Trim Tabs on a 20

Trayder · #1 02-27-2002, 10:58 PM

I am going to install tabs on my 20. The new 20 ft SeaCrafts have Lencos installed, at least the ones I have seen at shows. I like the Lencos due to their easy instalation, lack of resivoir, and nice control panel.
On the other hand I have a Bennet system on the other boat and have never had a complaint or issue and am weary of the lencos with putting electronics in the water. Any suggestions, what do you 20ft owners have on your boat?

Scott · #2 02-27-2002, 11:34 PM

To add to this I would like to know the same but for the 23 CC. I have heard lots of good and bad about both, and Trayder/Seafari I know we have had some limited discussion around this subject. I too like the thoughts of the ease of installation of the Lencos (no hydraulic tanks/lines) but have only had personal experience with Bennett tabs. Does anyone have any experience with the new tabs by Bennett M-120 ???

SEAFARI · #3 02-27-2002, 11:39 PM

HI JASON,
CHECK OUT THESE BENNETTS. I LIKE THAT THEY ARE
SMALL WITH THE "BAT WING" STYLE. THE COMPLETE
KIT W/ROCKER SWITCH IS ONLY $350 FROM BOAT FIX.
I'M GETTING THE M-80'S FOR MY 20'. THE GUY
TABMAN IS VERY HELPFUL FOR SERVICE ISSUES AND
WILL EVEN EXCHANGE PARTS FOR SOME APPLICATIONS.
http://www.bennetttrimtabs.com/m80120.htm

CHRIS

SEAFARI · #4 02-27-2002, 11:45 PM

HI SCOTT,
I WOULD CHECK OUT THOSE M-120'S FOR THE 23'

CHRIS

Trayder · #5 02-27-2002, 11:51 PM

I agree chris-

Tabman makes it tough to buy anything other then Bennets. I think I am sold. Where are you putting the resivoir? It is in the Console on my other boat, very nice to have it out of the elements.

Scott · #6 02-28-2002, 11:29 PM

Jason and Chris

I emailed Bennett about those tabs as I was very interested. I really like the compact nature (if they are big enough to function properly for my scenario) ....BUT ....given the nature of what they are going on (the heavier hull) they felt that I would benefit and be much happier with a larger tab to the tune of the 24 x 9. I need to get the person at Bennett more info so he can size appropriately. Was really hoping to get away with a smaller tab....but if they dont think it will work so be it [img]images/icons/frown.gif[/img]