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Motor Lifts, Trim & Tilt

Model 45 Auxiliary Motor Lift

SKU: 550045

ENHANCED DESIGN

Quickly and easily deploy your kicker motor by flipping a switch with the Model 45 Motor Lift. Improvements for 2019 for this already impressive motor lift allow for 20% faster travel from fully raised to deployed position.

With 15.5" of vertical lift, the Model 45 is perfect for boats where a clamp-on kicker motor will be mounted to a tall transom. Rugged construction features 1/4" thick fabricated aluminum plates, heavy-duty black powder-coat paint, and stainless steel hardware. This 12 volt Electro/Hydraulic system includes all wiring (25'), relays and a dash-mounted rocker switch.  

55-0045 Spec Sheet

 55-0045 owner's manual, integral trim and tilt model 25.

SKU: 550025  

The Panther Integral Trim and Tilt is designed for use with Johnson and Evinrude, 20HP to 35HP outboard motors, made since 1976. Developed to provide trim and tilt features on motors that don't have factory trim and tilt. In a matter of minutes the Panther Integral Trim and Tilt fastens directly to your exiting motor bracket without modification. The Panther Integral Trim and Tilt offers a patented break-away safety feature, that releases the motor in the event of striking a log or any underwater stationary object. What Motors will the Integral Trim & Tilt work with?

Designed to work with Johnson and Evinrude Two-Stroke outboards.

Motors made from 1976 to 2004.

Horse Power Ratings of 20, 25, 28, 30 and 35.

Locking Shallow Water Drive (Flip Switch) must be on the side of the motor not the front.

2-cylinder models only, does not work with 3-cylinder outboards.

55-0025 Spec Sheet

55-0025 owner's manual, motor lift model 35.

SKU: 550035  

Wireless Option Available

Make your day on the water just a bit more enjoyable with out straining your muscles trying to raise and lower the auxiliary motor. A simple convenience with major results. The heavy duty bracket easily handles auxiliary outboards up to 35hp or 150 pounds. Kicker motors are supported in any position with this durable design. In addition to its ruggedness, the Model 35 is the only kicker motor lift with a convertible setback. This unit can be adjusted to 13 inches of setback, making it ideal for inboards, I/Os, jet-drives, and outboards when over the transom mounting is unavailable. 

An optional spacer (55-9035) offers an additional three inches of setback for even greater clearance. When it comes to auxiliary motor lifts, the Model 35 sets the standard. Rugged, reliable, and tournament tested.

55-0035 Spec Sheet

55-0035 owner's manual, trim and tilt - model 40 weekender series.

SKU: 550040  

This trim and tilt is designed specifically for the weekend fisherman. The Model 40 is a heavy duty fabricated aluminum bracket. It will hold 2 and 4 strokes motors up to 150lbs. It’s powerful electro-mechanical actuator provides automatic trim and tilt with the push of a button. Bracket comes with electrical relay and 2 button switch (12ft cord). 

7” setback - weighs 27 lbs

55-0040 Spec Sheet

55-0040 owner's manual, trim and tilt model 55.

SKU: 550055

Rugged Trim & Tilt for pontoons and other boats, the compact Trim & Tilt Model 55 conveniently matches outboards from 15hp to 55hp weighing up to 250 pounds. Perfectly designed for pontoons, fishing, or pleasure boats, the Trim & Tilt provides an additional five degrees of negative tuck for improved hole shot.

Adapts to clamp on or bolt-through outboards. Standard BIA bolt pattern.

55-0055 Spec Sheet

55-0055 owner's manual.

Trim and Tilt Model 135

SKU: 550135  

Make your day on the water just a bit more enjoyable with out straining your muscles trying to raise and lower an outboard motor that is not equipped with trim and tilt. A simple convenience with major results. The model 135 is the perfect option for older outboard motors with bad hydraulic trim and tilts, when repair costs are prohibitively expensive. 

The heavy duty bracket is designed for outboards up to 135hp or 350 pounds and it maximizes lifting power (even greater than the outboards tilt range), and it also allows for increased tuck-under to get heavy boats on plane quickly. Adapts to clamp on or bolt-through outboards.

55-0135 Spec Sheet

55-0135 owner's manual, pro strap kicker tie down.

