Lookin' like the Bennett M120 with EIC control

Can't wait to hear how your Bennets work out as I plan on doing the same by spring. My V came with a set of Smart Tabs that I recently removed while doing a transom clean up and bottom stripping. Good luck with your install
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twhrider2 said:
Can't wait to hear how your Bennets work out as I plan on doing the same by spring. My V came with a set of Smart Tabs that I recently removed while doing a transom clean up and bottom stripping. Good luck with your install
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Thanks, it's really not a " normal thing " to drill 3/4" holes in the transom, but .........it's just a transom !!! ha
 
phatdaddy said:
i am not worried about sealing up the hole, it's what i'll find when i drill, the dreaded worm dirt or a steady drip drip drip...
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Go ahead, Phat...there's plenty of BITE in the outter layer of glass to hold it all in place...and believe me it'll all be worth it once yer 'TABBIN'...:clap:
 
reelapeelin said:
Go ahead, Phat...there's plenty of BITE in the outter layer of glass to hold it all in place...and believe me it'll all be worth it once yer 'TABBIN'...:clap:
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Reels provided me with a few pointers - appreciated......

Once I get the tabs in....I'll be starting on the next bunch of projects:
New vhf and Digital Antenna
New Tachometer
Maybe........ a dual battery set up
 
Now the tabs are installed, pump mounted, and the tubes connected.
Next the switch and wiring, then done. Slow installation.......like turtle
 
reelapeelin said:
Nope...sorry...after switch and wiring comes filling w/fluid and priming the system up...then done...:hi:
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1. Tabs: All checks out so I've moved on to the rest of my projects.
2. GPS: New power cord for the standard horizon GPS / Plotter fixed that problem.
3. Digital antenna: installed
4. Gunnel rod holders - port and starboard - fixed where the plastic had cracked at the corner.
5. Replaced raw water wash down fitting
More to follow.........
 
It was a pain to get my tabs bled! they ended up bleeding out by use so make sure you keep eye on the tank for a bit to keep filling up when low, after they are set i have not used a drop of fluid in 3 years!
 
Good post BGreene. Congrats on the tabs.

I'm about to buy and install M120's on my Hydra. For me, it's a pricey modification, but I've heard so many good things about them, I feel compelled to go for it.

Any pics of your install?
 
Bygracealone said:
Good post BGreene. Congrats on the tabs.

I'm about to buy and install M120's on my Hydra. For me, it's a pricey modification, but I've heard so many good things about them, I feel compelled to go for it.

Any pics of your install?
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I can take a few pics - I'm not quick at these sort of installations and I took my time doing it...... to try to do it right the 1st time. Now I can say it's quite straight forward, nothing particularly tricky. Follow the written directions and also refer the installation video Bennett Tabs has on the internet. Finally - there's a guy named Tom from Bennett that lurks the Hull Truth web site, extremely helpful.
 
Yep, I saw the video online and found it to be helpful and I'm also aware of Tom over at THT.

That said, it's sometimes even more helpful to see it done by regular folks like you and me :-)
 
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That said, it's sometimes even more helpful to see it done by regular folks like you and me :-)
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I would show you mine, but there is nothing regular about me, lol!!

I have no pics of mine any way, and they are on the Sea Ox.
 
macojoe said:
I would show you mine, but there is nothing regular about me, lol!!

I have no pics of mine any way, and they are on the Sea Ox.
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If it was a complex installation I would have likely got stuck. I'm just not experienced with more involved marine engineering projects.

I'd say the key challenge is to be sure you have clear space and access behind where you plan to drill the holes in the outside of the transom. Measure, and re measure to be confident that when you drill for the three upper tab cylinder support crews, you aren't drilling into hoses, wiring, oil tank, battery etc. Take your time, don't rush and it's straightforward.
 
Yes to all above!! Also you may need to move a little depending what is in the way on transom?? My scuppers were real close!

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Finished installation of the following this weekend:

1. Gunnel rod holders - re installed
2. New vhf radio, bracket, mic holder, and tested. All good
3. helm station cup holder ( v important )

Next, assorted including possible purchase soon of new roller trailer. Hate to do it but
probably need to .....
 
To do list on my 96' V21 down to these ..........

1. DONE Finish installing transom well rod holders
2. DONE Re locate the trim tab hydraulic pump inside the transom well - since the rod holder
bolt now intrudes where I had the hydraulic pump. Oops.
3. DONE Replace and install the new transducer for the Garmin 160C. ( never mind that story)
4. Clean boat, then load with essential gear.
( clean boat means inside and out with the full regalia of products, lots of man hours)

Then........... take the rig to the water to photograph so I can show you all, and keep the photo's for reference.
Of course, also test drive performance check with the new trim tabs.

Then.............. re cover boat and wait for the right time to kick off New Jersey salt water fishing season.
 
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