Aftermarket Trim Opinions Needed

[1986mariner150]

I am currently experiencing trim problems with my latest project (150 mariner on an 18 ft Charger bass boat)and I am considering going to the aftermarket considering the high prices of factory trim system. I have seen a unit that looks to be a combination jack plate and Hydraulic power trim in one for about half what a factory trim unit costs plus you get a jack plate.<br />I am hoping to hear from folks who have used this setup and how they like it.

 

[Trent]

Re: Aftermarket Trim Opinions Needed

Whats wrong with the unit you got? Need just a trim motor? There are aftermarket motors at half of what the factory wants.

 

[bubbakat]

Re: Aftermarket Trim Opinions Needed

mariner are you talking about something like the pt 130 from cnc if you are I bought one right here off iboats and am glad I did. I can't say enough good things about that unit. I love it.

 

[rjarreau]

Re: Aftermarket Trim Opinions Needed

Yep the CNC PT 130 is the finest of there in my opinion. Bought one about 2 years ago for my bass boat that I sold because the mariner I had was one of those tower of power inline 6 cyl and the remote pump assembly was just junk to say it nicely. So I bought the cnc, and man was I impressed. One great unit and looked as good as it worked. !! Good luck!!!<br /><br />----------------------------------------------<br />1998 Promaster 19 Foot Center Console Bay Boat<br />BOAT = Bust Out Another Thousand <br />Reeltime123@cox.net<br />Promaster Website at:<br /> http://community.webshots.com/user/reeltime123

 

[richg99]

Re: Aftermarket Trim Opinions Needed

I added a CMC35 for tilt and trim to a 25 hp motor. The CMC unit exceeded my expectations. Due to its set-back design, I was also able to to raise the motor a couple of inches and gain shallow water running. RichG

 

[DJ]

Re: Aftermarket Trim Opinions Needed

I do not think the CMC PT-130 is big emough for the 150 in question, even though it is a fine product.