1978 23 sceptre inboard speed

[riprunner]

At 3000 RPM's I'm getting about the same cruise speed as you on a 23 inboard CC with a 350 as well. The speed has been my only gripe with this boat. Also, I would like to note that I usually run with full tanks, ice, tackle, and enough rods for 3 boats so they are real world numbers. The rough water ability and dry ride is second to none, but man is she slow! The boat is also very affected by weight, everytime you add another person it really slows you down. My outboard center consoles have not been affected by weight nearly as much. I should have gone with a diesel.