Ebbtide 33 Rudder trim tab

ktl · #1 02-01-06, 20:56

My Ebbtide 33 originally had a trim tab hinged on the rear edge of the rudder unfortunately it was washed away on the very first trip I had on the boat. That was several years ago. Ever since the rudder has been heavy especialy when motoring. I would like to make and fit a replacement. Does anyone have any details of the size and section. Is it possible to contact the designer of the boart.

mogy · #2 02-01-06, 22:02

Alan Pape designed the ebb tide but sadly he passed away.They where built in Cornwall I think at Morvoran Shipyard.

Conachair · #3 10-01-06, 17:06

Ktl, I also have an Ebbtide 33. Never known about a trim tab on the rudder though, on Conachair rudder is transom hung with a tiller. Little heavy but then again the boat is steel and not light. Are we talking same boat here? Ebbtide 33' steel cutter yacht? If so - does yours seem a bit high at the bow? Mine seems at least 2" high at the bow, not sure why.

Padz