CHAPTER 5
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Stern drive boats have the ability to angle in or out their drive unit in
relationship to the transom. This is accomplished by hydraulic shocks
located on the stern drive along with an electrical sender unit that
reads the drive angle and sends information to the dash trim gauge
showing a reading.
Purpose Of Power Trim
The purpose of the power trim/tilt is to enable the operator to change
the angle of the drive while at the helm. Changing the angle of the
drive or “trimming” provides the following benefi ts:
l. Improves acceleration onto a plane.
2. Maintains boat on plane at reduced throttle settings.
3. Increases fuel economy.
4. Provides smoother ride in choppy water.
5. Increases top speed.
In short, it is a way of fi ne-tuning the ride of your boat and will enable
you to get the most effi cient and comfortable ride possible, whatever
the conditions.
TRIM ANGLE
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