Jack plate

I have a freind that just bought a 1996 Skeeter SX180 with a 150 Rude.
The last owner just put a new jack plate on it and isnt sure if its even set right.
what are the right measurements for this? Or at least the starting point?
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3 " is a good starting point

What jeff said and as you raise it up keep an eye on water pressure. The city lake should be big enough to stretch it out. http://www.bassboatcentral.com/smileys/Laugh.gif http://www.bassboatcentral.com/smileys/Laugh.gif

remember the erude needs minimum 20 lbs water pressure.