Yale Picklefork Hydroplane

I bought this awesome picklefork hydroplane eight years ago from the racer's son that was originally raced in the 70's. I wanted a super unique and

fast recreational boat so I had a custom aluminum

transom built to accommodate a Yamaha 30hp oil injected short shaft

outboard. This allowed neutral, electric start, reverse and rack and

pinion steering which are all convenience and safety features you don't find on

these boats in race configuration. The stainless steel prop is custom

from Ron Hill Marine. I have the motor sitting a few inches lower than

ideal for speed to improve stability. It still hits 45 MPH on GPS with a 200 lb. driver and

am told is good for at least 60 MPH with a low water pickup and getting

the motor up where it should be for maximum speed. It is surprisingly

comfortable to drive and very confidence inspiring, exactly the driving

experience I wanted. With that in mind it is still scary fast! All

seams on the boat and potential spots for water intrusion were sealed

with 2-part epoxy before prep and paint with the best quality marine

paint, Pettit EZPoxy, to prevent water damage to the beautiful hardwood

construction. This boat turns every head on the water or on the

trailer. Will safely float two people total weight around 350 lbs at a

standstill. You'd be hard pressed to find a cooler water toy. Includes

trailer with LED lights, fresh wheel bearings and bearing buddies. Drag, race, pickle fork, vdrive, v-drive, v drive, tunnel hull, class, hydro plane