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February 16, 2012, 11:55:29 PM
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Circle Hooked

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Bennett Trim Tab Question
« on: February 16, 2012, 11:55:29 PM »
For some reason when i lower my port side tab to level out the boat it retracts itself very soon after, i have plenty of fluid and everything is tight, any ideas, the starboard side works fine.
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February 16, 2012, 11:58:26 PM
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Re: Bennet Trim Tab Question
« Reply #1 on: February 16, 2012, 11:58:26 PM »
Tabman to the white phone, please...    :salut:

I could guess, but let's leave it to the expert!
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February 17, 2012, 12:17:59 AM
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Re: Bennet Trim Tab Question
« Reply #2 on: February 17, 2012, 12:17:59 AM »
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Tabman to the white phone, please...    :salut:

I could guess, but let's leave it to the expert!

X2.  Sent him a heads-up...
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February 17, 2012, 07:03:21 AM
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« Reply #3 on: February 17, 2012, 07:03:21 AM »
Ill guess, just for a guess.   hyd cylinder is releiving internally under the return spring pressure.. Let's see what Tom says...
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February 17, 2012, 08:08:25 AM
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #4 on: February 17, 2012, 08:08:25 AM »
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For some reason when i lower my port side tab to level out the boat it retracts itself very soon after, i have plenty of fluid and everything is tight, any ideas, the starboard side works fine.
Circle Hooked,

How old is the system?

From your description it does not sound like you are loosing fluid.  If that is the case we can rule out a leak in the actuator (ram).  Just to be sure inspect the shaft closely for any sign of fluid.

I suspect the culprit is the solenoid valve on the pump for that side is bypassing.  This is usually caused by a damaged or fouled valve seat.

Take a look at this video showing how to change the valve seats. http://www.bennetttrimtabs.com/videoplayer.php?vID=16
Send me an e-mail with your mailing address and I will be delighted to send you new valve seats, no charge.

Tom McGow
Bennett Marine
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February 17, 2012, 01:13:27 PM
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #5 on: February 17, 2012, 01:13:27 PM »
Tom thanks for the quick reply, the tabs are about 12 years old and never any problems till now, and the unit is still full of fluid so no leeks, I'll watch the video and email you my info thanks for being so helpful I really do appreciate it.
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February 17, 2012, 01:55:43 PM
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« Reply #6 on: February 17, 2012, 01:55:43 PM »
I love this Forum. :thumright:
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February 17, 2012, 02:24:06 PM
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« Reply #7 on: February 17, 2012, 02:24:06 PM »
When it comes to Customer Service, there is NO better than Tom...and Bennett!!! :salut:  :salut:  :salut:
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February 17, 2012, 02:32:39 PM
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #8 on: February 17, 2012, 02:32:39 PM »
Thanks for the kind words guys. I am delighted we could help.

Tom
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February 17, 2012, 06:44:52 PM
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« Reply #9 on: February 17, 2012, 06:44:52 PM »
That's how you get it done  :!:   :salut:  :salut:
Thanks for hanging with us Tom AND Bennett.
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February 17, 2012, 06:58:15 PM
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #10 on: February 17, 2012, 06:58:15 PM »
Having Tabman on here kinda gives me a warm fuzzy feeling now that I have a set of Bennett tabs on my new boat!
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #11 on: February 17, 2012, 08:57:20 PM »
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Having Tabman on here kinda gives me a warm fuzzy feeling now that I have a set of Bennett tabs on my new boat!

Tabman made my day that's for sure  :D
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February 18, 2012, 02:19:43 AM
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #12 on: February 18, 2012, 02:19:43 AM »
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Thanks for the kind words guys. I am delighted we could help.

Tom
Bennett Marine


Thanks for the great support, Tom.  My Bennett tabs are less than a year old, and I can't imagine our boat without them.  They improve the handling so very much, and I have not had one iota of trouble from them.

Seeing how you roll - and how Bennett rolls - man, I cannot endorse Bennett tabs strongly enough.  

Bennett is a credit to the boating industry, and you my friend, are a credit to Bennett.
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February 21, 2012, 07:44:50 PM
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« Reply #13 on: February 21, 2012, 07:44:50 PM »
Been thinking about tab options for my 22-2. Now definitely Bennett! Got an opinion on size Tom?
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February 22, 2012, 07:45:42 AM
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Re: Bennett Trim Tab Question
« Reply #14 on: February 22, 2012, 07:45:42 AM »
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Been thinking about tab options for my 22-2. Now definitely Bennett! Got an opinion on size Tom?
Necessary Evil,
 
Thanks for your confidence in our product!

A set of 10" x 12" M120s would be an excellent choice for your 22-2.

Tom
Bennett Marine
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