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    does anyone run a 175 on their Nitro?

    Getting ready to swap motors from a Merc 115 carb to a Merc 175 EFI on my NX882. Just curious as to what I can expect out of the boat as far as speed and handling goes. I have asked around and been told to use a 25P Tempest prop or a 24P Trophy. Do any of you Nitro owners run a 175 motor?

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    I have a 175 Pro on my Z18. Very happy with the power. I'm not a guy who's really into top speeds, or overly concerned with my hole shot, but it gets up and at it quickly enough for me. I've had it up to 65 on GPS for short bursts (still in break in).

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    #3
    My '16 Z18 HAS THE 175 Pro XS. It only has about 10 hours on it, but have been very pleased with it. I'm running a 24p Fury 4. The hole shot it great and last weekend It ran 64.1 gps @ 5950 rpm with me (230lbs), co-angler (200 lbs), half a tank of fuel, and a full tournament load of gear. She went 67.4 later I in the day with just me and the same load. I think it has more in it with so more JP and trim adjustments.
    '17 Nitro Z21, 250ProXS serial # 2B399616, 24p Fury4, 12" Atlas, Apex 16 @ console, Apex 16 & Apex 13 @ bow, Mega 360, Ultrex, 8ft blades

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    #4
    175 on my 2015 Z7. She flies! Seen 70 GPS a few times, but bad chine. 68.5 easy with 2 BIG guys and a ton of gear w/2 talons.