SKU: 551500  

The Panther Pro-Strap provides hands-free, heavy-duty retention for the Model 35. As the engine is tilted, the strap tightens and secures the motor for extreme, rough water conditions. As the motor is lowered, the two-inch diving belt strap stays secured and tucks to the side. Will fit any auxiliary outboard with a Panther Model 35. Adjustable buckles and stainless clevis are included.

55-1500 Spec Sheet

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MD 10 & 20 Motor Lifts for Sailboats and Powerboats

This all-stainless davit system was specifically engineered for newer powerboats with integrated swim platforms, where the transom is too far forward for a conventional davit system, but it will also work well on boats with transoms with more traditional designs.

MD 10 Motor Lift

Rated for up to 100 lbs with 4:1 tackle.

Manufactured from the best quality 1¼" x .065" marine stainless tubing.

Fittings and fasteners are of high quality stainless steel.

MD series hoists use DELRIN® plastic rail bushings to eliminate chafe and corrosion at mounting points.

Optional equipment includes our outboard motor harness - made with U/V resistant mil. spec. webbing and all stainless fasteners and fittings.

MD 20 Motor Lift

Rated for up to 225 lbs with 6:1 tackle.

MD-20 is manufactured from the best quality 1¼" x .120" marine stainless tubing.

MS1 Outboard Motor Harness

Our outboard motor strap has all stainless fittings and wraps around the motor twice! The motor can never slip out of our sling!

RA10-MD Motor Hoist Kit

Outboard sling made from heavy-duty belt webbing with stainless fittings.

The ideal add on for our Radar Tower and Atenna mount.

Goes perfectly with our Outboard Motor Harness .

Manufactured from best quality 1-1/4 x .065 marine stainless tubing. 

All stainless fittings and fasteners. 

Precision welded using state-of-the-art processes and fully polished. 

UHMW plastic rail bushings eliminate chafe and corrosion at mounting points. 

CD-175 Cargo Hoist for Sailboats and Powerboats

Rated for up to 175 lbs. with 6:1 tackle.

$695.00 USD

Manufactured from best quality 1-1/4 x 11ga. (.120" wall) marine stainless tubing. 

3/8" yacht braid tackle with sufficient rope for 12' lift. 

Disassembles into three easy-to-store sections. 

Storage Bag for CD-175

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Make an outboard motor hoist

• Ben Meakins
• February 19, 2015

Bill Martin makes a budget crane to hoist his outboard motor from his dinghy to his boat

The outboard motor which came with our boat proved to be a bit heavy to lower and lift (wife in boat, me in dinghy) so we urgently needed a means to handle it safely. A look round a scrapyard yielded several lengths of stainless steel tubing of various diameters, one of which had a convenient right-angle bend in it. I cut these to size and attached one length of tube to the pushpit, using U-bolts made from stainless studding. The main jib fits over it and swings in an arc to allow the motor to be lifted, swung and lowered as required.

Bill Martin

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Custom Engine Hoist

• Thread starter Neil
• Start date Jul 23, 2007
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For various reasons I need a custom engine hoist to handle a not too heavy outboard motor to be mounted on the stern rails of my sailboat. None of the standard units will fit and these suppliers don't seem too interested in making up a custom unit. So I am hoping to find a shop that will cut, bend and TIG weld SS tubing. There is not much to it as far as I can see. Cut to length, bend tube to spec and weld on an eye to attach a pulley block lifting system. I could probably come up with a rail mounting device for the hoist without too much brain storming. However the real challenge, as I see it, is the foot of the hoist post needed for the deck mount. It needs to allow rotation but not allow the post to accidently lift out.Has anyone successfully designed and fabricated a custom outboard engine hoist and solved this design/fabrication problem?  

Rotation and lift can be handled at different places in the system.First, you get rotation by mounting a pipe on the deck for a base, and sliding your davit (bent pipe with pulley, hopefully with a brace welded in to keep it from bending) down over the base.You will probably have some sort of collar higher up to support the davit, maybe at the top of your stern pulpit. If you put a bolt through the davit, or a clamp around it, under that upper collar, it will keep the davit from lifting.Gravity will probably keep the davit down anyway, but you need the bolt or clamp to be safe and sure.If this description is not sufficiently confusing, I will try harder on request.  

Stu Jackson

Try Garhauer? Have you?  

