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scottb June 27, 2020

Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus Review

The Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus is one of those must-have tools for anybody who works on their own boat or car. Simply put, this tool uses a hand pump to easily and without any mess suck out oil or hydraulic fluid from your engine, transmission, or steering system. Below is our full Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus review.

Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus Review

The Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus is a versatile unit which easily goes from vacuum to pressure in order to evacuate or dispense fluids without mess. The Mityvac 7201 is ideal for draining any type of tank or reservoir, and then effortlessly pumping the old fluid out for easy disposal.

Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus

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Mityvac Fluid Evacuator Plus Instructions

The Mityvac 7201 works in just 8 extremely simple steps.

1. Warm up your engine. (you want warm, not hot, not cold)
2. Remove the hydraulic filling cap or your engine’s oil cap and dipstick.
3. Insert the main tube into the top of the Mityvac 7201 Evacuator Plus unit.
4. Select the proper extraction tube which is just a little bit smaller than your fluid or dipstick hole, and attach that tube to the main tube.
5. Insert the extraction tube into the fluid or dipstick hole until you feel it hit the bottom of the pan. For your engine, the dipstick serves as a guide for how far you can expect to slide it down.
6. Be certain that the drain plug on the Mityvac Fluid Evacuator is secured and then select “Evacuate” from the “Evacuate/Discharge” button options.
7. Give the pump about about 10 firm pumps, just like you would a bicycle pump.
8. Step back and watch the magic that is the Mityvac 7201 Fluid Evacuator Plus while it sucks the old fluid out of your system or engine!

It typically takes just a couple of minutes to get all the fluid or oil out. When all of the oil is out you will hear it the device sucking air. After it is finished you take the extraction tube out and off, then insert the main tube into a bucket or something similar to carry it over to your recycling station, flip the switch on the unit to “Discharge”, and then wait for it to blow out the old fluid or oil. Using the Mityvac Fluid Evacuator Plus you no longer need to get your hands dirty!

That’s it! Instructions that anybody can follow.

Mityvac 7201 Parts

The Mityvac is very well built and doesn’t utilize a lot of moving parts. Therefore, it would be quite rare if you needed spare Mityvac 7201 parts. If you do, however, probably the best place to check is eBay. We’ve had ours for years and have never needed to buy any new Mityvac 7201 parts.

UPC #: 646541003829

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scottb May 10, 2020

Lenco Trim Tab Switch Kit For Sale

Last updated on July 16th, 2020 at 06:05 pm

If you are looking to install or replace a trim tab switch for your Lenco system, then you are going to need a Lenco trim tab switch kit. There are several different switches to choose from, so it’s important to use the comparison chart below and pick the correct one for your system.

Lenco Trim Tab Switch Kit

Lenco trim tab switch kits are great because their switches are among the most dependable and innovative trim tab switches that you can buy today. We love the design and quality of Lenco products in general, and their switches deliver instant response at the touch of a button. This allows you to easily position and balance your boat with great ease by controlling your Lenco trim tab actuator.

Lenco trim tab switches are 100% waterproof and maintenance-free. The key pads and control box module are sealed and self-contained. Every Lenco trim tab switch kit is low profile and features fade-proof laser engraved graphics. They also come with a simple wiring guide making installing them yourself quick and easy.

Lenco Trim Tab Actuator 101

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Lenco Trim Tab Switch Kit Comparison Chart

Many of the various Lenco trim switches do look identical, and some come with various cable lengths, so it’s important that you identify and order the proper Lenco switch kit for your system.

TRIM TAB SWITCHPART NUMBERUPCCHECK PRICE

Lenco LED Indicator Integrated Tactile Switch Kit w/Pigtail f/Single Actuator Systems

Lenco LED Indicator Integrated Tactile Switch Kit w/Pigtail f/Single Actuator Systems15170-001874847007573
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Lenco LED Indicator Integrated Tactile Switch Kit w/Pigtail f/Dual Actuator Systems

Lenco LED Indicator Integrated Tactile Switch Kit w/Pigtail f/Dual Actuator Systems15171-001874847007580
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Lenco Marine Inc 15270-001 Led Indicator Two-Piece Tactile (Single)

Lenco Marine Inc 15270-001 Led Indicator Two-Piece Tactile (Single)15270-001874847007658
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Lenco Marine Inc 15271-001 Led Indicator Two-Piece Tactile (Dual)

