I am seeking assistance with the resto of the old Van der Velden Carlsberg Spalding/Seebold boat from circa 1979. This was purchased in a solid but sorry state last year by my friend who has a lot if deep v experience but no hydro. The hull is close to being finished, but we lack engine/leg. I am acutely aware of the issues re modern power on a old boat coupled with no hydro experience, so my friend who will be the only driver is being nagged re safety etc every time we speak. He prefers boats to computers so asked me to seek advice/help on how we get the old girl right to run at Coniston speed records week in November of this year, where Bob Spalding already ran a 129 when the boat was 'in service'. We have ruled out period V8/V6 engines due to rarity/cost/weight(V8) etc so are heading towards more modern power with a suitable leg etc. The UK is not the right place to deal with this however, so I was kinda relieved to find BRF. Wish it was easier to move to the States.....all suggestions gratefully accepted and thanks for reading this!
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