Neil.. I currently have two motor hoists, one off my old boat that I kept when I sold it and one off my new boat that I took off because I'm not using it. One is the Garhauer and one is the Forespar Nova Lift 153311 (see link here: http://www.forespar.com/onlineCatalog/2007/Sailboat/30sailing_novaDavitNovaLift2007.shtml ) and both units are 316 stainless steel. I had not really decided to sell either one but if you're interested perhaps either one of these units could be modified for less money than a custom unit. The Forespar is basically brand new. I purchased a four stroke motor, hated it, and sold it three weeks later so no longer needed the Forespar and it was installed less than two weeks. The Garhauer is also in very good condition. My e-mail address is [email protected] if either of these may work for you..  

Find a welder Find a welding shop in your area and go talk with them. these guys make their living doing custom work.  

Most custom shops are going to be very expensive I agree with Stu. You are probably going to find that custom welding is going to be very expensive. The problem with these shops is the polishing.I don't know how Garhauer does it but they semi-custom fabricate items at nearly the same price as their off the shelf items.  

One other posibility is the local Vo Tech school. They often are willing to take projects. It won't hurt to ask. The other posibility is to take a welding course ate the community college.  

Motor Lift Neil:I just installed a Forespar Nova Lift on my 1990 H37.5. It works great.Installation was simple. Jim  

Neil McDonald

Custom Hoist I have looked at all of the standard hoists and they all have an effective lifting radius of 24' or more. I know exactly where the motor mount must be and this dicates where the hoist must be placed - which happens to be about 10" away. The boat has an early "sugar scoop" stern so the motor must be lowered over the side not the stern. This arrangement will work just fine if I have a hoist with only a 10" reach! Neil  

Neil, if you are only lifting a couple of hundred pounds then you can construct a perfectly servicable system from white oak or black locust.  

Thinking Outside the Box Ross' idea of a timber substitute is very interesting! Who said that motor hoists have to be stainless steel? The O/B motor is a Yamaha 8HP 2 stroke at only around 58 pounds. The engine hoist is not really intended to handle any heavy weight but more to ensure that I don't drop the awkward to handle thing in the water any time soon!  

At a local grist mill they have a system for lifting the mill stones. It looks like a gallows made from locust and the stones are about 4 feet in diameter and about a foot thick. The lift is done with a screw but in this case a come-a-long would serve well enough.  

Keep in mind.. Keep in mind that the offset of the motor's bracket will not be at 20" as in the Fore Spar or even 24" like the Garhauer. The center lift point of an outboard motor sling winds up about 8" in front of the motor's bracket so now your really only dealing with a 2" issue if I'm understanding your post correctly..  

Foot and rail arrangement U wrote: "However the real challenge, as I see it, is the foot of the hoist post needed for the deck mount. It needs to allow rotation but not allow the post to accidentally lift out."Here's how the Garhauer works: The vertical arm is a tube. At the deck level, there is a one piece plastic ball on a deck pad which screws onto the deck (or coaming top of wherever it works to locate for the proper swing distance). The bottom of the tube slips onto this ball, so the the bottom of the tube can't move sideways in any direction. There is a ring mounted on the pushpit that the tube slides through and then down onto the ball. The weight of the tube/hoist, even without the motor, avoids it lifting out, ever. Simple, ingenious and it works.Check out Garhauer's website for a picture. You could buy it or make one of your own.  

There is no shortage of base designs that will serve the needs. just a little careful work with paper and pencil will solve most of the problems before any material is cut. a four part tackle will work for the lifting and a cleat will hold the line.  

IMHO It seems to me that it wouldn't take much to extend the boom using aluminum tube or even PVC. Supported by the topping lift or main halyard, there would be very little stress on the extension of the boom. Then using any block and tackle from something like the boom vang or main sheets should work. Frank  

It only has to be strong enough to bear the weight of a man. (that gives a safety factor)  

The main halyard I believe is good for 3500#s  

Seattle Scott

I'm with Frank especially if the boom swings over your rail storage bracket and you have a topping lift.  

Even without a topping lift you can use your main halyard shackled to the end of the boom.  

