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Outboard Engine Trimming Made Easy [Automated and Optimized]

Kyle Peterson
Mar 02, 2018

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How and when to trim your outboard engine affects boat performance; speed, ease of turning, control in waves and fuel economy are all impacted. If you’re trimmed too high, the boat porpoises and looses ‘bite’ – trimmed too low, the bow plows water, reducing speed and fuel economy while making it harder to turn

If you’re new to boating or are just interested in hands-free trimming, Mercury’s Active Trim handles the process for you. The Active Trim module talks to the engine and makes continual trim adjustments based on changes in boat speed and maneuvers. This results in improved performance, fuel economy and ease of operation. Visit your local marine dealer for specifics – additional web resources are provided below.

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Kyle Peterson

Kyle is the resident adventurer with an adept eye for a good shot and the training and expertise to bring a lot of dynamic content to Wired2fish videos. His underwater footage and aerial photography help set Wired2fish’s content apart from the masses. He’s an avid freshwater angler adept at catching a lot of different kinds of fish in a lot of different ways and places.