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Location: Cedarburg, Wisconsin | I used to use one all the time, from my first motor on, but I have changed my mind. From reading posts from other E-TEC owners I found out the bracket on that engine is more than sturdy enough to support the motor while trailering. Also, there is a possibitlity of damaging the gearcase where the saver contacts it, possibly causing stress cracks to the point where the lower unit lube can start to seep out. Older boats generally had much weaker transoms than the newer ones, just from the materials they were made from, so years ago it made sense, but not so much now.
I like the fact the saver keeps the motor from swinging sideways but I've already got marks on the gearcase where the paint is worn. So from now on, I'll just bungee cord the steering wheel and use the built in bracket. |
