I need advise on trim tabs

[garpe]

Can anyone please tell me what size trim tabs would be suitable for a V19 haines with a pod fitted. Have looked at alot and read a bit about them from the supliers but it they seem to contradict each other as to size needed. If i can get an idea i can start to see if i can fit them in the space.

[Monza]

Go the Bennett M120's. Hydraulically controlled, strong, easy to install and great service backup - should be around $800. Work fine on my Signature 600, however make sure you have enough room above the tabs to mount the ram.

[garpe]

Thanks Monza
I was leaning towards the Bennetts but was't sure of the size needed.
cheers

[hercules]

Monza , how much room do you need to fit the ram in ?I have a haines 585 and only have 170mm in height .
Craig

[hercules]

any ideas ?170mm in height and 260mm wide is all i have to play with :-/

[snappa]

this may help

[snappa]

another

[hercules]

Thanks for the pics snappa , might just have to do a bit of rearranging to fit them in. If they could be fit on the outside , is it more advantageous to have them as wide as possible in regards to performance ?

[garpe]

Craig
I have been looking at the Bennett web site and they have short rams if you need them. I would still like to know how long the standard rams are as i couldn't find the info on there site.

peter

[Camo]

I've got a set of Bennetts M80's on my boat, and the size of the ram fully retracted is 11 inches or 280mm. #My boat measures 6m from the tip of the bow to the end of the tansom.

[garpe]

Thanks Camo that gives me a good idea.

cheers

[crazboutfishin]

Hi Garpe,

Mate wouldnt have a clue on the size but you should seriously have a look at the new QL trimtabs made by Volvo Penta. My dad has a set on a 5.7 mt Trailcraft. they are amazing! and they dont stick out and look like a big cunk of metal on the back of ya boat. They are only about $100 more than your standard trimtabs aswell.

Cheers

p.s. www.qlmarine.com (its under the trimtabs section then BOAT TRIM SYSTEM)

[garpe]

Thanks crazy
A mate got a set but has'nt fitted them yet. I've been on the phone about a price, so i'm checking them out.
I can't see how they would assist in better fuel economy as they seem to work on a vortex (drag) system instead of a planing system. If anyone has any facts or figures on comparison before and after it would be great to hear from you.
Cheers

[crazboutfishin]

Garpe,

Havent really done any testing but on the trailcraft running a mercury 135 optimax with them down we average 1ltr per nautical mile

Cheers
Crazy

[Monza]

see tbis thread, including pictures of my setup

http://www.ausfish.com.au/forum/YaBB.cgi?num=1082179761/15

[garpe]

Thanks Monza
I'm doing up an old Haines V19 and still not sure of 150/175 Suzi, How does your 6mt go with the 140. The bloke selling it to me says the 150 will be plenty but ive had a few people question that'. I would rather spend the extra than have an underpowered boat as most of my fishing will be 70-80klm outside.
cheers

[Monza]

The 140hp Suzuki on the 6m sig is OK I guess. Top speed is around 33 knots (64 km/hr) and hole shot is no problems. Sometimes I wish it had a bit more speed, but you would rarely be able to use it on the open sea.

[Craigo]

Any idea how much those Volvo ones are?

They look pretty spic, was considering the Bennets but I might have a better look at these

Cheers

[crazboutfishin]

Mate,

On our boat they were about $1000 installed

Cheers Crazy