kicker motor and trim tabs question.

jeffmo · #1 04-29-2011, 07:16 AM

just wondered if anyones' stepv has a kicker motor and trim tabs.i'm picking up a kicker motor mount today but started wondering if it would have enough clearance of the trim tab.

reelapeelin · #2 04-29-2011, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by jeffmo

just wondered if anyones' stepv has a kicker motor and trim tabs.i'm picking up a kicker motor mount today but started wondering if it would have enough clearance of the trim tab.

In the deployed position, how long is the bracket?...then I would think there'll be a few more inches clearance from the bracket...

Since you are picking it up today, not much reaction time from the guys here..make sure you can return the bracket if this one doesn't clear and maybe find a longer bracket...

nymack66 · #3 04-29-2011, 11:08 AM

My Tabs co exist perfectly with a Kicker and Swim Platform ..

step up here · #4 04-29-2011, 06:43 PM

how effective are those trim tabs at that location? I would think they may be more effective toward the chine more, only judging by the photo. never used any yet.

926bill · #5 04-30-2011, 03:56 AM

Mine has all kind of clearance. When the motor goes down and levels out I probably have at least 8" clearance.
On a side note I'll never be without trim tabs with a kicker motor, it makes it so easy to trim the boat with the extra weight hanging back there.

BC

Cam · #6 04-30-2011, 08:24 AM

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Originally Posted by step up here

how effective are those trim tabs at that location? I would think they may be more effective toward the chine more, only judging by the photo. never used any yet.

Mine are in the same spot...and they are VERY effective.

jeffmo · #7 04-30-2011, 12:45 PM

yeah,it doesn't take alot of adjustment on the trim tabs to level out the boat or bring the bow up or down.like ailerons on a plane.