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Old 04-04-2016, 07:53 PM
gofastsandman gofastsandman is offline
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Originally Posted by Snookerd View Post
Finally ran the boat after the 20hr service and raised the motor all the way on the transom. Hit 6K RPM's for the 1st time with the 18.5 prop. I was at 48 mph at 6K with 3 people and 1/2 a tank. My slippage is only 6% according to Mercury's calculator. Looks like I'm dialed as much I am going to get dialed! Put about 65 miles on her yesterday.

Jonas had a good time handling her for half the trip. Personal auto pilot!
That sounds great Danny.
She will loosen up with more hours.
6% is a strong number.
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