GALE V U-55
OWNER |
|
Owners Name |
Bill & Judy Black |
City/State |
Neosha, Missouri |
Drivers Name |
Bill Black |
BOAT |
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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 |