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Replacing the OEM steering system on a Runabout not only alters the riders’ ergonomics but also provides a stronger steering pole that can withstand the higher forces that are applied during race conditions. Some companies offer cheaper solutions that usually provide part of the steering system. Such a system weakens the whole steering pole and when higher forces are applied it breaks like… a cucumber. To avoid any hazards it is advised to install from the beginning a proper heavy duty steering system in order to avoid any nasty surprises.

The pictured engine belongs to EME1000 race craft that was originally designed for Freestyle use. Crankcases and crank comes from Octane whilst the cylinder block and the head are made by EME. This is the 1000cc version and produces 210hp. It features a dual cooling system and has a specially built race pipe manufactured from titanium by Factory Pipe. The engine is fed by dual Novi new generation carbs and a set of pneumatic power valves are installed at the exhaust side. Note the tricky gas tank that keeps the minimum gas needed for practice or race. The ignition comes from MSD and originally designed for the particular engine.

Lots of tuners use to build race boats for the Ski Open Class that are equipped with RRP pole bracket in order to enhance the incoming air to the engine compartment. Though, according to IJSBA rules it is prohibited to alter the deck shape or to make any modifications to it. Therefore, adding an extra hole to it may bring you first to the finish line though you may end up not passing the technical inspection and DQed.

Rumors are currently going around about the change of rules in Pro Ski class. Among the new regulations it might possibly permitted the use cylinders with bigger displacement up to 900cc or even 1000cc. During the World Finals a Japanese company had on display such a cylinder block which was machined from billet aluminum and it also featured CNC machined pneumatic power valves. We have already been informed that other famous tuners like Steve Webster of Jet Ski Unlimited plan to build tricky Yamaha for next year’s World Finals.

After many good years of support, like in motorcycle racing, an internal decision has forced Corona to end the sponsorship of the European Championship. Yves is currently in discussion with potential new sponsors. The GLC company (Gilles and Elodie), who found the sponsorship from Corona have kindly given all the race equipment including the lorry to the EJSBA. Many thanks goes to Corona, Gilles and Elodie for this long relationship and one that has helped make the sport grow in Europe. Therefore, for the 2008 season rules are ready, the creation of the EJSBA will continue and will be operational before the end of the year. Yves Van Heers would like to thank anyone who gave him a hand for the European Tour.

Once again Jet Raid gave to pilots, staff and mechanics a different way to fill the jet ski life. After 1000 km of race and specials events in the Argentinean water they finished the event with a new World IJSBA raid champion, S.Ente, from Belgium. The beginning of the race was in the Parana Delta where the pilots had to go to different waypoints inside of hundreds of rivers. There A.Ferrer from Spain specialized in the Dakar and P.Fernandez took the front but the ocean arrived and the pilots with Kawasaki Ultra like P.de Wispelaere and Moss took the advantage of that craft. Finally they won the f2 category. Anyway, Vivanco enjoyed the crowd with big jumps on the waves. With a special Yamaha suv 4 stroke from Audemar Jet, Bourseau (France) and Panoussis (Greece) battle against Boulay and Doukhi, also from France in the F2 category. They both finished in 2nd place in F2 class. The 2 off shores to Pinamar from San Bernardo with waves of more of 3m heart bodies and jets. S. Martinez (Uruguay) abandoned the race because of personal injures and the team Nel – Fritch from South Africa and Austria did the same because of a broken Ultra. Still on the race M.Ortiz (Spain), Aliaga (Peru), Saavedra (Argentina), Soto (Peru) and Casa (Uruguay), went on fighting against a wild sea. The race had to cross Samborombon Bay twice, a navigation of 120 km full of problems and bad weather. At least, the remained 12 pilots finished the race.

Recently, ex Rius Racing chief mechanic Christophe Girello and his wife Karine put an end to their cooperation with Rius Racing. They cooperated with ex Rius mechanic and manager Frenchman Lilian Beaumer and opened a new business in Havasu, scoping to sell pwc’s, develop special parts and built race crafts of any kind. You may reach them at TECH ONE RACING: 1640 W. Acoma Unit A 112, Lake Havasu City AZ 86403 - USA Ph.001.928.680.62.00 / Fax.001.928.680.62.01 www.techoneracing.com