Hello I'm a newbie here on this forum and
I just purchaced a 1997 Stratus 201 Pro Elete.
I put a 2005, 200 hp Merc Optimax on back.
Boat has a transom Jack on it.
When I slow down (with transom Jack in high position) the rear of the boat sits so low, that the motor cowling, is 1/3 submerged in the water. (This is Very Concearning to me)
I've driven bass boats for many years, and I do throttle a bit before back wash goes over back of boat.
Motor weighs 518 lbs.
3 deep cycle batteries with 20 gallons of gas.
Spec plate says rated for 240 hp.
Is this normal for this type of boat?
Thanks In advance for your time.