The reviews are in, and we like it. The GTR160 hull has design hints of what we saw in the Carlson boat at the meet a few years ago, narrow center V with inverted cross section in the rear, almost like tunnels or outriggers that lift out of the water at plane, but not as pronounced as the Carlson. Much more comfortable than the CVX-16 pad hull, but also not as fast. It is wider than you would think and the interior feel spacious, The front bucket seats are very comfortable. The windshield is just tall enough to avoid getting blasted, the CVX-18 was the worst/best at putting the wind in your face.
The Etec is great. Snaps to life barely touch the key, quiet and smooth, with a noticeable kick when it hits its power band about 4000 rpm and up. Also sips fuel, tank level has hardly moved since we got it. (or the gas gauge is broke??)
Next its time to tune it for 2 person running, has anyone tried or have an opinion about Michigan Wheel Ballistic Props? I see they have a hub kit for this motor.