Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard 27341 Skeg Protector for Mercury 40-50-60HP 2 and 4 Stroke Outboards

The Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard 27341 is a stainless steel skeg protector designed to shield the lower skeg of Mercury 40-50-60HP 2 and 4 Stroke outboard motors from ramp dragging, submerged debris, and everyday wear. It is also used to restore function to a skeg that has already been worn down or broken, 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 is fitted with a lower wear tab and a drain hole in the bottom to prevent water from pooling and causing corrosion or freezing during storage or in cold conditions.

Installation is designed to be straightforward: the guard is slid onto the existing skeg using a rubber mallet to gently seat it, then secured through pre-drilled holes using a 1/4 inch drill bit. The 27341 is sized for the 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg used on Mercury and Mariner 40-50-60hp 2 and 4 Stroke outboards, 1991-Present. It is backed by a 3-year warranty.

Specifications

• Brand: MEGAWARE KEELGUARD
• Manufacturer Part Number: 27341
• Material: 316 Stainless Steel
• Gauge: 18 Gauge
• Finish: Mirror-Polished
• Color: Silver
• Installation Type: Bolt-On
• Weight: 1.13 pounds
• Wear Tab Thickness: 3 millimeters
• Recommended Drill Bit Size: 1/4 inch
• Minimum Remaining Skeg Length for Install: 2 to 3 inches
• Skeg Size Fitment: 3.44 inch Torpedo
• Warranty: 3-year manufacturer warranty

Fitment

• Mercury and Mariner 40-50-60hp, 2 and 4 Stroke, 1991-Present, 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg

Replaces (OEM)

• No OEM cross-reference numbers are listed for this part.

Frequently Asked Questions

What outboard motors does the Megaware SkegGuard 27341 fit? The 27341 fits Mercury and Mariner 40-50-60hp outboards, 2 and 4 Stroke, 1991-Present, with a 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg.

Is the SkegGuard 27341 the right part for a Bigfoot or Command Thrust lower unit? No, the 27341 is sized for the standard 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg; Bigfoot and Command Thrust lower units use a different Megaware model, so confirm the skeg size before ordering.

What is the 27341 SkegGuard made of? It is made from 18 gauge marine grade 316 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish, giving it corrosion resistance for saltwater and freshwater use.

Can the SkegGuard 27341 be used to repair a broken skeg? Yes, the 27341 can restore function to a damaged or broken skeg and can be installed with as little as 2 to 3 inches of the original skeg remaining.

How is the 27341 SkegGuard installed? Installation involves sliding the guard onto the existing skeg with the help of a rubber mallet, gently tapping it fully seated, then drilling through the pre-drilled holes with a 1/4 inch drill bit to secure it.

Does the SkegGuard 27341 have a drain hole? Yes, the 27341 includes a drain hole in the bottom to prevent water from collecting inside the skeg, which helps avoid corrosion and freeze damage.

How much does the Megaware SkegGuard 27341 weigh? The 27341 weighs 1.13 pounds.

What warranty comes with the SkegGuard 27341? The 27341 is backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty.

Will the SkegGuard 27341 fit other brands of outboard motors? The 27341 is fitted specifically to the Mercury and Mariner 40-50-60hp 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg; other outboard brands and horsepower ranges require a different Megaware SkegGuard model sized to that skeg.

What thickness is the wear tab on the 27341 SkegGuard? The 27341 features a 3 millimeter lower wear tab designed to take the brunt of ramp dragging and impacts.

What tools are needed to install the SkegGuard 27341? A rubber mallet is used to seat the 27341 onto the skeg, and a 1/4 inch drill bit is needed to drill through the pre-drilled mounting holes.