PINK’S AT LAKE GEORGE

Does anyone remember the SN boat built in 2001 with the FORD LIGHTING MOTOR, SUPER-CHARGED.

It was Red & White as well, fast colors.

I will ask the pit crew and get back to you later.

There is one in the diary's

393 Stroker

quinner wrote: There is one in the diary's 393 Stroker

Nope, different boat. That 393 boat originally had a GT40 that took a dump. Same red/white graphics though.

No Lightning boats ever made production as far as Im aware. I inquired about it with PCM back in '00-01 when I first heard about it- they told me that it never made it out of development. IIRC, it was a 5.4L modular Ford engine with a supercharger. Pete, I never saw a review of one since they were just prototypes- but I bet they screamed. I think the reason they never took off was due to the lack of marine parts for the SOHC Fords. Greg's right- they were used for ski flying. Ive never seen one in person, but sure would love to.

Alrighty there Timmy,

I do seem to remember CC or someone raffling off/giving away a Lighting Boat / Truck combo?
There are some of these out there somewhere, would be cool to see one.

Also a few years back at the Chicago Boat show they had one of those PCM Supercharged motors on a stand. Awesome looking.

Injection is nice.. But I'd rather be Blown!

Quinner, about the one in the diaries: doesn't a Nautique look even better when towed by a Beamer?

HW, that combination rocks!!

How in the world did I miss this thread until now!!??

75 Tique wrote: Reid, what boat are you bringing up? Does this change your plans?

Well, just like GL this year, I wasn't planning to bring anything fast,......until now. But I know when I've been called a chump.   
OH, IT'S ON!!

Hollywood wrote: How many lightning boats were made?

Can't say how many were made to date, but we're about to make another starting tomorrow, just to smack down Dave. But do you think it might take away from the whole LG event if Orange Crush 409 isn't the top dog? Well I don't care. I'm bringing a GT-80!!

Now, lets see if he takes the BAIT!!

The Godfather wrote: Now, lets see if he takes the BAIT!!

Hook, line, and sinker. Isn't it nice to have another trouble maker like Mr Hendricks on this site? And especially one with connections!!

Meanwhile, the little (original Orange Crush) Mustang in my tag below will have a 429 Boss in 2 weeks if that's what it takes to beat Dave. What am I saying?; I'll bet 235 Holman Moody Ford horsepower can take the 409 Bowtie just as it is. Now see who the real bait biter is......

Sounds like Jerry is gonna be busy. Don't make him go to all that trouble...just bring up the Red & White boat and have your way with them bowtie guys.

john

The Godfather wrote: And the top speed is?

Not sure, as we pegged both GPS units.

Jbear, he wouldn't consider the 46yr old 390 Interceptor a fair fight- too many cubes. Need to stick with a small block I'm afraid and at least give him a chance, or else they might take their toys and go home. And that toy sure is pretty. I'll over look the engine for a ride.

Isn't the number 13 bad luck? I'll be there for sure.      

We will put on a good show for the FAN'S.

P.S. I hope Ken lets me drive the boat.

I love the number 13, take 1 from 14 and you get 13, you know what I mean.

No

Ok...another attempt just went out.

Keeping my fingers crossed.

john

Can the stock boats get a head start??? I have a feeling I'll be riding many boat wakes.

Ken