8 degrees sound just on the high side but should work. How much of a flat spot do you have on the front sponson until the 8 degrees increases or changes? My rule of thumb is approximately 1/2 the size of the sponson.

Also what is the overal length of the hull? 410 grams is extremely light! The motor I plan to use weighs in at 475 grams. [X(]

Get her wet and tell us how she does. It looks awesome!

Ryan