Deepwater Special GP-247

This hull was originally built in 1979 for Norman Lauterbach known to many as 'Uncle Norman'.

This hull went on to win the 1984 Nationals with Tom Baker driving.

Tom Bertolini applying 6 mm Sapele decking.

Skid fin is fitted.

Additional 3 mm of Sapele was added to the bottom bringing the thickness up to 9 mm.

A lot of the classic woodwork was done by Henry Lauterbach.

The original inscription can still be clearly made out.

Many frames are used in the building of this Lauterbach hydro.

The original trailer is restored.

The deck is on.