Rouen - Page 2

the shrink · 07-02-2007, 04:46 PM

The plan is to run the SL 90, with the 90 etec that was at Coniston, at Rouen and at the Polish endurance rece in July, more details to follow

Matt · 07-02-2007, 04:47 PM

Need an extra driver?

FrenchPhil · 07-02-2007, 07:59 PM

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Originally Posted by the shrink

The plan is to run the SL 90, with the 90 etec that was at Coniston, at Rouen and at the Polish endurance rece in July, more details to follow

There was a 90 ETec in Rouen 2006 ???

the shrink · 08-02-2007, 08:40 PM

no ,do not think anyone as run a 90 ETEC before, so we will be the first

Chris Davies · 09-02-2007, 10:27 AM

You are right. The only teams running EPA engines last year were the Drakkar Inshore team with a Mercury and the CMN team running a Honda on their Azicat. The Mercury Moore beat the Honda Azicat by just 2 laps, close racing after 24 hours! If you only get to see one powerboat race this year make sure its the Rouen 24 Hour Race, its what all other events wish their's was like.

hellcat · 09-02-2007, 03:22 PM

Rouen 24 Hour Race, would anyone like to be included in one of the UK teams?
I have a short-list for team 2, both boats will be SL90 Race Fighters, powered by 90hp E-TEC motors.
I have not finalised the team, there are more names than spaces, but I would like to get the best mix possible.
There is a cost, (unfortunately!), but the effort will be done properly.
The race driving style is just as suited to "offshore" as "circuit", stints of up to 2 hours a time, but a hugely rewarding event with massive coverage.
If you would like a chance to participate, as a driver, or crew, feel free to contact me.
Age limit ... over 18.
For more details Nigel Hall, 07778 902 497

FrenchPhil · 09-02-2007, 03:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris Davies

You are right. The only teams running EPA engines last year were the Drakkar Inshore team with a Mercury and the CMN team running a Honda on their Azicat. The Mercury Moore beat the Honda Azicat by just 2 laps, close racing after 24 hours! If you only get to see one powerboat race this year make sure its the Rouen 24 Hour Race, its what all other events wish their's was like.

The EPA engines raced in 2006, were the Mercury 60 4 stroke in Classe 1, the 200XS Optimax in Class 2 & the 225 Evinrude ETec in the Class 3. The CMN dropped the Honda 50 years ago.

Chris Davies · 09-02-2007, 04:47 PM

Should have qualified my statement by saying in Class 1 last year. Teams have been using EPA for a while now in Class 3 and 2. This year the Hellcat team with have 'factory' support from BRP, which I think is a first for Class 1.

FrenchPhil · 09-02-2007, 07:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Chris Davies

Should have qualified my statement by saying in Class 1 last year. Teams have been using EPA for a while now in Class 3 and 2.

Sorry Chris but 2006 was the first year Class 3 had EPA motors.

Chris Davies · 09-02-2007, 08:33 PM

Ok, so what class did the Mercury OptiMax engines run in when they won the race back in 1999?

FrenchPhil · 09-02-2007, 08:59 PM

Class 2 is a 2L category, as EPA engines are allowed a 30% bonus, the 2.5L 200XS Optimax fits. However they did start in the X - Experimental category.

floater · 15-02-2007, 11:25 PM

how are you getting on with team 2 nigel, jan did you still want someone to assess your kids for level 2 ( i'm the one who put ribba ed in the water on 250 shoot!!!!!)