South Paw Y-6
owner / driver Richard Delsener
location Eastpointe, Michigan
hull info / class Original hull - 850cc class hydroplane. Built in 1978 by Larry Lauterbach using Henry Lauterbach designs
LOA / beam 13' 9" / 6' 7"
motor Four cylinder - Modified - 901cc Sumbeam Imp. approx - 120HP
Fuel Injected - running on Methanol. Capable of 9500 RPM - Engines by Mr. Clean
gearbox direct-drive
propeller Mercury  7-15/16 x 13
years raced 1980 - 1984
National Champion 1982
National High Point Champion 1984
U.I.M. World Champion 1984
Kentucky Governors Cup Winner 1984
M.A.C.H. Series Champion 1984
Launch: crane