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Megaware KeelGuard 27061 SkegGuard Stainless Steel Skeg Protector for Mercury Outboards

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Megaware KeelGuard

<h3>Industry-Leading Boat Hull Protection Since 1992</h3><p>In 1992 Megaware developed Keel Guard, the industry's first patented, do-it-yourself keel protector. This innovation transformed how boaters protect their vessels from abrasive damage caused by sand, rocks, concrete ramps, and underwater obstacles. As a small, family-owned American business, Megaware KeelGuard has built a reputation for engineering excellence and unwavering commitment to product quality.</p><h3>Patented Technology and Engineering Excellence</h3><p>Every aspect of the patented Megaware KeelGuard® has been designed with boat designers and 3M® engineers. The secret to its superior performance lies in a precise, abrasive-resistant blend of polymers and urethanes achieve optimal durability and pliability. The product features angled grooves that create hydrodynamic channels, producing air pockets that reduce drag without compromising boat speed or handling characteristics. This thoughtful engineering ensures that protecting your hull doesn't mean sacrificing performance on the water.</p><p>A pressure-sensitive adhesive creates strength, while permanently bonding and sealing Megaware KeelGuard®'s contoured edges to the hull surface. This self-sealing edge design eliminates the need for messy additional sealants and ensures a watertight fit that prevents moisture intrusion—a critical factor in preventing fiberglass delamination.</p><h3>DIY Installation and Lifetime Warranty</h3><p>One of Megaware KeelGuard's most appealing features is its accessibility to the average boat owner. Megaware KeelGuard® is designed for DIY installation. Each kit includes step-by-step instructions, a KeelGuard, a scotch-brite pad, primer wipe, and a burnishing tool. Most installations take about an hour, making professional installation unnecessary. The company backs this confidence with Lifetime warranty!—coverage that extends for as long as you own your boat, protecting against both abrasive wear and adhesion failure.</p><h3>Versatility and Customization Options</h3><p>Available in a wide array of 12 colors and versatile sizes from 4 to 12 feet, the Megaware KeelGuard® fits most fiberglass and select aluminum boats, allowing boaters to match their vessel's aesthetics while adding robust protection. All colors are UV-stabilized to resist fading, ensuring the product maintains its appearance throughout its lifetime. Whether you're an angler running shallow flats, a recreational boater frequently launching from concrete ramps, or a commercial operator needing fleet-wide protection, Megaware KeelGuard provides customizable solutions that don't compromise your boat's value or performance.</p><h3>Trusted by Professionals and Enthusiasts</h3><p>The brand's reputation extends beyond the recreational market. Engineered for durability, trusted by anglers and Coast Guard fleets worldwide. This widespread adoption by both professional and recreational users speaks to the product's proven reliability in demanding marine environments. When you choose Megaware KeelGuard, you're selecting boat protection that has been tested and trusted across countless applications, from bass fishing tournaments to government fleet operations.</p>

Part Number

27061
07/13/2036 9:38 AM
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$93.07

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Product Details

The Megaware KeelGuard 27061 SkegGuard is a heavy-duty stainless steel skeg protector engineered specifically for compatible Mercury outboard motors. Designed to protect and prevent damage to your motor's skeg, it can also serve as a repair solution for an already broken or damaged skeg — saving you hundreds of dollars in lower unit repairs.

Key Features:

  • Constructed from 18-gauge marine-grade 316 stainless steel with a mirror-polished finish for a clean, custom look
  • Reinforced 3mm lower wear tab protects the most vulnerable area of the skeg against ramp dragging, submerged rocks, debris, and hidden underwater hazards
  • Drain hole prevents water from collecting inside the guard, reducing the risk of corrosion and freeze damage
  • Precision-formed to conform closely to your lower unit — no discernible drag or loss of performance
  • Can be installed with as little as 2 inches of original skeg remaining, making it ideal for broken skeg repair
  • DIY installation in under 10 minutes using common tools — slide onto the skeg with a rubber mallet, then secure with included self-locking hardware through pre-drilled 1/4-inch holes
  • Backed by a 3-year limited warranty

The SkegGuard 27061 is motor-specific and engineered to fit select Mercury outboard models with a 4.75" torpedo gearcase profile. Whether you're protecting a new skeg or repairing damage from a previous season, the SkegGuard is a cost-effective, long-lasting solution trusted by boaters across the country.

Very easy to buy and great price.

Great service good product

Website was super easy to navigate and just as easy to place an order. Great set up.

I am very pleased with the product and how fast I got it

Online it didnt say anything about the tires being tube type which woulda been nice to know instead of finding out after i got the tires.

The part arrived quickly and undamaged. It appears to be of high quality.

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I recoeved my order in 2 days

perfect

Easy shopping and check out

Happy hope shipping is quick

Called for help getting the right one and customer service was very friendly

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Good experience so far. Shipping still remains a ?.

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