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Forum: Electronics
08-23-2017, 06:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 951
Posted By Tabman

I'm assuming you have hydraulic Tabs with the...

I'm assuming you have hydraulic Tabs with the indicator controls (our electric Tabs do not require calibration). Here is a link to their instructions...
Forum: General Q & A
07-09-2015, 06:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,724
Posted By Tabman

I'm sure others will chime in, here is a little...

I'm sure others will chime in, here is a little "Trim Tabs 101" I wrote.

Trim Tabs 101, How To Get The Best Results

If you are new to using Trim Tabs you may find this helpful in learning how...
Forum: General Q & A
09-24-2014, 06:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 748
Posted By Tabman

If they are still working and you Still use the...

If they are still working and you Still use the Bennett actuators (rams) then you can continue to use them. The sensors are located in the actuators and if you have single actuators per Trim Tabs...
Forum: Do It Yourself, Boating on a Budget
08-06-2014, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,261
Posted By Tabman

Bup is on target, if one run of tubing is much...

Bup is on target, if one run of tubing is much longer than the other side, the one with the longer run can run slower. It does tend to even out when the boat is running and there is back pressure on...
Forum: General Q & A
04-04-2014, 12:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

I was thinking the Tabs were likely from the...

I was thinking the Tabs were likely from the factory. Let me know how it works out for you.

Tom
Bennett Marine
Forum: General Q & A
04-04-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

Priobe, Out of curiosity how old do you...

Priobe,

Out of curiosity how old do you think the system is?

Tom
Bennett Marine
Forum: General Q & A
04-04-2014, 10:13 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

Use a brass pipe nipple, if you need a new one...

Use a brass pipe nipple, if you need a new one let me know how long it is and I will send you one no charge.

The port and starboard solenoid valves work when each side is activated. See step...
Forum: General Q & A
04-03-2014, 06:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

Here is a link to a video that covers the basic...

Here is a link to a video that covers the basic system and general troubleshooting http://www.bennetttrimtabs.com/videoplayer.php?vID=10

Here is a link to a video that covers troubleshooting the...
Forum: General Q & A
04-02-2014, 04:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

M.J. is still with us! He is a great guy! I am...

M.J. is still with us! He is a great guy! I am with Bennett as well so I am standing by to help right here.

Tom
Bennett Marine
Forum: General Q & A
04-02-2014, 01:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

If there is on access to the inside of the...

If there is on access to the inside of the transom, the actuators may have what we call pre-connected fittings:

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n109/tlmcgow/m80-5.jpg...
Forum: General Q & A
04-02-2014, 09:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,777
Posted By Tabman

Can you see where the pipe nipple comes through...

Can you see where the pipe nipple comes through the transom?

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n109/tlmcgow/9b0010f4-b0e5-4bf0-a747-b12fa02a6f41_zpsb67303df.jpg...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-25-2013, 07:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,426
Posted By Tabman

I found this post when looking for Trim Tab...

I found this post when looking for Trim Tab threads here
http://www.offshoreonly.com/forums/swap-shop/291623-bennett-twin-ram-sport-tabs.html

It appears that sprink58 purchased a used set of...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-24-2013, 05:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,426
Posted By Tabman

It really depends on the type of boat and speed!...

It really depends on the type of boat and speed! Bennett makes different types of Trim Tabs for just about any type, and speed, of boat.
...
Forum: General Boating Discussion
09-24-2013, 04:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,426
Posted By Tabman

sprink58 Can you post a photo of the other...

sprink58

Can you post a photo of the other side please? Port monster is correct on an ST16 there are two rows of holes on the mounting plates. There are also two actuators (rams) per Tab on an...
Forum: General Q & A
09-16-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Sunrocket, If the fluid is spraying out the...

Sunrocket,

If the fluid is spraying out the hole at the top it means the seals have failed and it would be best to replace the actuator.

Sometimes when you see fluid running down the transom,...
Forum: General Q & A
09-16-2012, 09:09 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Hi Chris, I don't see a video. I...

Hi Chris,

I don't see a video.

I think I know what might have been happening. The solenoids are power sensitive and they actually take move power to bring the hatch lifter down. That is...
Forum: General Q & A
08-27-2012, 07:15 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Sounds good, I will be standing by! Tom

Sounds good, I will be standing by!

Tom
Forum: General Q & A
08-26-2012, 09:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Hmmm, That's a bit odd.Can you tell me what the...

Hmmm, That's a bit odd.Can you tell me what the total stroke of the ram is and what the time from closed to open is, and then the tome from open to closed is?

Thanks,
Tom
Forum: General Q & A
08-26-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Do you hear the pump running when the hatch is...

Do you hear the pump running when the hatch is closing?

Tom
Bennett Marine
Forum: General Q & A
08-26-2012, 07:14 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Chris, The system will close the hatch...

Chris,

The system will close the hatch slower than it goes up, but just to make sure if you put a bit of weight on it does it close faster?

Tom
Forum: General Q & A
08-22-2012, 06:23 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Happy to hear you got it running! I am glad I...

Happy to hear you got it running! I am glad I could help.

Tom
Bennett Marine
Forum: General Q & A
08-20-2012, 01:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Take a look at this drawing: ...

Take a look at this drawing:

http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n109/tlmcgow/HL1000.jpg

Figure A is the starboard solenoid on the pump. It should have the spring and plunger removed from...
Forum: General Q & A
08-19-2012, 05:07 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Ok most of the old four button switches had the...

Ok most of the old four button switches had the relay. If you are sure there is not a relay and you did step 3 right at the pump then send me your name, address and phone number in a private message...
Forum: General Q & A
08-19-2012, 04:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Lenny, Just to be sure have you done step 3...

Lenny,

Just to be sure have you done step 3 right at the pump, making sure there is no relay there?

Tom
Bennett Marine
Forum: General Q & A
08-19-2012, 02:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 30,375
Posted By Tabman

Lenny, Here is a link to a video that covers...

Lenny,

Here is a link to a video that covers the system overview and basic troubleshooting http://www.bennetttrimtabs.com/videoplayer.php?vID=10

Here is a link that covers the pump running but...
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