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08-01-2022, 10:02

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Effectiveness of tabs on trailing edge of rudder

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Posted By Bowdrie

Re: Effectiveness of tabs on trailing edge of rudder

Not used on the rudder, but the first iterations of the S&S Swan/PJ 43, ('65>~'70/'71,) used a trim tab at the rear of the keel fin.
It was used to balance the helm and reduce drag, and it was...

Forum: General Sailing Forum

07-01-2022, 14:26

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Effectiveness of tabs on trailing edge of rudder

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Posted By Bowdrie

Re: Effectiveness of tabs on trailing edge of rudder

The more common use for tabs is to balance the rudder against "prop walk", so that the helm can be centered at normal motoring RPMs.
On an outboard rudder such as yours a tab that is independently...

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