Skeg Guard Protector 27061 for Mercury Mariner 75-175 HP Outboard 316 Stainless
Skeg Guard Protector 27061 for Mercury Mariner 75-175 HP Outboard 316 Stainless
Product Overview
Skeg guard protector for the Mercury and Mariner outboards, supplied as 1 x skeg guard in 18 gauge 316 stainless steel with a 3 mm lower wear tab. This is the part that goes over the skeg at the bottom of the gearcase and takes the scrapes that would otherwise wear the aluminium away. It replaces Megaware SkegGuard 27061 and crosses to Panther 35-SS620, it weighs 670 g with packaging, and it covers the Mercury 75 to 175 HP four strokes and two strokes listed in the table below.
The skeg is the fin under the gearcase. It is the lowest point on the engine, and on a ramp or a shallow beach it is the part that touches first. Aluminium wears away, and once enough of it has gone the gearcase is exposed.
The guard slides on over what is left of the skeg and bolts through it. It does not replace a skeg that has snapped off clean at the housing, but it will cover one that is worn down, rounded off, or broken short, as long as 2 to 3 inches of the original is still there.
316 stainless is the grade for salt water. It is fitted with a rubber mallet in under ten minutes, and the pre-drilled holes are used to mark the skeg before it is drilled with a 1/4 inch bit.
There is a drain hole at the bottom of the guard so water does not sit inside it and freeze or corrode. The 3 mm lower wear tab is the part that takes the ramp, so it is thicker than the rest.
Specifications & Attributes
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Type | Skeg guard protector |
| Megaware SkegGuard Number | 27061 |
| Panther Number | 35-SS620 |
| Material | 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel |
| Finish | Mirror polished |
| Wear Tab | 3 mm lower wear tab |
| Drain Hole | Yes, at the bottom of the guard |
| Fits | Mercury and Mariner outboards, see the table below |
| Horsepower Range | 75 HP to 225 HP |
| Years | 1978 to present, see the table below |
| Minimum Skeg Left | 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg |
| Fixing | Pre-drilled holes, 1/4 inch drill bit |
| Install Time | Under 10 minutes, 4 steps |
| Parts In Kit | 1 piece |
| Net Weight | 670 g including packaging |
| Packaging | Pack |
| Warranty | 3 year |
OEM Cross Reference
| Component | Numbers |
|---|---|
| Skeg guard protector | 27061 |
| Megaware SkegGuard | 27061 |
| Panther | 35-SS620 |
Compatible Engines
| Horsepower | Model | Years |
|---|---|---|
| 75 HP | Mercury, 4 stroke | 2015 to present |
| 90 HP | Mercury, 4 stroke | 2015 to present |
| 115 HP | Mercury, 4 stroke | 2015 to present |
| 135 HP | Mercury, 2 stroke | 1986 to 2012 |
| 140 HP | Mercury | 2001 to 2005 |
| 150 HP | Mercury, 2 stroke, Optimax, Pro XS, EFI, 4.75 in torpedo | 1978 to 2018 |
| 175 HP | Mercury, 2 stroke, Optimax, Pro XS, EFI, 4.75 in torpedo | 1978 to 2018 |
| 135 HP | Mercury / Mariner, 2 and 4 stroke | 1978 to 2011 |
| 150 HP | Mercury / Mariner, 2 and 4 stroke | 1978 to 2011 |
| 175 HP | Mercury / Mariner, 2 and 4 stroke | 1978 to 2011 |
| 200 HP | Mercury / Mariner, 2 and 4 stroke | 1978 to 2011 |
| 225 HP | Mercury / Mariner, 2 stroke | 1978 to 1995 |
This is the application list for the 27061 guard. The same guard does not fit every Mercury gearcase, so check the horsepower and the year against the table before ordering, and if the engine is not in it send us the model and the serial number and we will check it against the guard.
The 4.75 inch torpedo line covers the 150 and 175 HP two strokes, Optimax, Pro XS and EFI gearcases from 1978 to 2018. The 75, 90 and 115 HP four strokes from 2015 use a different gearcase and are listed separately for that reason.
What The Guard Protects Against
| Damage | What Happens Without A Guard | What The Guard Does |
|---|---|---|
| Ramp dragging | The skeg wears flat on the bottom edge | The 3 mm wear tab takes the wear instead |
| Hidden debris | Chips and gouges out of the aluminium | The stainless shell covers the damaged area |
| Beach launching | The skeg rounds off season by season | A hard skin over the worn skeg |
| Shallow water contact | The skeg bends or breaks short | Covers a broken skeg with 2 to 3 inches left |
| Trailer contact | The leading edge is chewed | The polished shell protects the leading edge |
What's Included
| Component | Detail | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Skeg guard protector | 18 gauge 316 stainless steel, 3 mm wear tab, mirror polished | 1 |
| Pre-drilled holes | Drilled into the skeg during fitting | Included |
| Drain hole | At the bottom of the guard | Included |
| Fixing bolts | Not required, the guard is drilled to the skeg | 0 |
Key Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Direct replacement | Fits in place of Megaware SkegGuard 27061 |
| Cross referenced | Panther 35-SS620 |
| 316 stainless steel | 18 gauge marine grade, mirror polished |
| 3 mm wear tab | Thicker at the bottom where the ramp hits |
| Drain hole | Water does not collect inside the guard |
| Four step fitting | Rubber mallet and a 1/4 inch drill, under 10 minutes |
When A Skeg Guard Is The Right Fix
| Situation | Covered | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Skeg worn down or rounded off | Yes | The guard covers the worn area |
| Skeg broken short but 2 to 3 inches left | Yes | The remaining stub carries the guard |
| Skeg snapped off at the gearcase | No | That needs a new skeg or a gearcase repair |
| Gearcase cracked or leaking oil | No | The gearcase has to be repaired first |
| New engine, want protection from day one | Yes | Fitting it early is the cheapest option |
Fitting Notes
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check the horsepower and year against the table above |
| 2 | Clean the skeg back to bare metal and check how much of it is left |
| 3 | Slide the guard onto the skeg and tap it on with a rubber mallet until it seats |
| 4 | Use the pre-drilled holes to mark the skeg, then take the guard off |
| 5 | Drill the skeg with a 1/4 inch bit at the marks |
| 6 | Refit the guard and tap it fully home, then check the drain hole is clear |
| 7 | Check the guard sits straight against the gearcase before the boat goes back on the water |
Condition & Warranty
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Warranty | 3 year |
| Packaging | Pack |
Before You Buy
- Skeg guard protector for Mercury and Mariner outboards
- Replaces Megaware SkegGuard 27061
- Crosses to Panther 35-SS620
- 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel, mirror polished
- 3 mm lower wear tab and a drain hole at the bottom
- Fits the Mercury 75, 90 and 115 HP four strokes from 2015
- Fits the Mercury 135 HP two stroke from 1986 to 2012
- Fits the Mercury 140 HP from 2001 to 2005
- Fits the Mercury 150 and 175 HP two stroke, Optimax, Pro XS and EFI from 1978 to 2018
- Fits the Mercury Mariner 135, 150, 175 and 200 HP from 1978 to 2011
- Fits the Mercury Mariner 225 HP two stroke from 1978 to 1995
- Needs 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg left to fit
- 670 g with packaging
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- Free Worldwide Shipping
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