Congrats on the splash Dave
She looks good in the water. The black trim is sharp.
I'm really impressed with your numbers so far. Is that pushing 315hp? Seems like a good match for the 25. Minimum planing speed, although already impressive, should be a bit better after your tab extensions. I'm also sure that they will be way more responsive from the top. I only touch the button for a split second. They are super sensitive with the plates.
In my experience, (going only 30 mph max) with a crew in the boat, you will need the tab extensions. At that speed, when someone moves a foot, one way or the other, she will lay on her side. You will want the tabs to be sensitive (and to keep your hand pretty close to the switch)
I don't know what happens at 43...
With the raised floor, I think you will feel safer at the helm once you get the windshield in. When I stand on a cooler, I still feel like I'm cradled like a baby.
I'll be sad to see this thread end so take your time finishing her eh
Brandon