Forgotton Flathead

Aftermarket V8-60 by Texan T. Noah “Tiny” Smith Jr., engine developer of a unique and successful V8-60 engine found in prewar Midgets. Sounds like it worked as well as it looked. Who wouldn’t like all that sculptured cast aluminum…the fins, etc. The article stated the company didn’t make many of …

Olive Oil prevents wood from rotting

Dutch scientists have discovered that a certain fungus protects wood from rotting if the wood is coated with olive oil. Editor’s Notes: I always read through these “studies” with reservations. Linseed oil was a main ingredient in outside coatings (marine, deck, fence, siding, etc. ) for centuries (the “oil” in …

1962 Shepherd

I found this great pic of the two-seater that got into “some trouble with the law one night” and hit a buoy and sunk. Article below. I remember folks talking about the hydro on our old message board.

Monthly Calendars

Happy New Year!  Monthly calendars will once again be available for 2018. I only have January’s done for now. If the APBA V&H folks send me a schedule of their 2018 events this year, I will mark those dates on the calendars.

UNLIMITED NewsJournal

The December issue of the UNLIMITED NewsJournal is now online. The latest issue features our exclusive Season Review – A recap of the H1 racing season, statistical summary, and photos from the events. THE 2017 SEASON REVIEW: A year of few races, small fields, and close competition by Andy Muntz. …

RC – Stingray

I’ve attached a picture of an RC boat that was sold years ago by Enforcer boats. According to them, it was “scaled after a 2.5 Pinto powered 18’ hydroplane.” I have 2 of these. Does anyone recognize this hull? I’m trying to get some documentation on it to start a …