Trim Tabs

[FishMagnet]

I have a 1978 23 ft Potter Sea Craft with a 225 Optimax on a bracket on an open transom. I am planning on having the transom closed and some other modifications done in the near future. I am considering whether to add trim tabs and wanted to get some feedback from those that have them.

Do you use your trim tabs for ride leveling or to trim the bow down in a head sea? Does it make the boat perform a lot better in a chop?

If you had to do it now, would you incur the extra cost to have them installed or is it just a nice convenience?

What kind do you have and would you recommend them or another brand?

Any other thoughts or feedback are appreciated. Thanks in advance for your help.

Richard