[ThePHNX]

Have set much store by your info, has the `ring' of knowledge and veracity to it. Wasn't it you recommended the Hill 5-blade which I find very interesting.
Another thing mentioned that has our attention is the stern lift factor you and others have pointed out.

If we assume the Seacraft, properly trimmed, is run at best power of 3-3200 RPM through the 1.65 drive and gets on step at just around 30 mph or better, and that little is gained by adding much power beyond that except raw speed in exchange for raw fuel consumption, than I find myself leaning toward a 21" pitch.

Trim will have to be changed of course when returning with 600 pounds of fish!-)

On the Outer Banks of North Carolina, Kitty Hawk Landing, plenty of dock space should you want to drop by and tie up.