Really nice CM . I will say it looks stern heavy as another poster said the same. I will have to agree SC big blocks and extension boxes on a 28 footer would be really stern heavy.

In the pics it looks stern deep / drafts a lot of water. The extension boxes on the boat also moved the center of gravity and the center of balance even further aft (back) especially on shorter boats. No offense, I really like the boat. Maybe some bigger trim tabs might settle it down at the higher speeds and props as well.

Also keep your eye on water reversion especially just sitting in the water - engine off. I only say this because possible stern is drafting too deep in the water.

Congrats on the new ride!

Any speed updates on your new ride?

82mph seems to be it.

Spent the past weekend at Cumberland and with 4 people, 100gal of fuel and all my overnight anchor stuff saw 81 on the gps leaving the Raftup - Boat is much more stable now that I'm getting some seat time. Intercoolers and some prop changes are in store for next year.

That's a sweet set-up! That boat has to be a blast to drive.

Checkmates are drivers' boats. Get the hang of it and you'll be fine. I run my 283 on LOTO and it's always been predictable. Tuck the drives in and tab down when it gets rough and there will be no surprises. It's a fun hull.