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Location: north central wisconsin | I just got off the phone with a regional rep for a major boat company. He recomended that people with underpowered tiller rigs, might, after exhausting propping attempts, try the trim tabs or Smart Tabs as advertised in Cabelas etc., and to try an outboard hydrofoil only as a last resort. Has anyone had experience with these? Are they easy to install, and do they truly work 'automatically'?
http://www.nauticusinc.com/smart_tabsSX.htm
http://www.nauticusinc.com/pdf/manual.pdf
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Location: Kentucky | I put them on my 18' Tuffy Renegade and have been very happy with them. It was not underpowered but the tabs really helped hole shot and elevating the stern at all speeds, which resulted in a drier ride. The company was great with any and all questions and sent some additional parts for free. Follow the directions carefully, use lots of 3M sealant, countersink the holes, and no problems. I admit it was one of the scarier things I've done to my boat, but installation went great and result for me was outstanding. They do work "automatically" in the sense of providing a lot of lift. This can affect your trim/prop quite a bit, so I'd talk to the guys at Nauticus. Also be aware of their location when trailered and leave room for your straps. Hope that helps! | |
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Smart Tabs..