Skeg Guard Protector 27211 for Mercury Mariner 75-300 HP Outboard 316 Stainless
Skeg Guard Protector 27211 for Mercury Mariner 75-300 HP Outboard 316 Stainless
Product Overview
Skeg guard protector for Mercury and Mariner outboards from 75 HP to 300 HP, the stainless part that bolts over the lower unit skeg to take the wear a gearcase gets on ramps, beaches and shallow water. It replaces Megaware SkegGuard 27211 and Panther 35-SS660, it is made from 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel with a 3 mm lower wear tab, and one guard ships in a 370 mm x 165 mm x 30 mm pack at 640 g.
The skeg is the fin under the gearcase, and it is the first thing to hit when a motor is tilted down too far on a ramp or run through shallow water. It is also what protects the prop and the gearcase housing behind it, so a skeg worn down to a stub leaves the expensive parts exposed.
This guard slips over what is left of the skeg and is held with bolts drilled through it. Megaware rates it as usable with only 2 to 3 inches of original skeg left, which is the point where most skegs are written off and a new gearcase housing is the only other option.
The material is 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel, mirror polished, with a 3 mm wear tab along the bottom edge where a skeg takes the most abrasion. There is a drain hole at the bottom of the guard so water cannot sit inside it and corrode the leg or split the guard if it freezes.
Fitment covers the Mercury and Mariner 75 to 300 HP range listed below, including Command Thrust, SeaPro, the 4.8 in torpedo four strokes and Verado, and the 200 to 250 HP Optimax and ProXS two strokes. The 4.8 in torpedo gearcase is the one to check, and Torquemaster gearcases are not covered.
Specifications & Attributes
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Type | Skeg Guard Protector (Skeg Repair Guard) |
| Megaware SkegGuard Part Number | 27211 |
| Panther Part Number | 35-SS660 |
| Material | 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel |
| Finish | Mirror polished |
| Lower Wear Tab | 3 mm |
| Gearcase | 4.8 in torpedo |
| Drain | Drain hole at the bottom prevents water pooling |
| Mounting | Drill 1/4 in holes through the skeg |
| Installation Time | Under 10 minutes |
| Minimum Skeg Left | 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg |
| Country of Origin | Taiwan |
| Quantity | 1 guard |
| Net Weight | 640 g including packaging |
| Packaging | 370 mm x 165 mm x 30 mm |
| Packaging In Inches | 14.57 in x 6.50 in x 1.18 in |
| Warranty | 3 year |
OEM Cross Reference
| Brand | OEM Part Numbers |
|---|---|
| Megaware SkegGuard | 27211 |
| Panther | 35-SS660 |
Compatible Engines
Mercury lists this guard across the 75-90-115-135-150-175-200-225-250-275-300 HP range, in the groupings below. Check the gearcase is a 4.8 in torpedo and not a Torquemaster before ordering.
| Brand | Model / HP | Gearcase | Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercury / Mariner | 75 HP, 90 HP, 115 HP Command Thrust | Command Thrust gearcase | 2014 - Present |
| Mercury / Mariner | 75 HP, 90 HP, 115 HP SeaPro | SeaPro gearcase | 2014 - Present |
| Mercury | 135 HP, 150 HP, 175 HP, 200 HP, 225 HP, 250 HP, 275 HP, 300 HP | 4-stroke and Verado, 4.8 in torpedo | 2005 - 2018 |
| Mercury | 150 HP 4-stroke, ProXS, SeaPro | 4.8 in gearcase | 2019 - Present |
| Mercury | 200 HP, 225 HP, 250 HP Optimax and ProXS | 2-stroke, not Torquemaster | 1999 - 2018 |
| Mercury | 200 HP, 250 HP, 300 HP PRO Verado | 4.8 in gearcase | 2015 - 2018 |
Why Fit A Skeg Guard
| Situation | What The Guard Does |
|---|---|
| Skeg worn down by ramp drag | Restores the depth and shape of the skeg |
| Skeg broken off above the prop | Bolts onto the remaining 2 to 3 inches and rebuilds it |
| Shallow water and beach launching | Takes the abrasion instead of the gearcase |
| Hidden debris in the water | Stainless plate absorbs the impact before the housing does |
| Prop and gearcase protection | Keeps the lower unit housing behind the skeg covered |
| Resale or insurance inspection | Hands the motor on with an intact lower unit |
What's Included
| Component | Detail | Qty |
|---|---|---|
| Skeg Guard Protector | 18 gauge 316 stainless steel, 27211 | 1 |
| Mounting hardware | Not included, the fixing bolts are sourced locally | 0 |
| Drill bit | Not included, a 1/4 in bit is needed | 0 |
| Fitting instructions | Printed leaflet in the pack | 1 |
Installation
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Check the gearcase is a 4.8 in torpedo and not a Torquemaster |
| 2 | Clean the skeg and check at least 2 to 3 inches of it is left |
| 3 | Slide the guard onto the skeg and tap it home with a rubber mallet |
| 4 | Check the guard sits square and follows the skeg line |
| 5 | Drill through the pre-drilled holes with a 1/4 in bit |
| 6 | Bolt the guard on with stainless fixings and check them after the first trip |
Condition & Warranty
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Warranty | 3 year |
| Packaging | Box, 370 mm x 165 mm x 30 mm |
Before You Buy
- Replaces Megaware SkegGuard 27211 and Panther 35-SS660
- Fits Mercury and Mariner outboards from 75 HP to 300 HP
- Fits the 4.8 in torpedo gearcase, not Torquemaster
- 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel, mirror polished
- 3 mm lower wear tab and a drain hole at the bottom
- Needs 2 to 3 inches of original skeg left to bolt onto
- Mounting hardware is not included, a 1/4 in bit and stainless bolts are needed
- 30-Day Easy Returns
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