Proper Set Up

[owens repair 52]

I HAVE A 1989 XTB-21 ALLISON BOAT, ANY BODY KNOW THE PROPER WAY TO SET UP THIS BEAST? HAS A 2000 280,345HP OFFSHORE RACING MERCURY MOTOR ON IT. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREAT, THANKS FRANK OWENSREPAIR@AOL.COM

[vector mike]

A friend of mine has an Alison 2002XB with a 280ss on it. He has his set back at 11" and the propshaft 1/8" below the pad. He has tried the height all over the place and says that it handles the best there. He has tried 5 different props and says the Hoss Triton 1 is the best all around prop for that boat.

[BarryStrawn]

Try asking on the message board at http://allisonowners.com/ and make sure to register your rig. There are a few XTBs around but I've never heard of one with that much engine. You could also check with Jim Barnes at the factory. http://allisonboats.com/