how to support the engine while traveling

[Clutzmi]

how do i support the engine while traveling it has a service stand but man does it bounce, i have seen the support bars for bass boats but have nowhere on the trailer for something like that. so what do i do? this is my first boat and it has been a learning experience and i would hate to crack anything do to bouncing. pictures would be wonderful but i'm not picky any advice would be greatly appreciated

Zach

 

[Old Screwball]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

My Sun Tracker came with a Transom Saver. Engine is supported by the trailer. Good Luck

 

[MH Hawker]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

I just wrap a bungee around mine to stop the bouncing but iv got a small motor on mine.

 

[Boss Hawg]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

A bit more info wud be good- Boat-Trailor style-Motor size-T&T?
I have a float on Trailor so no transom saver, 110hp motor - I just put the trim rod in the highest holes & suck the motor down on it- Course I can't see it while driving but it can't bounce -

 

[5150abf]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

Can you rig somehting up between the bottom of the engine pod and the lower, that would really be all you need.

Without knowing what trailer you have that is the best I can think of.

 

[H20Rat]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

haven't ever needed them on my 4 stroke 75 on the back of my pontoon... Raise it up, then flip the tilt locks, and turn the wheel all the way to one side. It won't bounce, the trim cylinders are still locking it in place. The tilt locks are just a secondary safety system.

 

[lakegeorge]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

how do i support the engine while traveling it has a service stand but man does it bounce, i have seen the support bars for bass boats but have nowhere on the trailer for something like that. so what do i do? this is my first boat and it has been a learning experience and i would hate to crack anything do to bouncing. pictures would be wonderful but i'm not picky any advice would be greatly appreciated

Zach

Why not get some hold downs like you use on the back of boat and wrap them around the motor and then to your trailer and whinch them tight.

 

[muskiemike12]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

This could be an option if you have a larger motor. http://www.m-ywedge.com/

 

[Clutzmi]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

This could be an option if you have a larger motor. http://www.m-ywedge.com/

didnt think of that. ive seen them but it never crossed my mind.

here is a pic of tge set up in have. its a 90hp evinrude, dont know the trailer type or year of boat. (still waiting on the titles)

 

[Boss Hawg]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

Be fairly ez to rig up a Transom Saver on that- Thats the way i'd go.

 

[Water logged]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

How far is it from the lower unit to the 1st crossmember. It looks like a transom saver set at full length should fit it.

Glenn

 

[Bamaman1]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

It would depend on how far you're towing your boat, and the condition of the roads you're on. Many people just drop their motor down as far as they can and let it go with that. Of course, you don't want to get into any situation where you're going to drag the lower unit.

Or, you can buy a transom saver if you're towing far and on rough roads.

 

[Clutzmi]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

thanks for all the input I've been looking at transom savers online and it looks like i can get an adjustable, bolt on one that will work perfectly on my set up

 

[Trebs Toon]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

I have a Lowes SS230 with a 115 4 Stroke Merc. Cabelas's indicated that Lowe advised for this model a transom savor is not necessary. They did recommend that the motor be tilted all the way down when traveling.

 

[staydry]

Re: how to support the engine while traveling

If you do a lot of towing or tow long distances...don't fool around...get something adequate to shore up your transom...I got lucky on mine and the factory covered it...GL

Transom Saver