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Tom,

What’s this F311 run for a top speed with your setup?

I am just gathering data (crawl, walk, run) but yesterday with not very good conditions (crowds and people/boat traffic) with full fuel and four people she did 78.6 mph/gps at 5,100 rpms. I did not have the clean water to work on the trim and had to back down due to wakes/traffic.

Sounds like the old bird can fly! :band:

That’s moving Tom. Less fuel and passengers will make her an 80 mph boat easy. Stick time will probably get you there by itself!

What are the engines again?

Pro-built 489s with Quick Fuel 950 cfm carbs. Starboard engine 602.7 lb.-ft./593.1 hp Port 598.3 lb.-ft./592.0 hp

Amateur first try:
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[QUOTE=F14A water jet;4790872]I am just gathering data (crawl, walk, run) but yesterday with not very good conditions (crowds and people/boat traffic) with full fuel and four people she did 78.6 mph/gps at 5,100 rpms. I did not have the clean water to work on the trim and had to back down due to wakes/traffic.[/

That sounds pretty impressive. It sure looks great on the hoist.

Two people (my Wife and I), 2/3 fuel...80.1 mph (gps). I was too busy looking out for smaller boats to see my rpms, trim position, etc...
But I set a pre-determined high-speed trim setting so I know it pretty close to optimal.
I am VERY pleased!!!
Thanks all for your help/support.

Tom... WE NEED VIDEO!!!

I bet she sounds great!

Wow, that’s pretty good for the “rapture.” I second Tom’s comment..... need some video.