RedactedNarrative: Operator stated he had recently purchased V1 and was in the process of working on the motor.  He put it into the water to see if it would run.  He stated after he started it, he motored away from the bank and heard a "loud pop" from the engine compartment and saw smoke then fire.
NameOfBodyOfWater: CURRENT RIVER
NearestCityTown: RENYO                         