Trim tabs

[fisabel]

Guys,

Need you advice again.
Never have installed in any of my boats, but after my last trip offshore decide in install a set in my 20 MA. My questions are:

1- Trim tabs really help to smooth the ride ?
2- Bennett or Lenco
3- Ideal size. 12x12 ?
4- Easy to install for myself ?

your imput will be highly appreciated..

Happy Thanksgivens, safe boating !!!!!

Machetero

[JohnB]

Machetero,
1- Trim tabs really help to smooth the ride ?
Yes, sets the angle of attack and height of the ride to best match the seas. You lose a little speed and gas, but its worth it when it gets choppy. Keeps the bow down and the stern up.
2- Bennett or Lenco
Bennett, After the sale support is second to none in the industry and it's just a good product. Lenco dosen't make a bad product, but I perfer Bennett because of the after the sale support.
3- Ideal size. 12x12 ?
Check with Bennett for the boat/application.
4- Easy to install for myself ?
Yes, but check with them on the placement. That determines alot of how well they perform. Bennett can give you some pretty good and specific advice.
(NO, I don't work for or sell Bennett, just use them a couple of times a week)

[Reel Smoker]

I like Mike, like Bennet over Lenco, being hydraulic I found they work better. I've seen Lencos fail on brand new boats and they are noisy.The Rocker switch in my opinion is the switch to get.RS.

[Miles Offshore]

Im not certain about the smaller boats but 12x12's or 12x8's are the only size that will work. I got the 12x12's for my inboard and they work OK, but I wouldnt mind another additional set for better performance. Tabman who reads this site is the man, offers to help anyone Ive seen on this and several other boards when they have problems. (He has offered advice to help me tie in another set of tabs one chine up when I get ready. For this type of customer service (on a message board ar that!) Bennets rule. I have heard that some Lenco's are having some corrosion problems also, but I understand that they do perform well. Craig

[fisabel]

Thanks guys for your suggestions.
Bought Bennett 12x9 and and I am in middle of installing now.
Let you know later how everithing went.

Machetero

[Tabman]

Thanks guys for your kind words regarding our Trim Tabs and service.

I somehow overlooked this thread since I do visit here often.

Machetero,

I reall want a Seacraft on my project boat page of the Bennett web site. If youtake any pictures I could post of the installation I would would send you an Auto Tab Retactor in payment (same offer goes for any other Seacraft owners). I have a soft spot for these boats!

Let me know if you have any qusetions doing the installation.

Tom McGow
Bennett Marine