{"product_id":"skeg-guard-fits-mercury-mariner-75-175-hp-replaces-mercury-mariner-27061","title":"Skeg Guard – Fits Mercury\/Mariner 75-175 HP (Replaces Mercury\/Mariner 27061)","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This marine-grade \u003cstrong\u003eStainless Steel Skeg Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e provides robust protection for your lower unit, preventing costly damage from underwater impacts. It is designed to fit Mercury and Mariner outboards, including 75–115 HP 4-Stroke models (2015–present) and 135–175 HP 2-Stroke models, including Optimax and Pro XS series (2001–2018).\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The guard serves as a direct replacement for Mercury\/Mariner OEM part 27061 and aftermarket equivalents like SupremeMarine 1904-27061 and YMT 27061.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eSimple Installation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolt-on design requires no complex welding; all necessary hardware is included.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eDurable Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from polished 316 stainless steel for maximum corrosion resistance in fresh and saltwater.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n      \u003cstrong\u003eEnhanced Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Features a reinforced wear tab and a drain hole to prevent water accumulation, corrosion, or freezing.\n    \u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ss-table-wrap { overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; }\n  table.ss-table { width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; min-width:640px; }\n  table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td {\n    padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\n  }\n  table.ss-table th {\n    white-space:nowrap; word-break:normal; letter-spacing:normal; font-weight:600; background:#f8fafc;\n  }\n  @media (max-width:480px){\n    table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td { padding:8px 10px; font-size:14px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003ePart Number Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eUse this matrix to confirm equivalent references across OEM and aftermarket suppliers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Part Number Matrix\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMercury\/Mariner\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eOriginal Equipment (OEM)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSupremeMarine\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1904-27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eYMT\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSafe-Skeg\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eAftermarket Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eConfirm your engine model and year range in the table below to ensure correct fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits Mercury\/Mariner:\u003c\/strong\u003e This guard is compatible with the following 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboard models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Engine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\"\u003e\n      \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eRated HP\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eOEM Part No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMercury\/Mariner\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e75-90-115\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e75–115\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2015–Present\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2.07\" Ratio\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMercury\/Mariner\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e135\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e135\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2001–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMercury\/Mariner\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e140\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e140\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eVarious\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e1978–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eMercury\/Mariner\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e150–175\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e150–175\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e2001–2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e27061\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eIncludes Optimax \u0026amp; Pro XS models\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdl\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSkeg Guard Protector\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eInstallation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eBolt-On\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eConnection\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMechanical, via stainless steel hardware\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMarine-Grade 316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eHousing Color\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eSilver\/Polished\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003ePackage Dimensions\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e14.53 × 6.5 × 1.26 inches (369 × 165 × 32 mm)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eWeight\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1.43 pounds (0.65 kg)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eFitting Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eDirect fit to existing skeg\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eThread Size\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1\/4\" (hardware included)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eFull marine operating temperature range\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eOther Attributes\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eFeatures drain hole to prevent corrosion\/freezing; includes reinforced wear tab across bottom for enhanced protection\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 × Skeg Guard (27061)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color:#d0021b;\"\u003e1 × Installation Hardware Set\u003c\/span\u003e (bolts, washers, hex key)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClean the skeg thoroughly, removing any marine growth, dirt, or loose paint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSlide the skeg guard over the existing skeg to confirm a snug and proper fit. Ensure it sits flush against the gearcase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWith the guard in place, use the pre-drilled holes in the guard as a template to mark drilling locations on your skeg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove the guard and carefully drill the marked holes using a bit appropriately sized for the included 1\/4\" hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eApply a marine-grade sealant (like 3M 5200) to the inside of the guard and around the drilled holes to prevent water intrusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePosition the guard back onto the skeg, align the holes, and install the mounting bolts. Tighten them evenly until secure, but do not overtighten.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWipe away any excess sealant and allow it to cure as per the manufacturer's instructions before use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill this fit my specific engine model if it's not listed?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eTo ensure compatibility, your engine's model, horsepower, and year must match the ranges provided in the \"Engine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\" table. Do not purchase if your model is not explicitly listed, as skeg shapes can vary significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs drilling required to install this skeg guard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, this is a bolt-on guard that requires drilling two holes into your existing skeg. The included hardware is specifically designed for this purpose. The process is straightforward for those comfortable with basic mechanical tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan this be installed on a skeg that is already broken or partially missing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis guard is designed to fit over an existing, intact skeg. It can cover and protect a skeg with minor damage (e.g., chips, scrapes), but it requires at least 2-3 inches of the original skeg remaining to properly mount and secure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between this 316 stainless steel guard and an OEM part?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis aftermarket guard is made from high-quality 316 stainless steel, known for its superior corrosion resistance compared to other steel grades. While OEM parts guarantee a perfect fit, our guard is built to meet or exceed original specifications for durability and protection, often at a better value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow can I tell if my existing skeg is damaged and needs a guard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eInspect your skeg for visible signs of damage like deep scratches, gouges, cracks, or a bent profile. Any significant impact from rocks, sand, or debris can compromise its integrity and affect steering. A guard can prevent further damage or cover existing cosmetic flaws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eOEM vs. Aftermarket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis listing is an aftermarket replacement (not OEM). Built to OEM-level specifications with comparable materials. Manufactured in an ISO 9002 facility, batch-inspected for consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eShipping speed \u0026amp; cost\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide quickly—typical transit 5–15 days. Standard shipping is free; expedited options appear at checkout where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCovered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. If issues arise, contact support with your order details. Returns are accepted within our standard window (unused \u0026amp; in original condition). See our policy page or reach out for instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Important Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVerify images\/specifications vs your original part. If anything differs—even if your model appears compatible—do not purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eProfessional installation is recommended for safety and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAbout Sea Sierra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Grade Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e — We supply marine parts engineered to OEM-level tolerances and tested for real-world conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Global Fulfillment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Free standard delivery to most regions in 5–15 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer-Direct Value\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fair pricing without compromising on materials or QC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SeaSierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50718262362427,"sku":"cD9y964C904","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8673\/8747\/files\/cD9y964C904.png?v=1762958376","url":"https:\/\/seasierra.com\/products\/skeg-guard-fits-mercury-mariner-75-175-hp-replaces-mercury-mariner-27061","provider":"SeaSierra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}