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Bennett actuators are strong but flexible nylon/fiberglass hydraulic cylinders. The piston-like arms push tabs into position. Fluid flows through a concealed hole in the upper hinge at the top of the actuator - thus eliminating external hoses subject to damage.
A1200S is designed for installations where space is limited.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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A1200SCPEIC Actuator
Bennett actuators are strong but flexible nylon/fiberglass hydraulic cylinders. The piston-like arms push tabs into position. Fluid flows through a concealed hole in the upper hinge at the top of the actuator, thus eliminating external hoses subject to damage.
Features:
Bennett actuators are strong but flexible nylon/fiberglass hydraulic cylinders
The piston-like arms push tabs into position
Fluid flows through a concealed hole in the upper hinge at the top of the actuator
Designed for installations where space is limited
Eliminates external hoses subject to damage
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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SA1200S Actuator
Bennett actuators are strong but flexible nylon/fiberglass hydraulic cylinders. The piston-like arms push tabs into position. Fluid flows through a concealed hole in the upper hinge at the top of the actuator, thus eliminating external hoses subject to damage.
Features:
Bennett actuators are strong but flexible nylon/fiberglass hydraulic cylinders
The piston-like arms push tabs into position
Fluid flows through a concealed hole in the upper hinge at the top of the actuator
Designed for installations where space is limited
Eliminates external hoses subject to damage
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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As the Fall months creep into our calendars, boat owners in cooler climates acknowledge, with sadness, that it’s time to put the boat away.
Outside Storage?
It’s a thought and an option but consider that you may be threatened by snow build up, tornadoes or hurricanes. The success of storing your boat outside depends on how well your boat is protected from the conditions outdoors.
Rinse/Flush
Rinsing the outside of your boat and trailer thoroughly with fresh water will remove excess salt. Pay particular attention to your trailer’s leaf springs, wheel hubs and brakes that are constantly submerged during launching and retrieval of your boat.
Flush your engine's cooling system with fresh water in line with your engine manufacturer’s salt removal recommendations. This will minimize corrosion and overheating issues come spring.
Drain your boat of all water – bilge, head, sink lines, water tanks, sea-cocks, and pipes. If you are in an area with extended periods of freezing, put antifreeze in the low parts if there is still some water present.
Salt
Watch out for salt. Buy a good salt remover to minimize corrosion.
Add fuel stabilizer to top off your fuel tanks. Here is one recommended by CLR Marine.
Diesel Formula Fuel Stabilizer & Performance Improver - 32oz *Case of 4*
STA-BIL Diesel Formula Fuel Stabilizer is a diesel additive that keeps fuel fresh for quick, easy starts and maximized for engine performance. Designed for use with all diesel engines, and all diesel fuels, Sta-Bil Fuel Stabilizer Diesel formula prevents sludge and sediment formation, cleans and lubricates fuel injectors to improve performance and helps remove water. It is safe to use and recommended for use at every fill up, with the 32 ounce bottle treating up to 320 gallons of fuel.
Batteries
Remove the batteries from your boat and store in your garage or basement.
Batteries should be connected to a battery charger that will give them a good charge and one that w automatically switches to a float/trickle charge to keep your batteries topped up. Match your charger to the type of battery you are charging. Using a charger manufactured for lead acid batteries to charge an AGM (absorbent glass mat) battery will cause damage to the battery.
If you choose to keep your batteries in the boat, connect a solar trickle charger. These chargers will keep your batteries topped off without the hassle of removing heavy batteries from your boat.
Cleaning
Clean the exterior with the proper fiber glass or wood cleaner needed for your boat. Bright work can be cleaned by removing the wood or cleaning it as it is - installed. Be careful to not get the wood cleaner onto the deck surfaces. The exterior should be dried with a chamois cloth. Vinyl seat cushions and backs should be cleaned with vinyl cleaner. Hard surfaces inside the vessel can be wiped with all purpose cleaners. End your cleaning with a coat of wax to the exterior and polish. Don’t forget the bottom paint.
Before you store, spend the time to give your boat a thorough cleaning. CLR Marine has many products by trusted brands such as Powerhouse, Davis Instruments, Jabsco, Shurhold, and Swobbit, to help winterize and clean. You will be grateful in the spring during launch time that your boat is already clean as the new boating season begins.
Cover Up
If you store outside in your yard, driveway, or a boat yard, a boat cover is a must to prevent damage from winter conditions. Leaving your boat in the water is not recommended. The boat is exposed to rough weather, and has a greater possibility of sinking if you aren’t monitoring it often.
https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/boat-outfitting/winter-covers.html
and
https://www.clrmarine.com/462m4/winterizing.html
Circle May 21, 2022, on your calendar. The date is almost ten days before Memorial Day, next year when most harbors open for the season. Start your prep work, tune-ups, sanding, and painting to get out on the water and a great boating season. In the meantime, during the cold winter months, cozy up to the fire and read your boating manuals, new safety regulations and weather information.
