The stringers are good. I have trim at the wheel, both motor trim and jack plate. I'll keep the tank in the rear. I am aware of the need for a good vest as well. Thanks for the info.

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Damn....Chet's boat definitely moves. THANKS for the insight....

CHET, Any chance I can bug you with a few questions? I'm new to the boat, club, and am in the process of setting up a viper. I posted some pics and will post a few more with the newer motor hung on it. My questions are regarding weight dispursement in the stern, gas tank placement, and running premi...

Will do, THANKS...

The reason I ask is the stern is getting rather heavy with the 150 on the rear. Any suggestions? What if anything can be redo to off-set the heavy motor?

I have a few questions. First, how does a fuel cell the bow work in these boats? Second, I mounted a 2000 Merc XR6 on the boat and am wondering if anyone has any thoughts on plugging the 2 cycle oil pump and running pre mixing instead of having a oil reservior in the stern? Thanks....

Hello.... I purchased this mid 70s' Viper 18 months ago and have been piecing it together....transom elbow stringers, jack plate, 2000 merc xr6, newly recovered interior, carpet, and now am looking for thoughts on the placement of the gas tank. Any thoughts on putting the tank under the bow? How abo...