{"product_id":"springfield-1780245-guardian-motor-support-econ-kit-adjusts-21-5-33-inch","title":"Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit, Adjusts 21.5-33 Inch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit is a bolt-on and over-the-roller transom saver designed to protect the leading edge of an outboard motor's lower unit during trailering and transport. It adjusts to fit a 21.5 to 33 inch range, making it suitable for a variety of trailer and motor setups. The support reduces wear on the steering mechanism by taking stress off the motor and transom while the boat is on the trailer, helping prevent the lower unit from bouncing or swinging during transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit features a narrow cast aluminum head paired with composite pivoting motor supports, combining a durable metal core with lightweight, wear-resistant contact points. This economy combo design offers both a bolt-on mounting option and an over-the-roller mounting option, giving installers flexibility depending on their trailer configuration. The unit is finished in black and is backed by a 5-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Springfield\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1780245\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjustment Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21.5 to 33 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.9 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHead Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cast aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Support Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Composite (plastic)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on and over-the-roller combo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-year limited warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Equivalent Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 724252\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e724252\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It protects the leading edge of an outboard motor's lower unit while the boat is on a trailer, reducing wear on the steering mechanism during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat size range does the Springfield 1780245 adjust to?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit adjusts from 21.5 to 33 inches to accommodate different trailer and motor configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Springfield 1780245 a bolt-on or roller-mount transom saver?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is an economy combo design that supports both bolt-on mounting and over-the-roller mounting, so it can be installed either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the OEM equivalent part number for the Springfield 1780245?\u003c\/strong\u003e The OEM equivalent part number for this Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit is 724252.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Springfield 1780245 motor support made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e It has a narrow cast aluminum head combined with composite pivoting motor supports that contact the lower unit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit weighs 2.9 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the Springfield 1780245?\u003c\/strong\u003e This Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit is finished in black.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Springfield 1780245 come with a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit is backed by a 5-year limited warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the Springfield 1780245 fit any outboard motor?\u003c\/strong\u003e Because it adjusts from 21.5 to 33 inches, the Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit fits a range of outboard motor and trailer setups within that span rather than one specific model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Springfield 1780245 protect against?\u003c\/strong\u003e It protects the lower unit's leading edge from impact and reduces steering mechanism wear that can occur from motor movement during trailering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Springfield 1780245 an economy version of another motor support?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is sold as the Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit, an economy bolt-on and over-the-roller combo version of Springfield's Guardian motor support line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes in the box with the Springfield 1780245?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Springfield 1780245 Guardian Motor Support Econ Kit includes the cast aluminum head assembly with composite pivoting motor supports as a complete kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springfield","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49025166934235,"sku":"S-M-1780245","price":116.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/img_eac98ba5-fb96-4232-b956-4937b9825eec.jpg?v=1785332822","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/springfield-1780245-guardian-motor-support-econ-kit-adjusts-21-5-33-inch","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}