Miss Close Shave II, N-73
OWNER
Owners Name Loren E. Charley
City/State New Albany, Indiana
Drivers Name (owner)
BOAT
Hull Type/Class Original hull - 225 cubic inch class hydroplane (N)
Built in 1960 by owner
LOA 16' 2"
Beam 7' 3"
MOTOR
Motor Description 6 cylinder - Modified - 1941 Ford 221 cu in unknown hp
The 1941 Ford was modified to the APBA rules. Stock block, high compression pistons, high lift camshaft was made and engine work was performed by Clay Smith. 3 carburetors. High compression head by Knudsen of Los Angles, CA. Last raced with a V8 Studebacker engine.
Gearbox/Direct Drive direct
Propeller Mfg. & Size 12" mfg unknown
HISTORY
Years Raced 1957 - 1963
Launch: crane