First run in the v didnt go too hot. Had mechanic buddy of mine rebuild carbs, Run # 2 was great. No gps or decent speedo but will guess 42-47.

I can attest to the durability of the hull though, I ran in the gulf in a pretty good chop and the boat felt solid and was pretty dry. Also on the way out i winged a manatee at about thirty mph. The boat launched to the right so i obviously didnt hit it with prop thank god.

This boat could use some trim tabs though.

Trim tabs make a BIG difference in the ride characteristic - I recommend it.

Put em' on mine and now can trim down to eliminate pounding, plus tune in the ride for assorted conditions. Getting the forward / cutting edge of the bow to work through the waves just enough settles the ride down very well.

Capt Pete's got another 225 runnin' around here...disguised as a docile 150...
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y90...in/NJ71152.jpg

and let's not forget the T-Topped CC complete w/bracket and 250 Opti on Ridgerunner's...his disguised as a BULLET...lol!!..
http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y90...n/DSCN0378.jpg
Oops!!...need to point out I took this pic before Vic swapped the 250 EFI for the 250 Opti...I think he's saved college tuition on fuel!!...and what I owe these two guys in V-20 Attaboy Coupons we'll save for another thread...

So no sweat on the extra ponies...yer V will handle it...welcome to the board and post us up some pics...doesn't matter the condition...we've seen 'em in all states of readiness...:fam:

Good call on the fuel consumption, this is the smallest boat ive owned in 20 yrs. But i love the simplicity of the boat. But guys i gotta tell ya this boat is fast but a hog on fuel, yikes. but i kinda dont give a sheit, I paid 2200.00 for the boat and a pos trailer, with a mega favor owed to my mechanic, and a 500 dollar trailer with cheap rebuild im still about 20k cheaper than my last 2 boats.I would not change a thing. Thanks for the input and info. Oh and i plan to post some pics, please bear with me as im a computer dumb arse.

Should get 50 mph + with that 225 when set up right......have fun.

Ran today on smooth water, no gps yet but am very confident i was north of 50 :oh: