Appreciate all the replies. More info:
It’s a 2011, very clean, hull looks to be in good shape. I didn’t notice any leaks in the 3 hours on the water. Very small amount of water in bilge. Got on plane quick and accelerated well.
All fresh water use boat in central Texas. Block cracked in...
Thanks for the reply.
Long block and exhaust manifolds replaced and carb overhauled in Dec 2022 by a boat shop. Had maybe 20 hours on since then. That’s why I lean toward fuel, throttle, and prop.
What do you mean by water logged?
Tested a 2011 Tahoe Q5i with 4.3L mercruiser and 14 x 23” prop. All seemed to be good except WOT resulted in ~3300 RPM & 39 MPH. Two male adults and 1/2 tank of gas with very little gear on board and water & wind were pretty calm. No bogging noted and engine ran fine for the 2+ hours out...
