{"product_id":"megaware-keelguard-skegguard-27341-skeg-protector-for-mercury-40-50-60hp-2-and-4-stroke-outboards","title":"Megaware KeelGuard SkegGuard 27341 Skeg Protector for Mercury 40-50-60HP 2 and 4 Stroke Outboards","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstallation 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e MEGAWARE KEELGUARD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27341\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 Gauge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mirror-Polished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-On\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.13 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear Tab Thickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 millimeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Drill Bit Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/4 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Remaining Skeg Length for Install:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 to 3 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkeg Size Fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.44 inch Torpedo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3-year manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMercury and Mariner 40-50-60hp, 2 and 4 Stroke, 1991-Present, 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNo OEM cross-reference numbers are listed for this part.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat outboard motors does the Megaware SkegGuard 27341 fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 27341 fits Mercury and Mariner 40-50-60hp outboards, 2 and 4 Stroke, 1991-Present, with a 3.44 inch Torpedo skeg.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the SkegGuard 27341 the right part for a Bigfoot or Command Thrust lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the 27341 SkegGuard made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the SkegGuard 27341 be used to repair a broken skeg?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the 27341 SkegGuard installed?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the SkegGuard 27341 have a drain hole?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Megaware SkegGuard 27341 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 27341 weighs 1.13 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty comes with the SkegGuard 27341?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 27341 is backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the SkegGuard 27341 fit other brands of outboard motors?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat thickness is the wear tab on the 27341 SkegGuard?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 27341 features a 3 millimeter lower wear tab designed to take the brunt of ramp dragging and impacts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat tools are needed to install the SkegGuard 27341?\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Keel Guard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49027496444123,"sku":"MKI-27341","price":125.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/81GQJBoEL3L_99f85152-5ff2-41cb-a7c9-92937421b93b.jpg?v=1785331037","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/megaware-keelguard-skegguard-27341-skeg-protector-for-mercury-40-50-60hp-2-and-4-stroke-outboards","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}