Ben Walsh (beamer)
04.06.2021 17:51:07
Jun 26, 2018 #11 2018-06-26T16:52 [links]
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Jun 26, 2018 #11 2018-06-26T16:52 [links]
Jun 26, 2018 #2 2018-06-26T12:46
Jun 26, 2018 #4 2018-06-26T13:35
It's not that I want to lose the independent ability. it's just that 95% of the time the tabs will be on the same setting left & right. I just haven't encountered conditions where a left/right difference is often needed. It's a PIA to press and hold both switches one after the other, when the boat is moving around. Also, sometimes you have to 'backtrack' one notch with one switch or the other to get the same position on both, as I find the switches are pretty sensitive.
Yes. my weight distribution is pretty consistent. more
Change Your Propeller If you are running an aluminum prop, changing to even a basic stainless steel prop will usually improve top speed. If your WOT RPM is too high or too low, you’ll want to try a prop with more or less pitch. [links]
The trim/tilt switch is a 2-way switch and will show continuity only when it is toggled in each direction between two of the wires. Up toggle connects the RED wire to the PURPLE wire and then to the BLUE wire through the trim limit switch. Down toggle connects the RED wire to the GREEN wire.
Remember to use the power trim to adjust the prop path parallel to the water flow. Use trim tabs to trim the hull of the boat — both up and down and from side to side. When you use the two of them together, each controlling their part of the trimming process, you maximize your boat’s performance.
If the tilt and trim motor works fine but the engine won’t raise or lower, slips down when in the raised position or won’t stay trimmed, chances are that the problem is with the hydraulic pump or valve body assembly. If the level is adequate, the problem is most likely with the hydraulic pump. more
Numbers Stamped on the Propeller. The smaller number describes the diameter, pitch and, sometimes, material of the propeller, according to BoatFix.com. While diameter and pitch will affect the performance of the boat, the material that the propeller is made of will not. [links]
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So I ran into a slight issue with the placement of the tabs. I have an aluminum trailer that has longer bucks then the stock trailer which will cause the mounting location of the tabs to be closer to the pump, not in the ideal spot (from what I have read). Will mounting closer to the pump cause any problems? or should I consider pulling the boat back on the trailer to install where the buck is? Any recommendations are welcomed. Thanks more
Dean
Current: Chaparral 223VRX twin 250s---Mods: Remote Flush Location (2), Titan-2 Drain plug Light, Garmin Echomap Plus 73Cv with G3 Coast Waterways and RAM mounts, Yacht Devices Gateway YDEG-04 NMEA 2000, Wetsounds REVO8 tower speakers (2), Wetsounds Mid-Cabin REVO6 Speakers, 2 Wetsounds Subs and 2 Wetsounds Amps, ProMariner ProSport 12 On-Board Charger w/NOCO outlet, Bennett M120 Trim Tabs w/EIC, Big Air Flag Holders (2), Articulating Mirror, Dock Lights, Courtesy Lights (everywhere), KeelGuard, WetWolf Adjust-A-Cone (2), Standard Horizon VHF Radio w/Handheld and remote speaker, 2 bilge pumps, JetBoaters Sticker
Previously owned Yamaha SX192 --- Named: "FOUR CRUIS'N TWO" Upgrades: JBL Speakers/Sub, MW1 Wired Remote, Dual Batteries, Blue Light Ring Kit, Garmin Echo 44DV *Mods: SVHO Intercooler (dedicated line-2 Pissers & Flush Kit), Ribbon Delete, Cobra Steering w/Fangs, Safety Tow Valve, Bennett Trim Tabs, additional JBL Speakers, Hook-up for Solar Charging
Previous: 25' SeaRay Cabin Cruiser --- Named: "FOUR CRUIS'N"
Prior: 23' Regal Bow Rider --- Before: 18' Baja Islander --- Beginning: Seadoo GTX , Yamaha WaveRaider 700 [links]
2. Is the unit receiving a solid 12 volts? Low voltage will some times cause the solenoids to not open preventing the tabs from moving even though the pump motor is running.
Red= Port Valve
Green= Starboard Valve
Blue=Motor Forward (pump pressure)
Yellow= Motor Reverse (pump retract)
Black on HPU=Ground
Orange on Helm=Control Positive
If the trim tabs function correctly for each wire grouping then the switch is at fault. Also note that any loose or missing screws on the back of the switch (whether a wire is connected there or not) can cause the pump to malfunction.
1.If one side is not operating reverse hydraulic lines on the front of the Hydraulic Power Unit to determine if the malfunction is in HPU or actuator / hydraulic lines. If after reversing the lines symptom shifts to the other side the malfunction may exist in HPU. If the symptom remains on the same side, malfunction may exist with the actuator / hydraulic lines
3. Conduct the following test:
Remove the wires from the helm control and touch together as follows:
Operation=Reaction
Orange (+), blue, red= Port trim tab down
Orange (+), blue, green=Starboard trim tab down
Orange (+), blue, red, green= Both trim tabs down
Orange (+), yellow, red= Port trim tab up
Orange (+), yellow, green=Starboard trim tab up
Orange (+), yellow, red, green= Both trim tabs up [links]