Trim Tab Modifications

As part of the mid-season maintenance session, Tortuga has had her Trim Tabs modified. This video shows the reason why the modifications were required, how they were carried out, using laser cut stainless steel
Find out how the trim tabs performed in "Mid Season Maintenance Part 2"
All music in this video is appropriately credited in the end credits.

[@markjennings2315]

Just a new paint job and spanky clean props will add 4 knots straight off the lift. Im going to play around with pitch trimming the boat weightwise and see how I can tune the boat for planing. Might give this a go at haul out if the weight and balance tune doesn't do much. My boat is definately arse heavy at the moment.

[@the-tortuga-man]

Great news Mark, I hope that trimming and weight shifting work for you. Let us know how it goes

[@heidispawsandfins]

Great diagrams for explanation! A bit of a design flaw there, so should be racing round the sea a bit more fuel efficient now!
Fiberglass King has also earned the title of Metal Master! A multi-talented guy!
A lot of hard work there all in all, well done! Happy sailing 👍🏼

[@the-tortuga-man]

He is a very multi-talented guy, and I am very lucky to have him putting his time in and being there for me

[@wayneclark8399]

Hi, Great video - i have just bought a 2556and would like to modify the trim tabs, would you mind sharing the design and/or who you bought the new ones from?

[@the-tortuga-man]

Hi Wayne - Welcome to the world of the 2556 ! The trim tabs were my own design, although I do have the drawings available if required. I had them custom laser cut by an engineering firm. I can check with them what their prices would be and let you know. Alternatively, send me an email directly [e-mail]