Got my new 8" hydro JP on and set at 3" below pad. Whole different boat, rides better and takes the rough stuff better. Dealer had it rigged wrong with a 6" JP. Called the factory and was told that the 396 required an 8" JP. Contacted the dealer and they were great, they agreed they rigged it wrong and took care of everything in a timely manner. While I had it there I had a gauge installed for the JP, didn't have one before. Therefore I had no idea where I was in relation to the pad, now I do and all is right with the world. After a year and a half, I'm happy with my boat.![]()