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CMC Power-Lift Hydraulic

• Made of 6061 T6 alloy aluminum extrusions and fastened with stainless steel fasteners
• Ideal for fresh or salt water use
• No welds or castings to break
• Fully accessible without removing the engine
• Completely self-contained
• Twice the lifting capacity of other transom jacks on the market
• Patented roller design: less friction, longer wear, less maintenance, and virtually no binding problems
• Rated for V-6 motors and smaller

CMC Hydraulic Power-Lift Transom Jacks

The dependable, self-contained and water proof hydraulic actuator has a maximum lifting capacity of 7853 pounds of thrust. More than any other transom jack. You will have no problem lifting even a V-6 300 hp max. motor at full throttle.

The hydraulic actuator is mounted inside the structure of the Power-Lift, yet it is fully accessible without removing the engine. There are no hoses to contain, nor will you have to contend with mounting a pump and reservoir inside your boat, as is the need with other transom jacks. The hydraulic actuator is completely self-contained with its own fluid reservoir (eliminates the need for hydraulic tank and hoses inside the boat). It contains a permanent magnet motor for more power and constant torque. The cylinder within the actuator has twice the lifting capacity than other transom jacks on the market. It contains a no-leak seal and wiper that keeps dirt and water out of the working parts. The system is made of 100% non-ferrous material which makes it impervious to saltwater and freshwater.

The patented roller design means less friction, longer wear, less maintenance, and virtually no binding problems which are common with other transom jacks. The roller assembly contains a stainless steel 3/4" pin with aluminum-bronze alloy rollers. The roller is highly impact resistant, corrosive resistant, and has a high load carrying capacity.

The PL-65 is rated for V-6 motors and smaller and gives you 5" of vertical travel with 1-1/2" of adjustment on the motor bracket and 1-1/2" of adjustment on the transom bracket, a total of 8" of possible adjustment. It also can be purchased with stainless steel motor rails, Model PL-65SS (for V-8 motors 300 HP MAX).

Contact your boat manufacturer or local dealer for setback recommendation for your particular boat and also the affects adding a jack plate can have on your boat

High Speed Version available here

Patented Hydraulic Power-Lift® (U.S. Patent 4,482,330)

OEM/Bulk	Product Name
65001	CMC, PL-65 hydraulic jack plate, 5 1/2", with gauge
65002	CMC, PL-65 hydraulic jack plate, 5 1/2", without gauge
65501	CMC, PL-65HD, 5 1/2", with gauge HP Rating 400
65502	CMC, PL-65HD, 5 1/2" without gauge HP Rating 400
61001	CMC, PL-65 hydraulic jack plate, 10", with gauge
61002	CMC, PL-65 hydraulic jack plate, 10", without gauge

• Max Lifting Capacity: 7853 lbs
• Roller Assembly Pin Dia: 3/4"
• Motor Rating: Up To V6
• Vertical Travel: 5"
• Motor Bracket and Transom Bracket Adjustment: 1 1/2"

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Easy Lift for Outboards

• By Mark Pillsbury
• Updated: June 5, 2014

Easy-Lift, a British marine company, offers a line of simple-to-use hoists for lowering and raising outboard motors to an inflatable or other dinghy. The simplest of its products consists of a single davit and four-part block and tackle. The foot of the davit is attached to the base of a lifeline stanchion; the block and line runs from the top of the davit to the stern rail. Easy-Lift also offers a U-shaped davit that includes an outboard storage bracket. Models start at $270.

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More security and easy handling of your outboard engine!

The lift can be attached to the railing or the stanchions. The lower guide sleeve is fixed to the deck with just one screw and the lift is ready to use in no time.

With the pulley and the 4-power reduction, it´s easy to lift your motor up and down and it´s also a great helper when it comes to getting your provisions aboard.

The lift can be removed quickly when not in use. For all railings with a diameter of up to 30 mm.

Delivered ready to use our lift teams up perfectly with our “Lifting-harness for outboard motors” for even higher comfort and security.

Please note that we charge a bulky goods surcharge of 12,00€ (excl. VAT.) for this product due to the high transport volume!

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IMC Easy Lift

Imc easy lift:, the ultimate marine outboard motor lift.

