| Insta-Trim Boat Leveler tabs are two stainless steel planes installed on the transom.
As the hydraulic cylinders deflect the trim tabs, water flow is redirected. This
water flow creates upward pressure under the trim tabs, raising the stern. As the
stern rises the bow lowers (figure 1). Because proper trim tab surface area is essential,
larger and/ or slower boats require larger trim tabs than smaller faster boats.
Insta-Trim Boat Leveler Tabs employ the force of hydraulics for smooth trimming
action. When the trim tab rocker switch is pressed, electrical current is sent to
the hydraulic motor pump unit. This signal activates the electric motor, creating
fluid pressure. Valves on motor pump unit open, channeling the required amount of
fluid to the actuators. When the trim tab rocker switch is released, the valve close,
capturing the fluid in the actuators hydraulic cylinders. Thus trim tabs hold their
position.
Insta-Trim Boat Leveler Tabs operate in reverse of what you might think. The
port trim tab lifts the port stern which lowers the starboard bow. With properly
installed trim tabs, you will not be as aware of this reverse function as the control
function is based on the direction you wish to move the bow (figure 2).
Benefits
- Easily Installed - Insta-trim boat levelers come preassembled with
mounting hardware. They are easily and quickly installed, and a minimum of time
is required.
- Level Ride - Insta-trim boat levelers put your boat in the proper
trim and corrects listing, making for a smooth, enjoyable ride for you and your
passengers.
- Increased Visibility - A level ride improves the skipper's visibility.
You and your passengers are more secure and boating safety is improved immeasurably.
- Environmentally Responsible - Your smooth, level ride allows the
engine to run more efficiently, increasing your mileage, saving fuel and stretching
your boating dollars.
- Longer Boat Life - In proper trim you stay on a plane at lower R.P.M.'s.
Your engine doesn't labor and engine life is extended substantially. Less wear
and tear on your craft ensures more years of boating pleasure.
- Improved Performance - Your Insta-trim boat levelers allow you to
throttle back regardless of load and speed.
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