Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard 27171 Stainless Steel Skeg Protector for Honda, Force, Mercury, Tohatsu, Suzuki Outboards

The Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard 27171 is a protective sleeve that slides directly over an outboard motor's skeg to guard it against ramp dragging, submerged debris, and everyday wear on the water. It is also used to restore function to a skeg that has already been damaged or partially broken off, since it can be installed with as little as 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg remaining.

The SkegGuard is built from heavy-duty 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish, and it includes a drain hole at the bottom so water does not collect and cause corrosion or freezing. A 3 millimeter lower wear tab takes the brunt of impact and abrasion so the skeg itself does not. Installation takes about 10 minutes: the sleeve is slid onto the existing skeg with the help of a rubber mallet, tapped into place, then secured using the pre-drilled holes and a 1/4-inch drill bit.

Part number 27171 is fitted for Honda 35, 40, 45, and 50 hp outboards (1991-Present) and BF60A and 90hp 3-cylinder models (2010-Present); Force 70 hp (1991-1997); Mercury 40, 50, and 60 hp 2-stroke (1986-1990); Tohatsu 40 and 50 hp (1993-Present) and 60 hp (2014-2023); and Suzuki DF40, DF50, and DF60 hp (2003-2010 only) and DF70 hp (2001-2008, no A models).

Specifications

• Brand: Megaware KeelGuard
• Manufacturer Part Number: 27171
• Product Line: SkegGuard
• Material: 316 stainless steel, marine grade
• Gauge: 18 gauge
• Finish: Mirror-polished
• Thickness: 3 millimeters
• Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Unit Count: 1
• Drain Hole: Yes
• Installation: Slides on with a rubber mallet, secured with pre-drilled holes and a 1/4-inch drill bit
• Warranty: 3-year
• UPC: 672057271711

Fitment

• Honda 35, 40, 45, 50 hp outboards, 1991-Present
• Honda BF60A and 90 hp 3-cylinder outboards, 2010-Present
• Force 70 hp outboards, 1991-1997
• Mercury 40, 50, 60 hp 2-stroke outboards, 1986-1990
• Tohatsu 40, 50 hp outboards, 1993-Present
• Tohatsu 60 hp outboards, 2014-2023
• Suzuki DF40, DF50, DF60 hp outboards, 2003-2010 only
• Suzuki DF70 hp outboards, 2001-2008 (no A models)

Replaces (OEM)

No OEM cross-reference numbers are specified for this part.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Megaware SkegGuard 27171 used for? It is a protective sleeve that fits over an outboard motor's skeg to prevent damage from ramp dragging, submerged debris, and general wear, and it can also restore function to a skeg that is already broken or worn down.

Which outboards does part number 27171 fit? The 27171 SkegGuard fits Honda 35, 40, 45, and 50 hp outboards (1991-Present) and BF60A and 90 hp 3-cylinder models (2010-Present); Force 70 hp (1991-1997); Mercury 40, 50, and 60 hp 2-stroke (1986-1990); Tohatsu 40 and 50 hp (1993-Present) and 60 hp (2014-2023); and Suzuki DF40, DF50, and DF60 hp (2003-2010 only) and DF70 hp (2001-2008, no A models).

What material is the SkegGuard 27171 made from? It is made from heavy-duty 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish.

How much of the original skeg do I need for installation? The Megaware SkegGuard 27171 can be installed with as little as 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg remaining, making it suitable for repairing a partially broken skeg.

How is the SkegGuard 27171 installed? Installation takes about 10 minutes: the sleeve is slid onto the existing skeg using a rubber mallet, gently tapped until fully seated, then secured through the pre-drilled holes using a 1/4-inch drill bit.

Does the 27171 skeg guard include a drain hole? Yes, the SkegGuard 27171 has a drain hole at the bottom to prevent water from collecting and causing corrosion or freezing.

How much does the Megaware SkegGuard 27171 weigh? It weighs 1.1 pounds.

Is the 27171 SkegGuard a genuine Megaware KeelGuard product? Yes, part number 27171 is a genuine Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard, not a generic aftermarket copy.

What comes in the box with the 27171 SkegGuard? Each order includes one Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard 27171 stainless steel sleeve with drain hole; no additional hardware is listed beyond the part itself.

How thick is the wear tab on the SkegGuard 27171? The SkegGuard 27171 features a 3 millimeter lower wear tab that absorbs impact and abrasion to protect the skeg underneath.

Is the SkegGuard 27171 covered by a warranty? Yes, the Megaware SkegGuard 27171 comes with a 3-year warranty.

Will the SkegGuard 27171 fit a Suzuki DF70 with an A model designation? No, the 27171 fitment for Suzuki DF70 hp outboards (2001-2008) explicitly excludes A models.