When you get the boat be sure to have Bennett trim tabs installed. IMO it is the best aftermarket device you can have on a boat that will be in the waters you intend to frequent.

My 19 ft center console is 37 yrs old and has Bennett trim tabs. While it is smaller than what you have in mind, this tiny boat has had some exceptional adventures. Wouldn't have considered many trips without the extra control of trim tabs. Has been across Lake Ontario from Rochester NY to Cobourg Canada, from Wahweap to Bullfrog on Powell during thunderstorms, crossed Lake Pend Oreille from Garfield bay to the Monarchs with some wicked waves, and has been as far as Tortuga Island from San Carlos Mexico.

Imagine what a 22-24 foot boat so equipped could do!

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