M5 will be plenty at sea level. if your 2018 Axis stereo was impressive, I can only assume a 2024 Malibu one will be as good or better.  

PW3 will be a big improvement, and so will the 17" prop for getting you up and going. 

58 minutes ago, MustGoFast said:

Oh other things to think about... Market is good for buyers  check out the options, I got  a killer offer on an m220 this week that was on part with the vlsv and that is a better boat lol

Yeah, I think I got a really good deal. It's the main reason I'm doing it. My buddy got a great deal for a 2023 m220 but he's still thinking it over. The lsv makes more sense for me right now. 

I have a spare nut in my tool box for just in case, but have never replaced one on any of my wake boats. I have had too many repairs done to keep replacing them yearly. Cotter pins on occasion and a shear pin / key stock once from a spun prop. 

Pretty sure it’s written somewhere that you’re supposed to use a new one each time it comes off. Me? I get a new nut after 3 or so times off. 

I have a 2022 M220. I am putting on a new prop and was wondering if I can reuse the same prop nut or if I have to get a new nut. I have read that it was fine to use the same nut again  and also read it should be replaced. If a new nut is required any suggestions on where to purchase? Thanks in advance !