Trailering - motors up or down?

[Lt.Mike]

Ah, I see now; The belt loops over the trim cylinders & keeps the wood in place.

That is a neat configuration; Nice job Lt Mike!

There are more complicated and expensive solutions but simple is usually best.

 

[Hookup1]

I bought the My-Wedge’s and the steering locks. Steering locks only 4”. I would like 5” but can’t find them.

 

[DennisG01]

I've never seen (in person) or used a steering lock, but... wouldn't a piece of PVC pipe with a slot ripped out of it work? Cut the slot just shy of the steering ram diamater and it will "snap" over the ram to stay put. A couple velcro straps (or tape) would make it even more secure. Maybe use Sch 80 instead of 40?

 

[Ky Grady]

Mine are 4" and fit perfectly on each side on my F225 cylinder.

 

[J-cubed]

M-y Wedge = cheap insurance

 

[Hookup1]

I found a 5" version of the steering stop.

Amazon.com : Gator-Lock : Sports & Outdoors

Amazon.com : Gator-Lock : Sports & Outdoors

www.amazon.com

 

[Recoil Rob]

I like the 2x4/fanbelt idea. does that keep the engine straight also?

My Honda 150 has cable steer....how would I lock that? I could put something on the port side but not the starboard...

 

[Lt.Mike]

I like the 2x4/fanbelt idea. does that keep the engine straight also?

My Honda 150 has cable steer....how would I lock that? I could put something on the port side but not the starboard...

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I like the 2x4/fanbelt idea. does that keep the engine straight also?

My Honda 150 has cable steer....how would I lock that? I could put something on the port side but not the starboard...

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My grady has hydraulic steering so it doesn’t move but I’d guess a heavy rubber bungie would do the job. Turn it to one side and hook the bungie.
One other nice thing about the 2x4 is when I launch I throw it in the back of my truck and since doing that it hasn’t grown legs