Bought a VIP 1850 Valiant SS new in Nov 1987.
4.3 OMC Cobra 2bbl.
Ran a cupped 14 1/4 X 21+ SS prop.
Perfect conditions with less than 300 lbs on board,
Speedometer indicated 52mph @4400rpm.
Cruise was approx 30mph @2600rpm or 35mph @ 3000+\-rpm, same load.
Kept boat for 13 years, wish I had it...