Ready for an easy to use outboard motor lift? The IMC Easy Lift is a hydraulic /electric lift with a 25” vertical travel at the prop. With a capacity of more than 200 pounds, the IMC Easy Lift is made from rugged powder-coated cast aluminum and stainless steel. The pump, cylinder and hoses are made by Volvo Penta, which allows for easy part access. The pivot rods are heat-treated stainless steel and the delron/graphite bushings are hand-machined to withstand 50,000 psi. The entire lift is commercial-tough and can easily withstand both fresh and saltwater immersion. The IMC Easy Lift fits all transom heights and is simple to control and run at any height. The easy-to-install lift takes just six seconds to raise and lower.

The IMC Easy Lift has been rigorously field-tested by charter fishermen in Alaska on boats from 20 to 35 feet and has met and exceeded all expectations.

The IMC Easy Lift is exclusively from Islands Marine Center.  Price: $2,695.00

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What Is a Boat Motor Hoist?

A boat motor hoist, also known as an outboard motor lift or engine hoist, is a device designed to assist in the lifting, lowering and transportation of outboard motors on boats. It is primarily used to remove or install outboard motors from the transom of a boat or lift the motor out of the water when not in use.

Boat  motor hoists typically consist of a sturdy frame with a lifting mechanism, such as a manual crank hydraulic system, or electric winch. The hoist is attached to a fixed point on the boat, such as the davit or a specially designed lifting eye, and can be operated by a single person. 

Boat motor hoists com in various sizes and weight capacities to accommodate different types and sizes of outboard motors. They are typically constructed from durable materials like steel or aluminum to ensure stability and strength. Some hoists may also feature additional features like adjustable arms or brackets to provide a secure and customized fit for different motor configurations.

An outboard motor harness , such as the Davis Motor Caddy can assist in lifting smaller outboard motors from 2015 horsepower. Motor Caddy's self-centering handle serves as an attachment point for hoists or allows lifting smaller motors by hand. 

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The Best Outboard Motor for a Sailboat

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Daniel Wade

June 15, 2022

The technology of sailing has remained mostly unchanged for centuries. Since learning to harness the power of wind, sailors have been transiting the world’s oceans, expanding trade routes and exploring new cultures. Although nothing more than a renewable natural resource and a single sail is needed to move a sailboat along the water, there are times when it’s important (and in our modern age, convenient) to leverage off a motor to get you where you need to go.

Like any unique piece of equipment in the world of sailing, outboard motors come in a variety of sizes with features and options to fit any owner’s needs. But of course, one size doesn’t fit all. Every boat is different – even those that come off the production line at the same time – and every owner is looking for something specific when it comes to their sailboat. From the purpose of owning the boat (blue water sailing vs. racing) to the location and impact on maintenance (cold weather vs. tropical weather), an outboard motor is just one of the many elements that will define a sailboat’s function and performance.

Whether you’re a new owner, or a veteran sailor, it’s important to know the basic components of any outboard motor . You should also have an idea of what you want your outboard motor to do for your size and model sailboat.

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Outboard Motor Size

A larger boat doesn’t necessarily mean a larger motor. Although there are different ratings for different classes of boats, a small power plant can be more effective than a larger one. Conversely, an outboard motor can easily overpower a small boat and create unsafe conditions at high speeds. Guidelines and requirements differ between motorboats and sailboats. And while there is some overlap, these considerations apply directly to sailboats.

Engine power has to do with how much water a boat displaces. For sailboats, smaller is better. If you’re a bit of a math geek, the exact formula is 4 horsepower for every 2200lb of weight. Coupled with a propeller size, which can be determined using a propeller calculator , you’ll get a rough estimate to use as a guideline to start shopping. This is a good first step, since size is essentially a fixed variable. Though it’s worth noting for those who are buying a sailboat directly from the manufacturer, that actual weight will increase after delivery – once all other rigging and outfitting has been completed.

Physical size of your outboard motor is an important consideration and is directly related to the design of your sailboat. An outboard motor is made up of three parts from top to bottom:

• The Powerhead – Houses the engine. The bulbous part of the motor.
• The Midsection – Houses the exhaust system. Varies in length and design.
• The Lower Unit – Propellers attach to the gearbox. Submerged when operational.

Shaft length is an important design element and should be considered when purchasing a motor. A shaft that is too short will obviously prevent the propeller from being submerged in water, while a shaft that is too long will extend the propellers too far. Not only will it decrease the efficiency of your engine, it will create unnecessary drag. Know your transom length when looking at different models.

