trim tabs, do I need them? Brand or model choice..

breausaw · Last edited by breausaw on Fri Oct 19, 2007 5:57 pm; edited 1 time in total

Ok, I changed the subject sense it seems the general consensus is trim tabs on a 22 do make a difference.
If I install trim tabs what model or brand is a good choice? I refuse to give good money to a boat shop for something I’m able to do on my own so ease of installation needs to be considered also. It’s going to be a long winter up here.

Jay

As I continue on my quest to buy a late model 22ft CD cruiser there is one option I’d like some feedback on, trim tabs.
Some of you seem to have gotten by without them and I’m wondering how much added advantage they truly have. My thoughts are with the narrow beam of the SD trim tabs would be a truly desirable option.
Are there disadvantages to having trim tabs or is it the expense?
I’ve looked for posts but unable to find one discussing trim tab pros and cons.

BTW, I’ve missed out on a couple of wonderfully outfitted boats; so now consider myself a seasoned buyer and won’t hesitate to pounce on the next suitable boat that comes along.. if the price it right.

Any feedback welcome,
Jay Reausaw
Anchorage Alaska

chromer · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 3:52 pm Post subject:

marvin4239 · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 4:11 pm Post subject:

I never had trim tabs before and wasn't quite sure what to expect from them on my new boat. I love them and wouldn't consider not having them. With a full load of fuel and 50 lbs of ice in the cooler I use them to get on plane quicker. For leveling the boat from side to side they are great and in a heavy sea you can keep the bow down and cut through the sea for a much smoother ride.

Sea Wolf · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 4:14 pm Post subject:

beausaw-

Look here: Another New Trim Tab Believer

Joe.

tom&shan · Joined: 21 Sep 2006 Posts: 316 Photos: Dakota

I realize that trim tabs are probably a requirement on a 19, but we still have some trouble using them. Not the issue with port/starboard with the switch, but at speeds greater than 12 knots with the tabs down we seem to continuously "loose control" of the boat, with it skidding sideways. At 7 knots it nice to move them down and see your speed pick up to 10 knots without touching the trottle, but its still unnerving to us to be moving along on a particular course and then all of sudden doing a 20 to 30 degree change in course.

Cheers,
Tom

starcrafttom · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 5:07 pm Post subject:

flapbreaker · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 5:18 pm Post subject: Re: Still getting used to them.

Hunkydory · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 7:20 pm Post subject:

Trim Tabs-----absolutely #1 addition to boat followed by a long list of others I wouldn't want to do without.

Jay

Sea Wolf · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 7:40 pm Post subject: Re: Still getting used to them.

Robbi · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 7:57 pm Post subject:

Tom, From one who also has a 19 with trim tabs, Joe is spot on, as usual.

Robbi

Jazzmanic · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 7:58 pm Post subject:

We installed Bennett M120 Trim Tabs on our boat. As Tyboo Mike (site co-administrator) has stated in other posts, it seems that the M120's were made for CD22's.

However, in addition to what others have stated above, I feel that the installation of a Permatrim fit our needs better than the trim tabs. I feel the Permatrim trims the bow up/down better and more responsively than the trim tabs, helps to get the boat on plane quicker and tracks better. Now, I only use the tt's mainly for lateral trim and use the Permatrim to raise and lower the bow.

If you're asking is the CD22 better with or without tt's, the answer is absolutely that the boat rides and handles better with Trim Tabs than without them, especially when going through chop.

Just my $.02

Peter

Rob & Karen · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 9:26 pm Post subject: Permatrim

Where can you buy a Permatrim? Can you buy direct from the manufacturer? Thanks.

Rob

Jimbo · Posted: Fri Oct 19, 2007 10:22 pm Post subject:

Tom;
Not sure what size of tabs you have, I know mine are oversized and that really adds to the sensitivity of them. As noted above I would suggest trying to get out on a calm day and play with them a bit. Try dumpimg them full on while you are planning and get to know how the boat reacts under various tab positions. I don't believe you can do any permanent damage to the boat,(other than throwing a body or 2 around when you go into a hard port or starboard turn!!) I think this will help to get you more comfortable with them. Sometimes on a good calm day all you need them for is to get up on a plane a bit faster, then pull them back and only use them for weight control.
just my thoughts, Jimbo

tsturm

Jazzmanic · Posted: Sat Oct 20, 2007 4:05 am Post subject: Re: Permatrim