Fair winds and smooth sailing.
To obtain more information about the products and services mentioned in this article, please get in touch with CLR Marine https://www.clrmarine.com/.
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Award-winning author Cheryl Kuba has been at the helm for more than 30 years sailing the Great Lakes, with side trips to the British Virgin Islands and St. Maarten.
She has served as past- Commodore of Great Lakes Fleet 21 -Chicago region. 3happycampers.com
©Copyright Cheryl Kuba, 3happycampers.com, 2021.
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Actuator Assembly - 13.75" Closed Length
Actuator assembly is complete hydraulic cylinder. Piston-like strong arm that pushes tab into position. Sophisticated plastic resin body. Nylon upper hinge. Bends 5° in actual use. Fluid flows through concealed hole in upper hinge thus eliminating external hoses subject to damage. Hearty and flexible enough to demands of offshore use. For use with Bennett standard trim tabs only.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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Boat Outfitting Equipment and Supplies
When it comes time for outfitting your boat, you can get all your boating supplies and boating accessories from us. You will never need to go anywhere else for your boat outfitting, because we have all the boat supplies you need. If you're looking for anchors/chain/rope, anodes, antifouling systems or boarding ladders, we have you covered. We can also offer you a selection of bottom paint and bow thrusters to choose from. You may also want cleaning supplies that offer deck/galley options so you can get your boat sparkling and ready to enjoy. We also have display mounts and docking accessories to complete your outfitting needs.
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BOLT 12x4 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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BOLT 12x9 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This new "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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BOLT 18x9 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This new "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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BOLT 24x9 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This new "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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BOLT 12x12 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This new "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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BOLT 18x12 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This new "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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BOLT 24x12 Electric Trim Tab System - Control Switch Required
Electric Trim Tab Systems For Trailered Boats
Boaters can enjoy a durable and reliable electric trim tab system designed for 17-28 foot boats. Bennett Marine invented the electric trim tab in 1960, and now Bennett leads the way with an electric trim tab system designed to outperform and outlast any electric system on the market.
Compared to other electric systems using old technologies designed over twenty years ago, the BOLT Electric combines cutting-edge technology with a robust and water-tight actuator. This new "Superior by Design" technology resolves the issues that older systems have with breaking apart and water intrusion caused by design flaws and marine growth.
While we strongly recommend hydraulic trim tabs for most applications, electric trim tab systems are suitable for:
Trailered boats from 17-28 feet
Single actuator use, due to the inability to synchronize two electric actuators on the same tab
Features:
Wires are concealed and protected through the upper hinge - there are no exposed wires to the marine environment
Robust, water-tight black nylon actuator provides trouble-free operation
Main seal located high to protect against marine growth and water intrusion failures
Quieter than any other system on the market - No more scaring the fish away!
Installation is fast - no need to disassemble parts of the actuator
Controls sold separately
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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Boat Leveler to Bennett Actuator Conversion Kit - Hydraulic to Hydraulic
Bennett Marine's V351CK conversion kit replaces Boat Leveler cylinders with Bennett though-hull fittings.
Kit includes:
2 hydraulic cylinders and all hardware to convert your system
2 stainless steel conversion brackets
8 1/4-20 x 1/2 machine screws
4 1/4-20 x 3/4 wood screws
2 3" pipe nipples
2 female barb fittings
2 actuators
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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SLT Self-Leveling Tabs for Small Boats
Good things come in small packages. Now you can have the durability of a Bennett trim tab system with a simple, quick and easy installation. There is nothing to do inside the boat - only the mounting of two actuators and two tabs at the transom. It's an affordable, simple solution for small boats.
The SLT uses some of the same high-quality, proven materials and durable design used in Bennett standard systems for more than 50 years. Your SLT kit includes:
Two 14-gauge stainless steel trim tab assemblies with Bennett's exclusive interlocking hinge
Two strong and flexible composite actuators
All stainless steel hardware - no plastic!
Bennett's no-hassle 5-year warranty on All Components
With the SLT, you can get on plane quickly, improve your hole shot, reduce engine laboring, improve fuel efficiency and eliminate porpoising. The SLT reacts instantly to boat speed and water pressure by adding trim when it's needed. You get a better ride while the SLT does all the work.
It's a value that can't be beat - a quality, durable system that's quick and easy to install and backed by the best customer service you will experience anywhere.
Tab Size: 6" x 8"
Boat Size: up to 16'
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
This product may not be returned to the original point of purchase. Please contact the manufacturer directly with any issues or concerns.
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