When an outboard motor is not being used, it should be stowed in its upright position. Some of the larger motors have an automated switch that will raise it out of the water, but some must be secured manually. Make sure everyone who sails with you is capable of lifting and securing the motor out of the water in case of an emergency.

Outboard Motor Power

Any kind of motor installed on a sailboat (inboard or outboard) should be viewed as a tool to help with maneuvering. Although there are some very skilled sailors out there who can sail into their slip without the aid of a motor, many harbors have restrictions that either don’t allow for the use of full sails, or there simply isn’t enough room to maneuver. A motor with both forward and reverse gears helps tremendously with docking.

While there is no exact correlation between boat length and total weight, the following is a rough guideline:

• 1-4 HP for boats up to 20’ (approximately 1000-2000lbs)
• 4-18 HP for boats between 20-30’ (approximately 2,000-10,000lbs)
• 18-34 HP for boats between 30-40’ (10,000lbs or more)

There are some things to consider when deciding how much horsepower you need or want. Location and the type of conditions you expect you’ll be sailing in is one of the biggest factors. Heavy seas and high winds typically associated with open ocean sailing will put more strain on your engine, and in some cases overpower it, whereas an engine that is heavier than needed will add unnecessary weight when racing. If you plan on motoring for long distances, consider purchasing an engine that will stand up to a lot of use.

Less HP is required for:

• Boat Design – Single hull boats made out of fiberglass require less power.
• 2-Stroke Engines – This is due to an overall lighter weight engine and higher torque.
• Diesel Engines – Diesel delivers more torque because the rate of compression is greater.
• Bigger Propellers – More surface area means more water displacement.
• Location – Motoring on lakes and rivers requires less power than open ocean.
• Distance – A smaller engine is suitable for shorter distances.

More HP is required for:

• Boat Design – Catamarans and heavier boats (regardless of size) require more power.
• 4-Stroke Engine – Engine weight and an extra step of compression yields less power.
• Gas Engines – The rate of compression for gas engines is much lower than diesel.
• Smaller Propeller – A smaller propeller displaces less water.
• Location – Open ocean, with tides and currents, will strain a smaller engine.
• Distance – Cover more distance when wind conditions are poor requires a larger engine.

Outboard Motor Cost

There is no way to quantify how much you will pay for any given motor. But there are several costs associated with owning an outboard motor that are definitely worth considering when making your purchase.

Certainly, a lager, more-powerful engine is going to be costlier than a smaller engine with lower horsepower. But as mentioned earlier, size is not necessarily a guarantee of performance and efficiency. At the same time, there’s only so much you can get out of an engine before you exceed its capability. Larger engines tend to help with resale value should you choose to sell your boat at some point, but a boat outfitted with right motor to begin with will always perform better than a motor that’s large just for the sake of it.

Factor in maintenance costs and fuel when looking at models. You want to run your engine at around 90% of its max RPMs to balance proper fuel usage and with wear and tear. Making a few calls to marine mechanics to inquire about an engine you’re interested in will give you a lot of information a sales person won’t be able to give you. The good news about outboard motors is that most of them are portable, which means you won’t have the added cost of either paying a mechanic to come to you, or having to get your boat to the yard, which usually requires help from a very good friend willing to spend all day driving and sailing back and forth.

Owning a boat requires constant care and maintenance, so a little knowledge goes a long way. While an outboard motor is not required for sailing, it’s a convenient addition that can greatly increase your enjoyment out on the water. Being patient and spending time researching engines will not only help you make the correct purchase but will help you take advantage of a great deal when it presents itself. Whether you sail the Caribbean, or race off the coast of California in a catamaran, there is an outboard motor that’s just right for you.

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• The safe and easy way to move an outboard engine
• Simple to use; the Motor Caddy is sized to be quickly attached to most outboards from 2 - 15 horsepower
• Features straps long enough to fit 4-stroke motors and an added security strap for today's streamlined engine cases
• Made of UV resistant materials that will endure the marine environment for those who prefer a semi-permanent installation
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Motor Caddy is sized to be quickly attached to most outboards from 2-15 horsepower. This improved design features a longer strap to fit 4-stroke motors and an added security strap for today's streamlined engine cases. Made of UV resistant materials that will endure the marine environment for those who prefer a semi-permanent installation. Glass filled nylon buckles insure that Motor Caddy is easy to install and remove. Makes lifting and moving cumbersome motors safer and simpler.

