Tilting Motor

[William E. Atchison]

Although an old man , I am a young boater( this phrase was borrowed from Thomas Jefferson). I live along a river and most of the boats have their motors tilted while tied up. I dont understand why? Would appreciate any help anyone out there can give.

 

[JB]

Re: Tilting Motor

It prevents, or at least reduces marine growth, Bill.

 

[Jack Shellac]

Re: Tilting Motor

It also keeps the lower unit gearbox up out of the water. The gearbox is supposed to be waterproof but anything can happen. I'm old too and I think it's a custom that's carried over from the earlier days of boating when the seals weren't all that long-lived. Also keeps motor from being struck by debris.