Unfortunately I dont think theres alot of V-drive gurus on here.  You might have better luck with that question on one of the V-drive sites or in the V-drive section over on PerformanceBoats.  From what I understand, shaft angle and strut placement are very sensitive to intended HP, get it wrong and you could either have a turd or a wild (uncontrollable) ride.

 Best of luck with your project.

Check out rattlecanloue's GN build on The other site....AWESOME

Did you already give up on the comp jet?

Matt

I will run my Baker tunnel in Comp Jet until I can put something else together that will be competitive.  I bought a project Eliminator Liberty that was set up as an outboard.  My plan was to convert it to a Comp Jet, but the outboard hull is 1-1/2' longer than the original Liberty.  This will not make a competitive Comp Jet.  It might make a good GN boat so I am looking into what that might involve.  I'm just collecting information about a V-drive boat at this time.  My interest remains with Comp Jets.
MrE