2003 201 Stratos, 6" jackplate, 2005 225 ETEC, 26 trophy 4 blade, 2 5/8" below pad, Speed 2 people, empty storage, 1/3 tank of gas, 76 gps. Boat does not seem to have enough lift with the four blade, now I am use to a 203 Champion before with a 25 raker, with lots of lift. Hole shot seem slow. Just bought it and this was from the test ride, Considering a 28p RakerII,
You may have had a 24 Raker, but not a 25. They only come in even sizes.
For your boat, it will be hard to beat a 27 Tempest. You should also try the 28 Raker II if you are going to be running somewhat light (like AB).
If you stay with the Trophy or go with a Tempest, you can help the holeshot by adjusting the PVS plugs.
Sounds like you have a runner.
Jason Phillips
Had the old raker repitched and balanced/worked on the Champion. The tempest just takes so long to set up I feel, The rakers are much easier. For the Stratos
A 27 Tempest works pretty well on the 201/225HO.
Kenneth
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