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Thread: Which trim tab

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    Default Which trim tab

    I have a Rio EP. I power the boat with a 3cell lipo. With a three cell lipo the boat torques to the right. (it wants to turn clockwise on it axis) Which trim tab do I bend and in what direction, Up or Down. I know this sounds like a stupid question, but I have never had a boat that had trim tabs before. My previous boats are Proboat mini cat, and Proboat Apache 24. Thanks in advance

    Reaper

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    Right side tab down or sometimes a little left rudder trim works. A little adjustment goes a long way!

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    Thanks alot Nautiboyz.

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    The stock prop is much too big for your 3s power. Prop down a bit and you'll lose the prop walk and get better rpm from the motor.

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    Rumdog I listened to your advice and went on a search to find a smaller prop. I started reading all the information concerning props. I GOT BEAT UP. The only prop that I could find that fits an 1/8 shaft was an Octura 37mm (1.18") 0.9x1.48=1.332" I know nothing about this, but even this seems to be to small. I put forth my best effort only to come up empty handed. Can you please tell me if this prop might work, and or could you tell me the correct size prop to get.? Thanks again.

    Reaper

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    37mm should be plenty big for that hull. There is always the option to use a 1/8-3/16 shim too. I'd give that prop a whrl tho, i bet she'll rip!

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    Will do. Thanks again.

    Reaper.

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