The 6 Gets Shanked Again

[Mike McKnight]

Ok is anyone a little pissed about H1 Unlimited and the BS that is being perpetrated? I speak of course of the shank job that Steve David and the 6 team suffered after a brilliant driving job in the final. I was there and I cannot believe they pull this after trophies were awarded and everything!!!

 

[michael winter]

More than a little. H1's PR has hit an all time low this year and pulling this brilliant stunt makes it worse. If I recall, the rulebook says that the head referee has 30 minutes to make a decision after the race. That said, it would have been much better to simply delay the awards until after the data had been thoroughly reviewed, not hand out awards then take them back.

Very poor judgement call on H1's part and Steve had every right to gripe.

H1 is trying to sweep it under the rug on their facebook page. As much as I love Unlimiteds and have the utmost respect for the drivers and crews, my faith in the governing body is rapidly declining.

Mike

 

[Andy Greene]

What happened ????

 

[Hydro Junkie]

The Oberto won the final and then got DQed for a flagrant fuel violation. What bothers me is that the Oberto had a 500+ point lead and that was stripped back to make the lead less than 200. This means Villwock and the Qatar can overtake that legally obtained Oberto point lead in Dubai when, before the DQ, it would have taken a DNF by the Oberto to be able to do so. Do we hear favoritism going on here or what?

 

[Jim Angier]

Hey guys

Do you see the correlations between unlimited ui unlimiteds and our hobby boats?

It is all about politics. It is true just look around.

 

[Mike McKnight]

What actually happened is that the Oberto won the final. They supposedly had cleared the tech trailer as everyone in the final had. They awarded trophies. Then aalmost two hours later they say they apparently didn't see something originally. They told the team about the violation and said that Shane was the winner. They appealed it and were DQed. Then supposedly everything was sent to an independent facility in LA. Nothing else has been said after that. Here's a quote from Steve David from their FB page:

Fascinating final in San Diego

We win, we don't, they appeal we're dsq'd we appeal and now the fuel flow equipment will go to an independent lap for testing. My crew chief and team management believes our win will be reinstated when the equipment is tested. Until then, we'll have to await the outcome, all if which, both for and against us are fair rules that apply to everyone. The issue is H1s fuel flow monitor on the low pressure side. Our N2 was fine, under 110%, and our high fuel flow appears ok. The only real disappointment is for my phenomenal crew and our great fans. Yes there are a few weenie owners in our sport, but on the balance we've got great volunteers, great fans and friendships that transcend racing. Take care, hang in there Oh and to those who believe I spoke harshly in the pits, bite me. To the rest of you, big hugs))

Now there are some that are criticizing Steve for the "Bite Me" remark. So be it. I remember a day when a remark like that would have been pretty tame compared to other things I've heard over the years. Hell back when my brother raced outboards F bombs were the norm. I have never been a huge fan of Steve David, but I really like him now. At least he's got some fire.

 

[Ray Sametz]

"Bite Me" that's pretty tame. Seen worse over "Toy Boats". Ask me how I feel, check my avitar.

 

[RobertWurster]

Just like rc nothing will ever be ? for the loosing boat but start winning and see what happens.It that way in every sport.be interesting to see what the final word is.

 

[kcvnd]

Mike is there any insight on Cooper's team? Are they ever going to return to the sport? I sure loved watching that Allison

 

[Mike McKnight]

Dunno about the 3 Kevin. They used to post a lot on FaceBook and their own website but that has been quiet for about a year now. It would be nice to have them back but who knows. I know at one point they had 5 motors all rebuilt and ready to go....then nothing.

 

[Glenn Gates]

Mike is there any insight on Cooper's team? Are they ever going to return to the sport? I sure loved watching that Allison

I could be mistaken Kevin but I seem to recall Cooper's team being called on a fuel flow issue also-someone correct me if I'm wrong. What has happened to UNLIMITED? They should call it the class with the most rules. I hope they do not bring this kind of show to Sacramento next year. I would also love to see a piston boat competing again-without fuel flow regulations.Glenn

 

[Hydro Junkie]

The 3 never was called on fuel that I know of but, in their ultimate wisdom(or lack there of), some official someplace wanted to start restricting fuel to the Allison. On the surface, that seems all well and good until you look at the differences of turbine and piston engines and how they work. What must be remembered is that, unlike a turbine, restricting fuel flow to a piston engine can and will damage an engine. Even in NASCAR, when they run restrictor plates, it restricts air and fuel, keeping the intake balanced. By restricting just fuel, that balance is upset and the results would range from damaged pistons, rods and cranks to destroyed heads and blocks. In a turbine, restricting fuel decreases how much heat and, indirectly, power is generated. Unlike a piston engine, lowering the fuel won't damage the hot section of a turbine. I actually agree with the Coopers in not racing even though I would love to see that team on the water