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Customers like the quality of the product, describing it as reliable and great for single-handed operations. They say the straps are too short and not enough to accommodate the powerhead securely. They also dislike the tightness, saying the rear strap slips off the back of the motor. Customers also differ on ease of installation, and performance.

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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the carrying harness. They mention it's easy to assemble, reliable, and a great product. Some say that it doesn't fit all outboards.

"...It is well made and I can securely lift my motor worries free." Read more

"It is a great carrying harness that is easy to assemble and reliable ...." Read more

"This is a very good product but, unfortunately, it doesn't fit all outboards...." Read more

" Construction seems good , but if you tighten the straps enough to keep it from sliding around, there isn't room under the strap for a good handhold." Read more

Customers are mixed about the performance of the boat harness. Some mention it fully adjustable and works very nice, while others say it doesn't work well with a motor davitz, the strap is much too small and useless, and it wouldn't fit any larger engine.

"...that it was a bit too small but found it fully adjustable and it worked very nice ...." Read more

"This company makes some great stuff. this thing works ok , but I am afraid to throw the instructions away...." Read more

"...fit over the Yamaha 15 however the safety strap is much to small and useless . Had to make it work by rigging up a line...." Read more

" Motor caddy works as expected . It's not fancy but it does the job." Read more

Customers are mixed about the ease of installation. Some mention it's easy to install, convenient, and does the job with simplicity, while others say it'd be difficult to hook to the top with a wench.

"It is a great carrying harness that is easy to assemble and reliable...." Read more

" Difficult to install and handle better suited for lifting by hand. Not good for hoisting. Needs sewed in loops to hook a hoist shackle." Read more

"Arrived on time. Fit my motor. Easy install . Your tech service answered additional questions." Read more

"Caddy worked but straps should have been longer. It was hard to hook to top with wench, because there was no space between strap and top of engine." Read more

Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the boating safety harness. They mention that it's too small to fit their engine and boat. Some customers also say that the safety strap is too small and useless.

"The main carrier did fit over the Yamaha 15 however the safety strap is much to small and useless. Had to make it work by rigging up a line...." Read more

"This bracket did not fit my boat . Could not place it on the back with Nots and Bolts. Refused to use Screws only for a 110lbs motor." Read more

"...the top of the motor is barely long enough, but the security strap is at least 1 foot shorter that it should be...." Read more

"...The securing strap is quite short ! It does appear to be made well enough though." Read more

Customers are dissatisfied with the tightness of the boat lift. They say that the rear strap slips off the back of the motor, and the hoist falls off the outboard if lifted on the slightest of angles. The straps also seem too loose for hoisting and slide off the hood.

"...should have more ability to be tight around the motor … seems too loose for hoisting " Read more

"...It's too shortThe rear strap slips off the back of the motor...." Read more

"...a little high.. although it works to lift my outboard the straps always seem to come loose ." Read more

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Customers are dissatisfied with the straps of the sporting goods. They mention that the strap length is too short, and the front should have an adjustable strap. Customers also struggle with the arrangement of the strap, especially the safety strap.

"...There is not enough strap to accommodate the powerhead securely nor is there a way to support the weight without putting undue pressure on fragile..." Read more

"...fine for my 9.8 4 stroke that I can lift with ease, but the straps are not long enough for my 30 hp Mercury I bought it for." Read more

"I struggled with the strap arrangement , especially the "safety" strap.It's too short..." Read more

"Caddy worked but straps should have been longer . It was hard to hook to top with wench, because there was no space between strap and top of engine." Read more

Customers are dissatisfied with the appearance of the sporting goods. They mention it has a poor design, it's not fancy, and it'll rot in the sun.

"...I suspect this may last a year or so. Pretty cheesy and the straps and buckle will certainly rot in the sun in no time...." Read more

"Motor caddy works as expected. It's not fancy but it does the job." Read more

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Outboard motor lifting harness.

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Outboardlift 100.

For 2 to 15 hp motors up to 100 lbs

Wengler Marine proudly presents the OutboardLift 100  - a simple and strong harness that you can keep on your outboard to provide a convenient lifting point when needed. The OutboardLift improves on our original product with a design that works well with the new streamlined motors as well as flat-bottomed motors.

