I am considering Tabs for a 17 aquasport. Any input on size and type
would be helpful

On 2 Dec 2003 09:18:49 -0800, aguasportboy wrote:

I am considering Tabs for a 17 aquasport. Any input on size and type
would be helpful

I don't know the craft, but I am adding them to an 18.5' Utopia 185. After
a lot of research, I went with Bennett Marine in FL. REALLY good people,
very helpful. They are determined to help you and make things work.
--

Larry
email is rapp at lmr dot com

Aqua,
I'd recommend Bennet, http://www.bennetttrimtabs.com/ , never hear a bad
word about them. Their customer service is considered excellent.
Paul

"aguasportboy" wrote in message
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I am considering Tabs for a 17 aquasport. Any input on size and type
would be helpful

Why do you want them? I have a 19-1/2' center console. When I bought it (new)
I asked the dealer about trim tabs. He told me I didn't need them for that
boat. I was surprised that he passed on another $100, or so, in profit but he
was 100% right. For whatever reason, my boat doesn't lean (much) if the load is
uneven like my friend's heavy 23'. I can also control the bow angle with the
throttle and the engine trim to adjust for the sea conditions.

If you have a problem that you can't overcome, Bennett has a reputation for a
good product and they stand behind it very well. As for size, I would guess the
smallest they sell for a 17' boat.

Good luck,
Dan


aguasportboy wrote:
I am considering Tabs for a 17 aquasport. Any input on size and type
would be helpful

I have to vote for Bennet tabs too. I have serviced our workboat recently
that has Lenco tabs that are electro-mechanical (electric motor drives
actuator to raise and lower tab). The Lenco tab failed in the up position
almost entirely blocking access to the mounting bolts. One of our
resourceful engineers got the thing apart. We have already decided that if
they fail again they will be replaced with hydraulics from Bennet.

"aguasportboy" wrote in message
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I am considering Tabs for a 17 aquasport. Any input on size and type
would be helpful