Cowes Classic Powerboat Rally 2011

[after you ds110]

Originally Posted by Martin The Talker

Been on the market since last year I think - nice boat for a Fairey devotee !

DC was owned by my old man about 5 years ago ,he restored it and it took more money then it will ever be worth thats why he sold it and bought the DS110 ,, which is now sadly for sale due to his age and the boat being to big for one 70year old to handle

[Catweazle]

Originally Posted by after you ds110

DC was owned by my old man about 5 years ago ,he restored it and it took more money then it will ever be worth thats why he sold it and bought the DS110 ,, which is now sadly for sale due to his age and the boat being to big for one 70year old to handle

He made a beautifull job of her .

[Delta28]

To all the boats coming to the Cowes Rally (and any others!)...

Talking to our fantastic COPC Club Secretary John Iddon yesterday, he says that entries for the Weymouth Rally in September are just not coming-in...

At the present time it looks as though this event will have to be cancelled. We have to know soon...

If you are considering supporting this event PLEASE CONTACT JOHN A.S.A.P!

It would be a great shame to cancel as we'll be letting-down the Weymouth club and UKOBA... not forgetting John's efforts to pull this all together.

PLEASE SUPPORT US IF YOU POSSIBLY CAN

Thanks, ian

[Delta28]

p.s. John also asked if anyone has any copy / pictures / news / tiniest snippets for the club newsletter could he have something / anything?!

I appreciate that everyone's frantically busy, but if you want a club, we need to put our heads above the parapet every so-often and inform people!

Avast behind! ..ian

[burgundyben]

Ian

I think there is two diary clashes with the Weymouth Rally that will be keeping people away, Goodwood Revival and the Fairey Owners Club 25th bash in Cowes.

Understand you have hitched a ride? Let us know if you want dinner tickets.

For the Cowes classic we have a few more entires, I'm keeping quiet on the numbers until the cheques are banked but its looking good!

Ben

[littlenige]

Originally Posted by woottonwillis153

Well after last years racing, the big 50th, and now this years start. People like me and Littlenige who have been following Cowes for the last 36 years or so, this is a killer blow for us onshore enthusiasts.

Summed up in a couple off posts here.

Catweazle showing his passion for the history of the race and its start,I appluad.
Martin putting across the reasons why it can not, I applaud. But was interesting that he quotes 'some 'voices' within "officialdom" deemed it better to "play safe" '.
Then Ciao , we must move on , and by the way we have 3 sponsors for our evening functions!!

Move over everyone, the general viewing public are of no importance in the successful running of our weekend of racing.

ps Did anyone see the start of this years Round the Island Race, lost count how many crashes at the start, one rule for one, another rule for the others I think!!!

I hear your disappointment and agree with you on many points. I also agree that we're lucky to have a race at all these days. The blame lies with Health and Safety and the fear of repercussions if it goes pear shaped. From what I understand the RYA stipulated certain criteria which through much effort by the organisors, was achieved - only to have the goal posts moved or more stipulations piled on thereafter. How sad that even when the big players in the Solent area state that they are happy for the event to start in the traditional way, that the RYA dictate otherwise. My 0.02 cents worth, now back to the classic rally!

[THUNDERBOLT]

It had been hoped that a major star from the past would have made it to the Classic Rally, I had not made mention of it before but this morning I had an email to say that the restoration of TRAMONTANA 2 is 2 months behind and Wolter apologises but they will not be able to bring her over.
They have just finished installing 1000 litre fuel tank which has taken 10 days and she is yet to receive final painting...sorry folks it looks like next year before we see her but think on this she will be celebrating her 50th...

Mike

[littlenige]

Wow that will be amazing to see!

[Delta28]

Originally Posted by burgundyben

Ian

I think there is two diary clashes with the Weymouth Rally that will be keeping people away, Goodwood Revival and the Fairey Owners Club 25th bash in Cowes.

Understand you have hitched a ride? Let us know if you want dinner tickets.

For the Cowes classic we have a few more entires, I'm keeping quiet on the numbers until the cheques are banked but its looking good!

Ben

I quite understand, Ben... Just felt as though I gotta try!

Yes, i do want tickets! PM sent..

Congratulations, it's looking good for Cowes. We might be the only thing out there for people to see at this rate...

[amott]

Launched the Delta 25 for engine trial today after 20 odd years ashore. Ran well apart from one manifold running hotter than the other and covering the drive and stern in black exhaust. Chrysler Marine 318 in her with carter AFB carb. So looking good for Classic Rally. Any ideas on uneven manifold temp?

[Carl]

beautiful

[Scarron]

Originally Posted by amott

Launched the Delta 25 for engine trial today after 20 odd years ashore. Ran well apart from one manifold running hotter than the other and covering the drive and stern in black exhaust. Chrysler Marine 318 in her with carter AFB carb. So looking good for Classic Rally. Any ideas on uneven manifold temp?

Well done Adrian, she is looking great, look forward to seeing her close up in Gunwharf.

