Thanks for the info! The horizontal portion of the loader sticks down below keel i will measure it tomorrow and more then likely be modifying it so its slightly in the hole. The droop did pick up speed when installed. So changing the carb out to a 1050 probably would not do much over the 850? i did spend a lot of time porting the intake side of the heads/ polish the ports i did not open up the exhaust side. But it sounds like i need to stick to seating up the pump and ride of the boat before i go any farther with the engine. My Friends that have boats that run 90 mph say my boat rides/lifts out of the water at high speeds nice. But there boats were belt by pros I'm more of a do it your self guy. Theres no fun in going out and buying a boat that you did not build. Thanks For the help so far