• 1.5" webbing - for 2 to 15 hp motors up to 100 lbs.
• UV resistant polyester webbing with a breaking strength in excess of 2,000 lbs.
• High strength US-manufactured side release acetal buckles
• Fits the new streamlined outboard motors as well as flat-bottomed motors
• Secure harness stays on your outboard to provide a convenient lifting point when needed
• Manufactured in the USA by Wengler Marine LLC. Patent Pending.

OutboardLift 150

For 15 to 30 hp motors to 150 lbs

Wengler Marine proudly presents the OutboardLift 150  - a simple and strong harness that you can keep on your outboard to provide a convenient lifting point when needed. The OutboardLift improves on our original product with a design that works well with the new streamlined motors as well as flat-bottomed motors.

• 2" webbing - for 15 to 30 hp motors to 150 lbs
• UV resistant polyester webbing with a breaking strength in excess of 4,000 lbs
• Secure harness can stay on your outboard to provide a convenient lifting point when needed

How to use the OutboardLift

The OutboardLift  consists of basically three straps, upper, forward and aft straps connected by tri-joints. The tri-joints will be low on the sides of the motor with the handle on the upper strap. Release the buckle on the forward strap, place the OutboardLift on the engine and bring the forward strap around front of engine, then buckle forward strap. Snug up straps after sliding handle along upper strap to top center. Adjust position on motor according to sketches. Keep tri-joints low on streamlined engines so that the forward and aft straps tightly encircle the lower body of the engine.

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Everything We Know About Yamaha's Hydrogen Outboard Engine

Ben Speciale, President of Yamaha's U.S. Marine Business Unit, confirmed Yamaha's commitment to attaining carbon neutrality of its operations by 2035 and its products by 2050. Speciale went on to say, "We believe hydrogen is a viable method of achieving these goals," at the unveiling of the Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. hydrogen-powered outboard engine in Miami, Florida, on February 14, 2024. With that announcement, Yamaha joins other companies working on hydrogen-powered vehicles .

Yamaha's hydrogen-powered outboard engine, dubbed the H2, is part of a prototype project announced in December of 2023 that includes fuel system engineering by Roush CleanTech, part of the same organization as Roush Racing, and a modified 26-foot boat built by Regulator Marine. Joan Maxwell, President of Regulator Marine, said the project is important for testing hydrogen as an outboard engine fuel source, explaining, "If we don't look for a new source, we won't find a new source."

The H2's hydrogen fuel system requires large hydrogen storage tanks, one of the cons associated with hydrogen-powered vehicles , which the boat's hull must accommodate. Maxwell admits the Hydrogen tanks are larger than she envisioned at first, occupying valuable space in the prototype hull that typically houses fish boxes and marine head facilities.

Roush's Matt Van Benschoten, Vice President of Advance Engineering, said, "Yamaha is trying to determine if hydrogen can successfully be used in this market." In support of the prototype, scheduled to begin testing during the summer of 2024, Roush is providing the design and integration of the hydrogen fuel system, as well as safety analysis.

Yamaha's H2 outboard engine

Yamaha's H2 hydrogen-powered outboard engine uses hydrogen instead of gasoline in its combustion chambers. While this technology is a departure from the systems found in hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles (HFCV) driving the streets of California, it's more like the internal combustion engine we're accustomed to rather than battery electric vehicle (BEV) power.

The H2 hydrogen outboard is a derivative of Yamaha's XTO Offshore outboard engines. The XTO Offshore outboard's 5.6-liter V8 gasoline-engine produces up to 450 horsepower, making it one of the most powerful Yamaha boat motors ever made . Hydrogen's low volumetric energy density means the H2 will produce slightly less horsepower than the XTO Offshore using the same 5.6-liter displacement.

Examples from Cummins, a reputable diesel engine innovator, demonstrate the loss of power by comparing horsepower ratings of two 6.7-liter internal combustion engines, one gasoline powered and the other using hydrogen. The gasoline-powered Cummins 6.7-liter is rated at up to 325 horsepower compared to the hydrogen version with its 290-horsepower rating.

If the 10-percent power loss of the Cummins example is seen in the H2 outboard, it could still produce in excess of 400 horsepower. That output would put it in the ranks as one of the most powerful outboard boat engines available and with zero carbon emissions.

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