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    18X2 Setup Help Please.

    I've got a 2008 18X2 with a 150 HO Etec on it. No jackplate with a 21P Tempest Plus prop. I'm getting anywhere from 54-56 Mph. Any setup ideas on how to increase my speed. I'd like to set it up to get the max out of it. Thanks.

    Jason

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    Re: 18X2 Setup Help Please. (Aripin18X2)

    Read the X2 post on top of page.

    Basically the X2 hull needs a jackplate to keep your prop in cleaner water and reduce slippage which will increase your mph's.

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    Re: 18X2 Setup Help Please. (Aripin18X2)

    Your speeds are about right for a 21" prop. Get an 8" jackplate and a 23" Tempest+ and you'll start to push 60mph.

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