Outboard support device

[PAkev]

My Yamaha F150 owners manual indicates the tilt support lever should not be used when trailering the boat since it could slip out of place. <br /><br />I know of the transom savers that many folks use but I have a few additional problems to make this work for my rigs setup. First it appears that the transom savers only mount to a roller at the rear of the trailer and my trailer only has bunks. Second, there are lights on ther rear cross brace where I may otherwise be able to mount a transom saver. Finally, the distance between the trailer cross brace and the lower unit is considerable further than available with most transom savers.<br /><br />I know Merc sells something for their outboards that holds the lower unit up but I can't seem to locate anything for my Yamaha.<br /><br />Helpful advice appreciated<br /><br />Kevin

 

[buckeye_sean]

Re: Outboard support device

PAkev, there are many manufacturers of these devices. The one I use on my basstracker has a squarish aluminum "nub" that is bolted to the back of the trailer frame (not the rollers) and then my arm is just square tube steel that inserts over the nub with a 1/4" safety pin that keeps it on the "nub". The lower shaft is supported with a typical rubber "V".<br /><br />You may be in a situation where you need to fabricate or have someone fabricate a custom mount that will bolt to the bottom of the trailer frame or on top of it. (In reality a transom saver device is just a piece of tube steel with a rubber "V" on the end." <br /><br />I'm sure there must be someone you know or a machine shop nearby that would be happy to weld/fabricate you up something for a fee.

 

[teamstromer]

Re: Outboard support device

kevin,<br />check out www.m-y wedge.com. this product should accomodate your needs

 

[kd6nem]

Re: Outboard support device

Teamstromer, check your link. Something not quite right there.<br /><br />This style might work: transom saver<br />If not this one here at Iboats try bass pro shops or just do an internet search. I prefer a straight arm when possible, as opposed to the one here. In any case, not all require it fit on a roller.

 

[teamstromer]

Re: Outboard support device

i just typed in http://www.m-ywedge.com it works.<br />if you can't get the website, the name of the prduct is m-y wedge. they sell for 29.95 and fit all makes of outboardz. good luck

 

[quantumleap]

Re: Outboard support device

I use the one on Bearcat's link and it works great. A bracket bolts to the bottom of your trailer crossmember right below the lights. You slip-lock the saver into place by turning it 90 degrees. The middle support tube can be cut to length. It should be plenty long as is. Good job in following the manual.

 

[PAkev]

Re: Outboard support device

Thanks for the replies,<br /><br />I ordered the m-y wedge and anticipate having it in a few days.<br /><br />I also did some field engineering at Home Depot and it looks like I could also put something together with threaded metal pipe with various angles and elbows to get the connection between my trailer and outboard. The one I put together in the store was quite heavy and clumsy so I took it all apart, put the pieces back on the shelf and decided to go for the real deal specifically made for boating purposes.<br /><br /><br />I will let you folks know how it works out.<br /><br />Kevin

 

[Rudderman]

Re: Outboard support device

I use a motoflex support bracket on mine (only a 15 4 stroke). It has a spring that absobs the shock if you go over a bad bump. It may not be totally necessary but it gives me peace of mind. I use bungy straps to keep the bracket secured to the lower unit and the trailer frame.