When I got my boat last year it had a rotted deck & a softball size hole through it between the seats. I just wanted to get on the water so I did a cover over with 1/2 plywood & new carpet. It was running in the 4500 rpm range & was fast enough for me. Well, this year I replaced the deck & foam. WOW what a difference the weight makes. I'm now running at 4900/5000 rpm & it's quite a bit faster & with a new control box (on it's way), it should be even better than that. I didn't get a chance to check the speed yet, forgot to bring the GPS, but next time for sure. I know this speed is nothing for some of you, but plenty for me right now. Just wanted to sound off.
Let us know the gps speed next time you go out!