Recent content by Tabman

I'm still around! We talked via E-mail (the best way to contact me)! Bennett makes a retrofit kit for our BOLT electric systems that is super easy to fit. Plus the electric Bennett actuators carry a lifetime warranty. Tom McGow Bennett Marine

Is it possible you are running a bit too far bow down? This would cause the boat to bow steer and sheer off one side or the other, have you tried trimming the power trim out a bit? Tom Bennett Marine

As Wart pointed out, what brand of Tabs? Let me know and I am sure (no matter the brand) that i can help. Tom McGow Bennett Marine

Tom used to usually recommend hydraulic Trim Tabs for wet slipped boats, we now have a lifetime warranty on the actuators for both our hydraulic and electric systems regardless of being wet slipped or not. When we designed the BOLT electric system we designed the actuators from scratch to solve...

Sorry, I'm late to the party, I still check in here time to time and you can reach me at [email protected] if you ever need me in a hurry :) We make both electric systems and hydraulic systems these days. Both systems have a lifetime warranty on the actuators (rams). Also both systems use...

Our (Bennett) trim tabs have the mounting point for the actuators the same distance out from the hinge on both the 9" and 12". That way the 12'' just sticks out 3" more. The Tabs can be interchanged without having to change anything. Looking at his tabs I suspect it might be the case with his...

No it's not pocketed, he sent me a picture :) Tom

Not pocketed, turns out they are 12 x 9 Lencos. I suggested putting 12 x 12 Lencos in their place. He is checking to make sure the actuators mount the same distance out on the Tabs If so it will be an easy swap for more lift without having to move the actuator or transducer locations. Tom...

Dang! I forgot to ask as I assumed twins! EDIT Twins Tom Bennett Marine

Hi all, my turn to ask a question! Have a customer wanting to put larger Tabs on their 2801. Currently have 12 x 9. Any of you have experience with that hull and Tabs? I think at least 18 x 12 or 24 x 9. But in theory could go larger. They may ask here too as I told them to checkout Classic...

Tom, Since you are new to using Trim Tabs you may find this helpful in learning how to use them to achieve the best results. All boats react differently to Trim Tabs and the best way to find out what works best for yours is to experiment, and remember, use short bursts of the controls and let...

Jimjybe, The pipe nipples that come with the kit are 3". I can send you 4", or whatever length you need, no charge. Just send me a message with your name and address and what length you need. Tom Bennett Marine

Jimiybe, If you have any questions, post them here and I will be delighted to help. You can also contact me at [email protected] I check my e-mail frequently, even in the evenings and on weekends. The 24 x 9 is a great choice for your 2520 and I look forward to hearing what you think after...

12 x 12 is good, 18 x 12 is great! As windknotnc correctly points out, the larger Trim Tab will generate the same lift when deflected to a smaller angle as a smaller one deflected to a greater angle. This makes for a much better lift to drag ratio. Tom Bennett Marine

Um, I thought I answered that :D The actuator is mounted 8-5/8" back from the transom on a 12" chord Trim Tab (as per the illustration). Yes it is on an angle piece that is riveted to the Trim Tab that distance out. I think I could have been clearer about that. The 8-5/8" distance from the...