Lenco Marine Inc 15271-001 Led Indicator Two-Piece Tactile (Dual)15271-001874847007603
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LENCO MARINE Switch KIT F/Trim TAB Double Rocker (single)

LENCO MARINE Switch KIT F/Trim TAB Double Rocker (Single)10222-211D874847005289
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LENCO MARINE Switch KIT F/Trim TAB Double Rocker (Dual)

LENCO MARINE Switch KIT F/Trim TAB Double Rocker (Dual)10221-211D874847007085
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Lenco Marine Inc 15169-001 Standard Integrated Tactile (Single)15169-001874847007566
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Lenco Single Rocker Switch f/ Single Hatchlift Applications

Lenco Hatch Lift Rocker Switch (Single)15096-001874847005708
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Lenco Hatch Lift Rocker Switch (Dual)

Lenco Hatch Lift Rocker Switch (Dual)15098-001874847006101
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Lenco Airboat Trim Tab Rocker Switch

Lenco Airboat Trim Tab Rocker Switch15095-001874847005692
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Flybridge Standard Key pad with 10' (3m) Shielded Harness11841-101874847007467
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Flybridge LED Key Pad with 20' (6.1m) Shielded Harness

Flybridge LED Key Pad with 20' (6.1m) Shielded Harness11841-002874847007429
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Flybridge Kits for LED Integrated Kits (Two-Piece)

Flybridge Kits for LED Integrated Kits (Two-Piece)11941-002874847007528
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Lenco LED Switches

Lenco LED tactile switches have a unique ability to return the tabs to a fully retracted position once the power is removed, thanks to their built-in retract feature. They feature two high intensity L.E.D. lights which indicate the precise position of your boat’s trim tabs at all times.

Conclusion

Lenco trim tab switch kits are low profile, waterproof, maintenance-free, provide instant response, and are super simple to install. Just follow the included installation instructions and you can have one of these switches up and running in under an hour.

You may also be interested in our Lenco Auto Glide Review or discover the simplicity of Nauticus trim tabs.

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scottb May 9, 2020

Lenco Trim Tab Actuator 101 Replacement Guide

The Lenco Trim Tab Actuator 101 replacement is a very simple DIY job. We provide a video and guide below to show you exactly how to do this job.

Lenco 101 Actuator For Sale

The Lenco Trim Tab Actuator 101 features a ballscrew design which makes it far more reliable and also twice as powerful as other, traditional hydraulic actuators. These are easily controlled by a Lenco trim tab switch kit.

The Lenco 101 actuator is super tough and high-torque, capable of easily pushing 750 lbs. The connections for the Lenco marine actuator are waterproof and plug & play, which makes them super easy to connect and eliminate any chance of leaks.

Lenco Trim Tab Actuator 101

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UPC #: 874847003186

Lenco 101 & 102 Parts

The Lenco 101 and Lenco 102 come in various models and part numbers. Check the comparison chart below.

PARTSPART NUMBERCHECK PRICE
LENCO MARINE Actuator 101 Standard15054-001
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LENCO MARINE Actuator STD 4 1/4" 12V 5/16"15059-001
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Lenco 102 Series Standard Actuator - 24V - 4-1/4" Stroke15066-001
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LENCO MARINE Lenco 102XD Extreme Duty Actuator - 12V - 4-1/4" Stroke15060-001
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Lenco 101Xd Extreme Duty Actuator - 12V - 2 1/4" Stroke15056-001
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Lenco Trim Tab Actuator Replacement Guide

Over the years, the Lenco 101 actuator has seen numerous design improvements. Among them are molded-in brass thrust bearing, a stronger top cap with pressure tight torx screws, integrated seal at the base of the actuator, a stronger, thicker housing wall, over-molded cable for tighter, stronger seal, improved O-rings, and a gland seal on the upper mounting bracket.

At some point, you will likely need to replace your old actuator and upgrade to a newer one. If you are looking to replace your Lenco actuator, we have made it easy for you to view or download the Lenco Trim Tab Actuator Replacement Guide. You can also follow along in the video below to see how exactly to do a Lenco actuator replacement. It is a very simple, quick, and straightforward procedure.

Conclusion

As you can see, doing a Lenco trim tab actuator replacement is something that most people should be able to do themselves. The job shouldn’t take any longer than 30 minutes. Whether you get the Lenco 101 or Lenco 102 XD, you can be sure that you will get many years of great performance from your Lenco marine actuator.

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