I have the 2008 Z6 with a 'fin' and not sure what to compare it to as far as getting up on plane but I am learning how to take off so to speak with the trim. I have only had it out 3-4 times so not completely sure what is the ideal way to get the best hole shot. Of course, depending on whether I am alone, live well full, amount of gas, etc. will change things. One thing for me, I probably will not keep a full gas tank since I do not run for long in the area I fish (most of the time) and would rather keep fresh gas in the tank anyway ( I do keep my boat in a garage, so the full tank condensation issue is not a problem and I do not use ethanol gas plus I use sta-bil to be safe). Also, if you look back a few days ago, this issue was discussed at length. I was concerned after reading about this just before I bought my boat and the topic about the Z6 pulling to the right was another but neither issue is a problem with my boat....I am a happy man. You will be also....good luck. kenny