I think Superbash is running a 20". He's doing a solid 78 mph with a 300 Merc. And she rides beautiful !!

thanks guys for the info.

Hi Guys, i bought lightspeeds 24. it already has a 12" stainless marine set back plate. i asked if a plate would help and he said it's not worth the trouble. it's already set up great, which it is, the thing rocks and loves rough water. my question is if i mounted a plate (detwiler 6") to the stationary bracket what if any benefit would i see? (total 18" setback) also, even if i mounted it on the lowest bolt holes would i screw it up as to only jacking up. one more thing has anyone come up with a good fix for the front bolsters? when we get out in the good snot the bottoms drop out and momma don.t like that, it does make me laugh though. thanks Rick

RCH662,
Glad your having fun. As for the bolsters. I believe there's a spring clip that the bar fits into under the bottom of the seat. If it's popping out, try compressing the clip (hammer) a little. it might work. As for the setback, why play with it. What are we talking about ??? 1 MPH ???

From what I hear lightspeeds old (your new) 24 runs very respectibly as it is. Maybe leave well enough alone( thats also easy for someone else to say)

Good point, why screw with a good setup. the only reason i would consider it is to get the motor lower in the water for a better hole shot & if it would make it better to take the critters tubein. fx 10 i tried pinching the channels. also drilled out the end of the spring bars and put in cotter keys, no workey any other ideas? may be weld on some tabs and quick release pins? thanks Rick

Id go around and make sure all the bolts for all the mounting points are secure cause I found on mine a little wiggling from something being loose would cause an issue...Also check the hinge points. I like your idea of fashioning release pins

Superbash has done just about everything there is to do with his 24'.
12" setback, 18" setback, up, down, 250HP, 300HP, 3 blade, 4 blade...
He is the man to talk to...

what is a good bracket and jackplate to buy?

I have a 12" stainless marine set back (excellent condition) and a cmc 5 1/2 adjustable jackplate(brandnew never hit the water) both for $450.on long island in hampton bays.