Paul.

[Catweazle]

Originally Posted by amott

Launched the Delta 25 for engine trial today after 20 odd years ashore. Ran well apart from one manifold running hotter than the other and covering the drive and stern in black exhaust. Chrysler Marine 318 in her with carter AFB carb. So looking good for Classic Rally. Any ideas on uneven manifold temp?

Some usefull imfo here,sounds like its rich on one bank,
get it sorted or you will have us diesels overtaking you.
http://www.mymopar.com/downloads/carterafbtuning.pdf

[amott]

Originally Posted by Catweazle

Some usefull imfo here,sounds like its rich on one bank,
get it sorted or you will have us diesels overtaking you.
http://www.mymopar.com/downloads/carterafbtuning.pdf

Thanks for that. No excuse for dirty stern now as you diesels see it disappear

[burgundyben]

Originally Posted by amott

Thanks for that. No excuse for dirty stern now as you diesels see it disappear

Excellent stuff!

Those Levi hulls go like stink compared to my trench digger.

We now have 20 boats coming to the rally plus still a few more that might make it.

Everyone keep your fingers crossed for the weather.

[Martin The Talker]

Originally Posted by burgundyben

Excellent stuff!

Those Levi hulls go like stink compared to my trench digger.

We now have 20 boats coming to the rally plus still a few more that might make it.

Everyone keep your fingers crossed for the weather.

Can you post an updated list of boats attending please ?

[Scarron]

Originally Posted by Martin The Talker

Can you post an updated list of boats attending please ?

Martin, the confirmed entries so far are; -

Le Scarron : Levi Triana 25
Playtime II : Fairey Huntsman 28
Blue Corsair : Levi Corsair 28
Lady Emma : Levi Triana 25
Horatia : Nelson 41
Sonnet : Fairey Swordsman 33
Viking : Levi Triana Tropica
Sabre :Fairey Swordsman 33
Zohra :Botved Coronet 21 DC
Midnight Blue : Fairey Huntsman 28
Hamble Sword :Fairey Swordsman 33
Laksfors 111: Souter/ Hunt
Thunderbolt : Christina 25
Basta : Fairey Fantome
Invincible : Fairey Huntress 23
Spearious : Fairey Spearfish
Ocean Pirate : Brooke Marine 40
Scherazade : Levi Delta 25 / David Stills
Zoleka : Fairey Swordsman 33
La Garoupe III : Christina 25
Floating Charge : Fairey Huntsman 31
Xanthus : Fairey Huntsman 31

Also we have half a dozen 'probables' who are working to get there [including me - I've just put another coat of varnish on the cabin doors and I am now going to bed..]

It's shaping up to be a great weekend.

Paul.

[Scarron]

If you would like to stop by and say hello, this what we'll be up to: - The "Joining instructions" are here

Paul

[Martin The Talker]

Originally Posted by Scarron

Martin, the confirmed entries so far are; -

Le Scarron : Levi Triana 25
Playtime II : Fairey Huntsman 28
Blue Corsair : Levi Corsair 28
Lady Emma : Levi Triana 25
Horatia : Nelson 41
Sonnet : Fairey Swordsman 33
Viking : Levi Triana Tropica
Sabre :Fairey Swordsman 33
Zohra :Botved Coronet 21 DC
Midnight Blue : Fairey Huntsman 28
Hamble Sword :Fairey Swordsman 33
Laksfors 111: Souter/ Hunt
Thunderbolt : Christina 25
Basta : Fairey Fantome
Invincible : Fairey Huntress 23
Spearious : Fairey Spearfish
Ocean Pirate : Brooke Marine 40
Scherazade : Levi Delta 25 / David Stills
Zoleka : Fairey Swordsman 33
La Garoupe III : Christina 25
Floating Charge : Fairey Huntsman 31
Xanthus : Fairey Huntsman 31

Also we have half a dozen 'probables' who are working to get there [including me - I've just put another coat of varnish on the cabin doors and I am now going to bed..]

It's shaping up to be a great weekend.

Paul.

Thanks for the list - what a great selection of race boats from the 60's & 70's !
Will be great to see your fleet at Cowes.
I remember Laksfors III (For one) when she was at Cowes first time round !
Are you going to line up as a "guard of honour" as the present-day racers depart off the RYS ?
Even better, a similar line-up at the finish !
Thanks for the hard work in getting so many to commit to attend & of course to the owners & restorers too !

[White Egret]

Hi All,
Just a quick hello to all of you Cowes Classic supporters.
I have just bought 'White Egret' a Levi Triana 25.
She has recently been shipped from Guernsey to Yarmouth, Isle of Wight (Her new home port).
Unfortunately due to my youngest daughter getting married on the Saturday,
(How inconsiderate) I will not be able to attend with the boat this year, but will try to get to Cowes on Monday morning to meet any of you that are still in the Haven.
May I take this opportunity to wish you all a very successful weekend.
Keep up the good work.
Can't wait for 2012.

Barry