Reply To: Trim Tabs on my 12 foot Alumacraft?

[foot_doctor]

My thought is that you will be less than satisfied with your trim tab effort, but it’s certainly worth a try. Mount them as close to the outside edges of the bottom as possible. The fact is that the E and A models have a very narrow bottom, with an almost canoe like rounded profile. We have only had acceptable results with 5 to 7.5 horsepower engines on those narrow, round bottom boats. You will be much more successful with an Alumacraft model that has an F in the model number. FL, FD, etc. Their bottoms are wide enough to support the engine’s and your weight, while providing a large enough flat planing surface. E models were primarily meant for resort and car top service, with low horsepower outboards. Have fun boating. R.T.