Preferred *Power?????

I am running a 175 HP Johnson ob on my 1985 CC.

Near Top speed (never maxed it out) will do 36.5 knots/42 mph with full fuel/ 2 people, and too many fishing rods!!! Does this sound in line with others here????

Have trim tabs, they help, especially on long runs with a chop, they certainly can soften the angle of entry.