I have a new boat with the new merc 225 pro xs 4 stroke. I want a good motor toter. I want something that will protect the transom and the motor. The newer style ones scare me a little bit. What is your take on them and what do you use>?
I have a new boat with the new merc 225 pro xs 4 stroke. I want a good motor toter. I want something that will protect the transom and the motor. The newer style ones scare me a little bit. What is your take on them and what do you use>?
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I think there are limited options for the 4S so far other than the traditional style. I would anticipate BCB coming out with something like the largemouth lou's for the new Mercs. I really like mine on the Opti. I am like you I do not have much faith in the motormate style braces. They are only locking the motor, protecting the steering/trim. Does nothing to protect from the shock going down the road or the motor mounts.
Thats why I keep leaning more toward the older style. They are not sexy but sure functional!
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the old style plain jane Transom Saver is what BCB recommends
YUP, ordered one from Jeff at Bill's. shipping it to my door
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Both BassCat and Mercury recommend the old style that connect the lower unit to the trailer.
I use the DD26 Mean Mount, have had zero issues on the 2-stroke and 4-stroke. Super solid, great colors, excellent quality. Most boat manufacturers recommend the old style, I prefer the new style, locks the motor solid plus the DD26 mount has upgraded bump stops that are used on gas tanks. Dave has worked with the guys at Mercury on the product as well.
2018 BassCat Eyra - 250Pro XS
What about for Yamahas?
The Largemouth Lou's is another product that worked well. But I do not think they are making them anymore. It too supported the same if not better than the original transom saver. It connects at the lower motor mounts to the trailer protecting the steering in conjunction with the needed support for the transom.
Roger Jenks Jr
2021 Bass Cat Lynx
250 Pro xs 4S Serial # 3B010758
Roger Jenks Jr
2021 Bass Cat Lynx
250 Pro xs 4S Serial # 3B010758
2018 Bass Cat Caracal
Yamaha 225 SHO
DD26 has a new Yamaha mount coming out incredibly soon, saw the prototype the other day
2018 BassCat Eyra - 250Pro XS
I used a stick type for years, and still do from time to time just for variety. But, I’ve used a MM the past two seasons and it’s worked just fine.
None of them are transom savers. They don’t support enough meaningful weight to make a difference going down the road.
Use what you prefer. A good stick type, or MM does the same thing. They lessen the amount of motor bounce and keep it centered during towing. The transom is still carrying the weight of the OB.
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