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sounds like everyone pretty much agrees tabs are the way to go, was just wondering what size was reccommended for these hulls?
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sounds like everyone pretty much agrees tabs are the way to go, was just wondering what size was reccommended for these hulls?

9 x 12s oughtta do it...no need for bigger on this size hull IMHO...
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9 x 12s oughtta do it...no need for bigger on this size hull IMHO...
Think it depends how stern heavy you are. I sent Lenco my stats and they were the ones who recommended the 12 x 12's. Im 3k lbs maxed out/fully loaded
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Bennett has great service to. I ordered a new wiring harness and i had it in a week. The best part was it was NO charge. You can't beat that !!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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A $50 fin mounted on your outdrive will acomplish the same ride using your prop wash on a V20. I have used them on a couple boats now and swear by them. They should come from the factory like that. Huge improvement! But hey trim tabs are way cooler right? :)
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A $50 fin mounted on your outdrive will acomplish the same ride using your prop wash on a V20. I have used them on a couple boats now and swear by them. They should come from the factory like that. Huge improvement! But hey trim tabs are way cooler right? :)
Yep...I know there are many boats the fin helps a lot...they really are effective in what they do...but tabs do much, much more...you 'bout gotta experience the difference yourself to appreciate it...
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I have a dol-phin and 9-12 Lenco with the digital tab indicator switches.
Can't say enough about it, so enough said!

Rides like a hull should. BEST investment after the t-top!
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I have a dol-phin and 9-12 Lenco with the digital tab indicator switches.
Can't say enough about it, so enough said!

Rides like a hull should. BEST investment after the t-top!
Actually would appreciate and enjoy some very specific feedback on ride characteristics with tabs: ( never mind the fin, I don't need that one )

Such as...... I know the boat can tend to pound in 2'-3' chop at most planning speed so when you put the bow down with the tabs, what's the sensation ?
Less pound, no pound ?
More spray in the boat I assume ?
Any more difficult to steer with the bow cutting down into the chop ?
Increase in fuel consumption is of course likely, as is decreased speed.

For guys like me who are considering tabs, specifics.........like boat performance test results will be quite helpful.

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