I finally fixed my speedo and broke out the GPS to compare.
Running solo with less than 1/2 tank she hit 73.6 on the GPS and showed about 72 on the speedo at 4800rpm. This was running up river with the wind in a light chop; the tide was slack.
I made a second pass running down river and saw 71.8 GPS and 71 on the speedo at the same 4800. My previous top speed recorded was just shy of 72 with 2 people on board and low on fuel.
My speedo reacts slowly so there may still be a small blockage in the drive/pito.
The boat is vary sensitive to trim with the 3 blade Mirage non-plus. Too much and she slows down; not enough and she feels like she's dragging. I plan to buy a Merc Rev 4 at some point knowing the whole boat lifts much more and performs better at all speeds except WOT.
I also plan to pull the mufflers soon now that summer is just about over. I believe there is another 100rpm to be had.