Bennett SLT10 Self-Leveling Tab System f/Boats 17'-20'

A quality upgrade that's easy to install to help get on plane without wires and pumps.

The boat handling characteristics changed a lot. When coming up on plane the bow stayed down, even at slow throttle and handles much better in choppy conditions. I should have done this sooner. This has been the best accessory that I have added to the boat. The installation process took 2 hours to do the first tab and 25 minutes to do the second. When following the install directions I used the recommended 3M Marine Adhesive Sealant to aid in the assembly process, worked well. I recommend that before you drill use a center punch. The recommended drill sizes worked very well just be careful not to go too deep on the tab flange screw holes. Put masking tape on the drill to the depth you want too and go slow and perpendicular to the surface. When attaching the top flange of the shock, the flange will be at an angle to the transom surface, you will only be able to mark the bottom 2 holes. Make a cardboard template of the flange holes on the bench and use the template to mark the top hole and check the location of the bottom holes. You only get 1 chance to get these holes right. Use a drill motor, with the proper screw bit, to aid you in the assembly of these 3 screws. 9-2025 After owning these for about 10 months (40 underway hours) the port trim tab shock failed. I contacted the manufacturer and was able to get a replacement for FREE. The process took about a week, I sent them the broken part and they sent me a new replacement part at no cost. They are a great company to work with. Another recommendation. When adjusting the trim tab fastener location, where the shock attaches to the plate, fully extend the shock.

Game changer! I don't usually write reviews unless the item is either really awesome or really crappy. Thankfully this one is totally awesome!! I have a 16' aluminum fish/sport boat with a 90hp and rear fuel tank, this is a new to me boat and obviously the former owner had issues with keeping the front down and porpoising seeing how he had bricks lined in bow under the seats! And evenso, running the boat at any speed above 15-20mph the bow would violently bounce and slap the water no matter the motor trim. Like the prior owner I was ready to sell the boat! (Almost) With a little research I came across these little units and finally decided to pull the trigger. Not too bad to install, I decided to use rivets rather than bolts as access to the inside would have been a nightmare. Now to the maiden voyage! OMG, what a wonderful difference! No bow rise or porpoising whatsoever! I went from a nightmare dangerous experience to a brand new enjoyable boat! THANK YOU BENNETT!!

Super easy to install on the transom with no wiring or pumps needed. These perfect size 10x10 tabs help your boat plane fast, cut down on porpoising, and make the ride smoother, even in choppy water. Made with tough stainless steel and a strong spring system, these are a great value

They work well

Spring actuated. Once installed you’ll notice it might catch at the top. Turn the spring a little and tighter down, then keep testing until it doesn’t catch anymore. They’ll get you on plane super fast, keeps that bow down and boat leveled. You will lose 2-4 mph on the top and depending on which set of holes you set them up with. I started with the middle and ended up setting it up with the holes with the least amount of drag.

I have a 17 ft boat with 115 hp four-stroke, helped with planning out of the water, helped a.little with boat porpiosing at full throttle. Still hops a little. Cheaper than new prop and pretty easy install. I also like that I can pin them up. Maybe lost 1 or 2 mph? Hard to tell.

Springs are clunky as in half way in the stick a little then go up