I am on a lake that is super strict and the max size is 19'. I really want a v-drive but I guess a direct drive will work. Any suggestions for a 19' vdrive that throws a macking tube and kneeboard wake?
You may have to look into an i/o. There's plenty on the market with towers and if you can find one with a V8 you'll have plenty of HP to drop in some ballast. Even a newer fuel injected 4.3 L will give you enough ponies to put in 1000-1500 lbs, play with your trim and you can get a decent enough wake to do 3's, basic inverts, and still have a great time.
We will be selling our boat soon.... '88 Supra TS6M Comp.... think it's 19'7". DD, but when weighted, wake is pretty good considering.... I can send more info/pics if you want...
Here's an XStar that I saw for sale. Guy said he added ballast system and wrap. He's probably got at least $5000 in man hours on this one... Might make him an offer?