k planes and trim tabs difference
11-05-2011, 02:15 PM
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K planes are trim tabs........made usually by keikhaefer hence the term "k" planes. K planes have more surface area and are usually longer than traditional trim tabs by say Bennett for example, and have a much greater reaction force on the boat.
11-05-2011, 02:32 PM
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k-planes and the like are far more heavy duty. Thick metal plates and heavy duty hydraulics.
And, as H&D mentioned they are typically longer. I have 380's and the plates are 30" long.
And, as H&D mentioned they are typically longer. I have 380's and the plates are 30" long.
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11-05-2011, 04:41 PM
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What difference would one notice if they replaced 280 k-planes with 380 k-planes on the same boat? I am guessing you would have to use less tab to get the same result. Would the larger tabs make the boat run better/faster due to them "extending" the hull/length of the boat?
11-09-2011, 01:11 AM
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Had both the 380,s and 280,s on the same boat ,just switched the tabs ,as the backplates are the same .
I couldn,t notice much difference in handling /tab control ,boat seems to react the same ,could be different on other boats though.
I couldn,t notice much difference in handling /tab control ,boat seems to react the same ,could be different on other boats though.
