Hi Oldboat. I don't know the answer to your questions. You probably are already aware, but there are a couple of "stickies" in the Motors forum that might provide some guidance. One provides a formula for calculating max HP for a given hull. Another is a link to a prop calculator.
Anyway, like others I'm sure, I sure look forward to seeing more of your boat.
Anyway, like others I'm sure, I sure look forward to seeing more of your boat.