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Trim tabs for fishmaster 196

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I'm looking to install trim tabs on my Fishmaster soon. I'm thinking of going with the bennett m80 tabs. I have a kicker on the port side and a swim ladder on the starboard side. I mocked up a tab made of carb board from the dimensions if got from Bennett. From my measurements I should be able to install the tabs 3 inches away from the chines on the boat. I would have to notch out the swim ladder in order to fit the actuator on that side. I should be able to do that with a dremel. I'm looking for pics of your install or suggestions for my boat. Thanks
 
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I agree, it will cure your problems. They will allow you to run at a higher speed in chop without worrying about the boat slamming down at all. I have only been able to use them a couple of times in a decent chop and the difference was night and day. One day while running into a decent shop, I was running about 25mph max due to the bow slamming down. I put the tabs down and was able to run at 35mph with no bow slap at all. The tabs will keep the nose planted down at all times. It only took me about 2 hours to install them myself.
 
#41 ·
The electrics are more simple because you don't have to worry about the hydraulic pump, lines or fluid. They don't recommend electrics if you keep your boat in the water all the time and don't trailer it. I know the bennett's come with lifetime warranty on the electric actuator.
 
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