Judging by the beautiful photography in your avitar, your already floating! Leave now and youll beat me to Claudios!
Hahahaha....J/K

I agree Dave, he's really a cool and informative guy. Spent alot of time on the phone with him over the last 4 boats Ive owned. He was always spot on with the speeds he has given me over the phone in the past.....I hope hes right with this boat also!

It's ok i'll buy first round since my fuel costs should be lower lol funny how slower and lower go hand in hand!

I tried sportmaster 2" lower on my 382 Fastech without boxes, more slip same speed. Went from bravo 26s to maximus 28 and bravo 30s lab.

If your 700hp compares with the Merc 700's then the results should follow. Current relief hull 382's are running 95-96 MPH so that agrees with what the prop guy said. You should realistically be 90++
Good luck. Sounds like you will have a fun season.