bought my first champion yesterday

fishyrascal · February 16, 2011, 06:34:35 PM

wow bought a 19 foot champion yesterday 96 model love it it is a cadillac need some help though its got a 200 horsepower evinrude vindicator i would like to get any info i can on what setup will get me the maximum speed i do have a six inch manual jackplate to and what speeds is anybody else getting i havent had a gps on it yet so i dnt know

gdaddybassmaster · February 16, 2011, 07:21:34 PM

Congrats! Ain't nothing like the Champion ride.

Most used prop to pad setting on Champs is 3.5 inches.
Please post a picture or two of it!
GD

Donald Garner · February 17, 2011, 01:44:47 AM

Congrats on the new ride.

When you get the chance post some pictures

BassBUFF · February 17, 2011, 04:41:08 AM

Congrats on the boat!

Make sure to record the WOT rpms along with your GPS speed so the folks will have an idea to work with in helping you get it set-up.

SNAGGER51 · February 17, 2011, 07:50:32 AM

Champions are not built for speed (hull design and weight)...mine runs great in rough water...fully loaded,gps 68.7...1/3 tank and fishing alone, 70-72. I run a Merc. with a 26 in. tempest plus...hope this helps.

P.S. my boat is a 1993 19 ft. w/200 hp...also, fully loaded is full gas, two people (appox. 430 lbs.) and max. tackle.

fishyrascal · February 18, 2011, 06:34:56 AM

here is the only pic i have for now for 5500 i think i got a deal

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BHubb · February 18, 2011, 11:29:42 AM

Congrats on the new ride. Looks good

Drrobertray · February 18, 2011, 01:26:48 PM

Looks good man! I love the front decks on those boats!!! HUGE!