GALE V  U-55
OWNER
Owners Name Bill & Judy Black
City/State Neosha, Missouri
Drivers Name Bill Black
BOAT
Hull Type/Class Replica hull - Unlimited class hydro (U)
Built by Bill Black. Original Gale V was built in 1954 by Les Staudacher.
LOA 30'
Beam 12'
MOTOR
Motor Description 12 cylinder - Stock - Allison
Gearbox Fairlane
Propeller Mfg. & Size unknown at this time
HISTORY
Years Raced 1954-1955
 
1955 - Gold Cup Champion & National Champion
The original boat was owned by Joe Schoenith of Detroit.
The exploits of the Schoenith family are well known.
Launch: crane