Trim Tab

Cubbyblue22

Petty Officer 1st Class
Joined
Jul 25, 2010
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Just wondering what the real point of a Trim Tab is on an outboard motor and does it play a big role??
 

EGlideRider

Lieutenant Junior Grade
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Dec 14, 2008
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Re: Trim Tab

The motor torque causes the boat to not go staight. The trim tab counters this effect. And yes it is very important to save you a lot of muscle power.
 
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