Jason, that boat should compliment your CVSS. The V172 has vinyl floors for easy wash down after use, tons of power, fold down seats for sunbathing, floor room for coolers and other items.
I would automatically change plugs, water impeller, fuel diaphram, and lower unit grease. Also run sea foam and power tune to rid of carbon deposits. Welcome to the tower of power club, a club within a club.
Kip, that is a ski tow hoop - high to clear the top of the Mercury.