Panther 35SS635 Safe-Skeg Stainless Steel Skeg Protector for Johnson/Evinrude & OMC Cobra

The Panther Safe-Skeg (35SS635) is a mirror-polished, engine-specific stainless steel skeg protector that installs directly over your outboard's original skeg. Whether you need to guard a new skeg from future damage, restore a chipped or impact-damaged skeg to like-new condition, or simply add a polished finish to the lower unit, the Safe-Skeg delivers a precision fit and lasting protection.

The outboard skeg is the fin-shaped component at the lowest point of the motor. It acts as a rudder to keep the boat tracking straight and enables accurate, responsive steering. Because of its low position, the skeg is highly vulnerable to rock strikes and underwater impact — and a damaged skeg can noticeably reduce engine performance and steering precision. The Safe-Skeg shields this critical component with heavy-gauge marine-grade steel.

Key Features:

• 316 Marine-Grade Stainless Steel — Corrosion-resistant alloy built for salt and fresh water environments
• 1.5mm Material Thickness — 50% thicker than competing skeg protectors; no additional skid plate required
• Mirror-Polished Seamless Design — Adds a clean, factory-finish appearance to the lower unit
• Engine-Specific Fit — Designed and contoured for a precise fit on compatible Evinrude/Johnson outboards and OMC Cobra stern drives
• Built-In Drain Hole — Allows water to drain freely, preventing corrosion buildup and winter freeze-up damage
• Quick Installation — Mounts in minutes with no special tools required

Kit Includes:

• Safe-Skeg stainless steel protector
• Mounting hardware
• Allen wrench
• Loctite 262
• Installation instructions

The Panther 35SS635 Safe-Skeg is the trusted choice for protecting lower unit integrity on Evinrude/Johnson 90–140 HP outboards (1980–2001) and OMC Cobra 4-cylinder stern drives (1986–1994).