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Trim Tabs 1979 Exciter

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SKRAMER

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I was going to put trim tabs on my 18' Exciter. Only for the reason to get the bow down in Rough water. I was informed that trim tabs are a bad idea on this hull. Any info would be great. Pros and Cons?? Anyone have them on an Exciter? Thanks Scott
 
SKRAMER said:
I was going to put trim tabs on my 18' Exciter. Only for the reason to get the bow down in Rough water. I was informed that trim tabs are a bad idea on this hull. Any info would be great. Pros and Cons?? Anyone have them on an Exciter? Thanks Scott
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I don't have them on my boat and never thought I needed them. After installing 10" of setback, using the engine trim does all that I need. Trimming all the way down will push the bow down, even at idle. The trim changed the ride attitude prior to installing the setback, but it is more exaggerated now.
 
I have a set of smart tabs that I will sell for cheap if you are interested. They are the SS version. I do not remember the size of the tabs, but when I get home, I will drag them out and check. Smart tabs adjust them selves according to speed. I have used them on 2 different boats with good results. Really nice for keepng the bow down while planing out. If you can use them, $50 plus the ride.
 
Smart tabs or a hydrofoil on your cavitation plate. i put on a set back bracket and raised the engine and it made a big difference in handling and usability.
 
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Try and find yourself a good set of Checkmate trim tabs ... its like trying fo find a needle in a hay stack but they do pop up on ebay from time to time ....
 
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