What is the purpose of a propeller guard on a boat?
1. To protect the propeller and gear box from damage in the event of a prop striking a rock or other hard object. 2. To protect a person in the event they come into contact with a moving propeller.
Do I need propeller guards?
Propeller guards are a necessity if you plan on flying indoors, allowing you to simply bounce off walls. Propeller guards also increase drag, which can have an impact on flight speed and acceleration time.
What is rope guard and why it is fitted?
The rope guard is a device that is fitted between the stern tube and the propeller, It consists of two half rings with blades bolted to them. The purpose is to protect the propeller from being damaged in the case that a rope is caught in it.
How does transom saver work?
The transom saver is a device that protects your boat’s transom from stress or eventual damage from forces exerted on it by the weight of the outboard while you are trailering it. The transom saver connects to the trailer’s rear cross, absorbing stress for the engine bracket and transom.
What is a prop protector?
Prop Guards are designed to surround the propeller like a nozzle. It is proven to provide significant gains in thrust which is great for water skiers. The design of the Prop Guard acts like a nozzle around the propeller and provides a directional force which gives the boat improved handling and more power.
How much do prop guards cost?
The price of an ideal prop guard is around US $ 200.
How big can a prop guard guard be?
17″ Propeller Line Guard for up to 200hp Outboard Motors.Maximum Propeller Diameter: 16″ 1″ Prop Tip.. 09″ Propeller Safety Guard for up to 8hp Outboard Motors.Maximum Propeller Diameter: 8.25″ 1″ Prop T.. 10″ Propeller Safety Guard for up to 120hp Outboard Motors.Maximum Propeller Diameter: 9.25″ 1″ Prop..
What kind of PROP does a Mercury engine use?
We carry aluminum and stainless steel Mercury Props. No matter the age, make, or model of your Mercury engine, we have the right propeller or propeller parts for any repairs or replacements needed.
Is the Mercury skeg Guard made in the US?
Built in the United States this Mercury Outboard Skeggard (Skeg Guard, Skeg protector) is made from high-quality stainless steel to help protect and even repair the damaged skeg on outboard motors. Fitting over 10 different outboard motors, this Skeggard is top of the line. *BOLT KIT INCLUDED.
Who is the inventor of the Mercury outboard motor?
A leading name in marine engines, Mercury is recognized for producing top-quality outboard motors as well as the MerCruiser line of inboard engines. Founded in 1939 by the talented engineer-businessman Carl Kiekhaefer, the Mercury brand of boating engines are found as factory equipment with many watercraft manufacturers.