Running 2017 Triton 21TRX replacement hull with 2014 Mercury 250 Pro Xs Optimax w/ 1.75 Torquemaster. 285hrs total 6-7 hours on new powerhead. New Motor Mounts, Steering System, Thermostats, filters, fluids and impeller. I know the 2017's came back slower and I'm seeing a lot of similar speeds from same props.
The boat has Ultrex, 10ft Poles, Hydraulic Jack-Plate Plate w/ the 2 degree wedges, All Group 31 Batteries. Speeds for the load aren't bad I know there's other props to try but just wanting to see what other peoples recommendations, input or opinions are. 400ft above sea level. All runs made between 40-45 degrees outside with 2-4in of chop. Roughly 150lbs of added weight, one person, 3/4 tank fuel, livewells full or empty ran about the same on the top end. All are stock props. All ran best between 9.5-10(full) on Trim. Holeshot and Lift rated scale 1-5.
25 Fury No PVS Plugs 71.9mph @5700rpms Jack-Plate @10 on gauge - Holeshot 1.5/5 - Lift 4/5
25 Trophy Plus Mercury Racing Vent Control Ring No PVS Plugs 70.7mph @5800rpms Jack-Plate @12 on gauge - Holeshot 2/5 - Lift 3.5/5
25 Bravo 1 LT No PVS Plugs 65.1mph @5500rpms Jack-Plate @14 on gauge (lol to big) - Holeshot 3.5/5 - Lift 5/5
23 Fury 4 (2)Solid PVS Plugs 67.8mph @5950rpms Jack-Plate @13 on gauge - Holeshot 4/5 - Lift 5/5
25 Tempest (3)Large PVS Plugs 70.6mph @5850rpms Jack-Plate @14-15 on gauge - Holeshot 4.5/5 - Lift 2/5
24 Tempest (2)Large PVS Plugs (1)Solid PVS Plug 69.7mph @6000rpms Jack-Plate @14-15 on gauge - Holeshot 5/5 - Lift 4.5/5
24 Fury No PVS Plugs 69.2mph @5800rpms Jack-Plate @13-14 on gauge - Holeshot 3.5/5 - Lift 4/5
How I got the best holeshot with the tempest I have no clue was not expecting it. Your guess is as good as mine.
If you guys have any other suggestions let me know but touching 70 in this boat I think is doing pretty good. Tempest had the most stability for sure there was almost no chinewalk which was pretty cool. Thanks.
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