I would like to thank everyone who takes the time to post info on this site. Last january I got my 294. I have played around with it all year getting the right prop and dialing it in. Thanks to the info on this site, i believe i have it where it needs to be. 74.1 gps mph before i have to let off because i ran out of water. There is no more chine. 2.25 inches below the pad running a yamaha 27 m and a 6 inch jackplate. 5900 rpms and water pressure at 29 psi. Cleaned up, cover and in the garage waiting for G ville in march. Thanks again.