Hey Budge,
are you guys thawed out up there yet?
I have heard that the Hydros are finished off nicer than the Maximus at this point. Also, you can get the Hydro in a bow lifting (P5-X) or stern lifting version (P5-Plus?) and in one inch increments.
I just ordered a 27 P5-X that I;m hoping to spin pretty hard (not as hard as you though

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Call and talk with Matt or Julie at Throttle Up. They will work with you to the end
Dave