Hi guys

I lack the knowledge of outboard motors short of doing basic maintenance so I am sure someone here can help. I have only been boating for a few years but learning.

I have a stock 2000 Mercury 2-STROKE (Series 60ELPTO) .
Currently a SS 10 x 14p prop.
Nauticus smart tabs are installed, it gets on top NOW.
I can't put a bigger motor on the back b/c I am pushing the weight limit now.

Short of spending a huge amount of money here, is there anything I can do to my motor to get more power/ hp ?
I have also looked into props, they just dont make the pitch I need/want.
As of this w/end, I will be installing some jacks/manual adjusting mounts. I can get my motor up another 3 1/2 inches. This should help.

Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated.