Megaware Keelguard SkegGuard 27071 Stainless Steel Skeg Protector - Fits Mercury, Mariner, Force, Honda, Nissan/Tohatsu Outboards

The Megaware Keelguard SkegGuard 27071 is a stainless steel skeg protector designed to shield an outboard motor's skeg from ramp dragging, hidden debris, and everyday wear, or to restore function to a skeg that has already been damaged or broken. Built from heavy-duty 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish, the SkegGuard 27071 conforms closely to the shape of the skeg and includes a drain hole on the bottom so water does not collect and cause corrosion or freezing.

Installation is designed to be straightforward: using a rubber mallet, the SkegGuard is slid onto the existing skeg and gently tapped until fully seated, then secured through pre-drilled holes using a 1/4-inch drill bit. The SkegGuard 27071 can be installed with as little as 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg remaining, making it a practical repair option for a skeg that has already sustained damage, not just a preventive upgrade. It also features a 3mm lower wear tab to take the brunt of contact at the tip of the skeg.

The SkegGuard 27071 fits a range of outboard motors from Honda, Force (by Mercury), Mercury/Mariner, and Nissan/Tohatsu, listed in the Fitment section below. It is backed by a 3-year warranty.

Specifications

• Brand: Megaware Keelguard
• Manufacturer Part Number: 27071
• Product Line: SkegGuard
• Material: 316 stainless steel, 18 gauge, mirror-polished finish
• Color/Finish: Silver
• Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Installation Type: Slide-on with pre-drilled mounting holes
• Drill Bit Size Required: 1/4 inch
• Lower Wear Tab Thickness: 3mm
• Drain Hole: Yes, prevents water collection and corrosion/freezing
• Minimum Remaining Skeg Length for Install: 2 to 3 inches
• Fit Type: Vehicle specific fit (outboard motor specific)
• Unit Count: 1
• Warranty: 3 years

Fitment

• Honda: 60BFP Power Thrust 2010-Present
• Honda: 75-90hp 4 stroke 4 cyl 1995-Present
• Honda: 100hp 4 stroke 4 cyl 2007-Present
• Honda: 115hp 4 stroke 1999-2010
• Force (by Mercury): 70-90hp 2 stroke 1998-2002
• Mercury/Mariner: 40-50-60hp 4 stroke Big Foot, Command Thrust, Sea Pro 4.25 inch 2001-Present
• Mercury/Mariner: 75-90-115hp 2 and 4 stroke 1984-2014
• Mercury/Mariner: 125hp 2 stroke 2000-2012
• Nissan/Tohatsu: 70-75-90-115-120-140hp 2 stroke 1993-2018
• Nissan/Tohatsu: 75-90hp BFT 4 stroke 2014-2019

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Megaware Keelguard SkegGuard 27071 used for? The SkegGuard 27071 protects an outboard motor's skeg from ramp dragging, hidden debris, and everyday wear, and it can also restore function to a skeg that is already damaged or broken.

Which outboard motors does part number 27071 fit? The 27071 fits Honda 60BFP Power Thrust (2010-Present), Honda 75-90hp 4 stroke 4 cyl (1995-Present), Honda 100hp 4 stroke 4 cyl (2007-Present), Honda 115hp 4 stroke (1999-2010), Force 70-90hp 2 stroke by Mercury (1998-2002), Mercury/Mariner 40-50-60hp 4 stroke Big Foot, Command Thrust, and Sea Pro 4.25 inch (2001-Present), Mercury/Mariner 75-90-115hp 2 and 4 stroke (1984-2014), Mercury/Mariner 125hp 2 stroke (2000-2012), and Nissan/Tohatsu 70-75-90-115-120-140hp 2 stroke (1993-2018) and 75-90hp BFT 4 stroke (2014-2019).

Can this be installed on a skeg that is already broken? Yes, the SkegGuard 27071 can be installed with as little as 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg remaining, so it works as a repair for a damaged or broken skeg, not only as preventive protection.

What material is the SkegGuard 27071 made from? It is made from heavy-duty 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish.

How is the SkegGuard 27071 installed? Using a rubber mallet, the SkegGuard is slid onto the existing skeg and gently tapped until fully seated, then secured through the pre-drilled mounting holes using a 1/4-inch drill bit.

Does the SkegGuard 27071 include a drain hole? Yes, the 27071 has a drain hole on the bottom to prevent water from collecting and causing corrosion or freezing.

How much does the SkegGuard 27071 weigh? The Megaware Keelguard SkegGuard 27071 weighs 1.4 pounds.

How long does installation take? Installation of the SkegGuard 27071 is designed to take under 10 minutes using the pre-drilled holes and a rubber mallet for seating.

What color and finish does the 27071 have? The SkegGuard 27071 has a silver, mirror-polished stainless steel finish.

Is a warranty included with the SkegGuard 27071? Yes, the 27071 comes with a 3-year warranty.

Does the SkegGuard 27071 fit both port and starboard installations? The SkegGuard 27071 mounts onto the skeg at the bottom of the outboard's gearcase and is not a port/starboard side-specific part; it is matched by motor make, horsepower, and model year rather than by side.

How many SkegGuard units come in one order of part number 27071? One order of the 27071 includes a single SkegGuard unit.