53mph is all my 18x54 custom 1/8" aluminum runs with a 115 Yamaha, just cant expect bass boat speeds out of these thick commercial hulls that are not hyperlift. No torque steer and ability to turn without blowing out is the most important thing I look for when prop hunting cause it is what makes driving a boat enjoyable. Why not try a 23 pitch Spitfire since you say it handles great and your hitting 6000 and see if you can keep 5800 RPMs when your are on step and get your motor jacked up with that hydraulic jack plate?
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