215CC Trim Tabs ?
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Push&Pull
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Bennett's run the hydraulic fluid thru the inside of the top end of the actuator hinge, so you have to have access thru the transom at that point. While not impossible, it is a difficult spot to get to on a 215CC.
My guess is most use "Lenco tabs", which are electric (no hydraulic lines). That way you can run the wiring thru the transom more conveniently. You may even consider "Insta-Trim" which run their hydraulic lines outside of the actuators which allows you to route the hydraulic lines higher up the transom.
And finally there are Smart Tabs which are non-hydraulic - automatic, spring-loaded tabs that adjust a preset amount as the boat moves forward.
The real questions you need to ask yourself first, is why you feel you need trim tabs? And is there maybe an easier way to correct whatever it is your trying to improve or correct?
My guess is most use "Lenco tabs", which are electric (no hydraulic lines). That way you can run the wiring thru the transom more conveniently. You may even consider "Insta-Trim" which run their hydraulic lines outside of the actuators which allows you to route the hydraulic lines higher up the transom.
And finally there are Smart Tabs which are non-hydraulic - automatic, spring-loaded tabs that adjust a preset amount as the boat moves forward.
The real questions you need to ask yourself first, is why you feel you need trim tabs? And is there maybe an easier way to correct whatever it is your trying to improve or correct?
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The reason is to make a smoother ride while out in the ocean/bay. My wife has a broken back and I have to travel slower then the average due to her condition and the sea conditions. If I can get the bow down and move through the waves without high bounces then that is what I am trying to accomplish. That being said, based on everything I have read this will at least make it a better ride for her when she goes out with me.
Push&Pull
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OK JJ, sounds like your main need is to get the bow down at slower speeds for a smoother ride. While trim tabs will certainly help with that, the motor itself has a significant amount of control over the boat's trim attitude. (bow up or down)
Another way to help improve trim attitude control and increase holeshot at slower speeds is to install a stabilizer trim plate on the motor. Very easy to do, less cost and extremely effective. It gives the motor more bite and subsequently more control over the boat's trim attitude. Plus the performance gains offset the drag losses a little better than trim tabs. Best part is it works all the time with no moving parts to fail or leak.
Here is a link to a popular model that is inexpensive and can be ordered online. four bolts and you're done. Food for thought.
https://bobsmachine.com/product/true-tracker-stabilizer-plate-90-hp/
Another way to help improve trim attitude control and increase holeshot at slower speeds is to install a stabilizer trim plate on the motor. Very easy to do, less cost and extremely effective. It gives the motor more bite and subsequently more control over the boat's trim attitude. Plus the performance gains offset the drag losses a little better than trim tabs. Best part is it works all the time with no moving parts to fail or leak.
Here is a link to a popular model that is inexpensive and can be ordered online. four bolts and you're done. Food for thought.
https://bobsmachine.com/product/true-tracker-stabilizer-plate-90-hp/
Push&Pull,
That may be an option, I was looking at boat today and before hand I thought I would have room with the swim platform I have, but after further investigation, if I install trim Tabs, the swim platform would have to go. Guess it really up to what I want to do at this point.
That may be an option, I was looking at boat today and before hand I thought I would have room with the swim platform I have, but after further investigation, if I install trim Tabs, the swim platform would have to go. Guess it really up to what I want to do at this point.
Fishin' DC's
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Push&Pull,
The website for the stabilizers indicates "not recommended for offshore". You had any problems with it? Why would that be an issue?
The website for the stabilizers indicates "not recommended for offshore". You had any problems with it? Why would that be an issue?
Harper
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Push&Pull
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I have had no issues and I do most all my boating offshore. I think the more accurate warning should read....."Not recommended for offshore racing in high seas." ( I will reluctantly admit though, I have had the ole girl airborne in some pretty rough seas with no ill effects.)
I have now tested the Trim Tabs, I notice a definite improvement on the hole shot ( on plain much faster), steering is mush better at lowers speeds and in 1 to 2 and even 3 foot sea the bow stays down better and I am able to glide through waves instead of bouncing or going airborne at 25 30 mph. Even the previous owner concurred it was a good investment.
James
James
