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taberz

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  1. Thanks for the quick reply! The boat is a 07 and to my knowledge all is factory as the boat only has 40 hours-no service history with Merc. I have no idea of the gear ratio. I will have my tech get that info and will go with your advice of switching to 24s. I have noticed the nicks but I didn't think that would have an impact on this issue. If so, let me know.
  2. I just bought a 248ls with the 496/B3 setup-my first Monterey and I love it. The boat runs great-once I'm on plane, but seems to struggle at hole shot. I had my two buddies riding in bow to assist take off. That size boat with that size motor shouldn't have issues-right? The props are SS 26p and came with the boat. When I returned to my slip and lifted the boat, I noticed the drive and it seemed (to me) that it could be trimmed down a few more inches-but my trim motor won't allow anymore. See attached photo, taken with my phone so may not do any justice. I asked the Mercury tech at the marina to take a look. He flat out said to drop to a 24p prop set. My concern with that is I could over-rev the motor and lose some top end. He also mentioned a drive spacer to lower the entire outdrive. Any thoughts?
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