I cant emphasize enough the importance of contacting Bob's Machine Shop for the updated stop block (im not sure of the exact name). There was a horrific accident recently where the outboard came into the cockpit of a Ranger. Both fishermen were seriously injured with one having to have a leg amputated.
This has been a known issue for awhile, however its close to home now with the incident last week on the Upper Ches. VERY IMPORTANT!
I believe those stops were upgraded in 04 models.
2022 Basscat Jaquar
Mercury 300 Pro Xs
Ifyou dont have that "travel stop" next to the cylinder, you could be at risk.
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by Blue Steel »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">I believe those stops were upgraded in 04 models.</TD></TR></TABLE>
Thought it was 06?
What I am saying is that there was a fix in 04, the 06 plate should be ok but worth checking as Rob said.
2022 Basscat Jaquar
Mercury 300 Pro Xs
Gotcha!
Thanks for the heads up Rob,
We actually had a discussion about this exact topic at my last club meeting. I plan on making sure I am covered.
Dwayne
So... I was thinking of getting a Bob's JP this winter. Is a strong plate? How about Atlas?
Rob and anyone else concerned,
I just got off the phone with Robert at Bobs Machine and the upgrade kit to install the stops is free. All you need to do is provide the serial number of the jack plate, make and model of your boat and engine and they will ship it to the address you provide free of charge.
Dwayne
Thanks for the notice, Rob. That was a tragic accident!!!
I contacted Bob's a couple of years ago and got the stops installed..no charge.
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