Hi everyone.
I am new to this forum and have just bought a 1980 Endeavour 26. First boat ever. So I apologise if I use the wrong terminology. I have learn't a bit crewing on and off for a mate and have a lot to learn.
I would like to ask your advice on how to store the 2 stroke, 5hp outboard while sailing and moored? Currently it just lays down on the floor next to the stairs. Not very secure!
Thanks in advance.
Hi BJ
Welcome to the forum
There is a one near us and he leaves the outboard tilted up when sailing and on the mooring but I am not sure how secure this would be where your boat is moored
Regards Don
Thanks Don and twodogs.
Yes, mine has a well.
I didn't even think about under the cockpit. Great idea.
The trouble with storing the engine below is the smell. Actually having to manually move the thing around is a pain too if the boat is on a mooring with wakes from passing boats etc. The smell might not bother you now but it might unsettle the better half at times. The fuel fumes are not particularly safe either. I had an Endeavour 24 in the '70's with the outboard in a well, I can not remember where the tank was but I'm sure it was isolated from the cabin.
The tank is in a lockable box behind the well.
My main concerns were laying it down and it sliding around when moored or sailing.
I'm assuming laying it down isn't a problem.
I might build an open box, to keep it from moving around, that it can sit in under the cockpit.
www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Sailing/General/Motoroutboard-making-a-well-solution/?page=1
have a look at Shaggy's post
I often take my 3.3hp motor with me when I leave the dinghy at the mooring. I use a
stanchion outboard bracket from Whitworths, about $30.00.That should solve the problem.
Exactly. Stancion Mount Bracket, up to 15hp. Only $19.95 ! Should fit most taff rails but not certain about E26. And you don't have to carry it below. What could be easier and with that motor on an Endeavour trim should not be a problem. Imho.
Select to expand quotesamsturdy said..
I often take my 3.3hp motor with me when I leave the dinghy at the mooring. I use a
stanchion outboard bracket from Whitworths, about $30.00.That should solve the problem.
Thanks Sam.
But I like the well.
It is a 5hp. so a little heavier. And I use a kayak to access the boat when I go out myself.
Select to expand quoteHG02 said..
www.seabreeze.com.au/forums/Sailing/General/Motoroutboard-making-a-well-solution/?page=1
have a look at Shaggy's post
Thanks HGO2.
Confused me even more. I was happy with the well. Seems the majority prefer to have it on a bracket.
Time to think while I keep making the seats for the pushpit.
Select to expand quotetwodogs1969 said..
Most endeavour have a well don.
Move the stairs and put it under the cockpit.
Hi Twodogs
Pretty sure the one in the photo at Port Huon originally had a inboard that was removed and replaced with the outboard
Regards Don
The well is the best solution. Fume problems and drag can be overcome. Having easy access to the motor and keeping the prop submerged are important factors.
Below deck storage is also best, however if you have an integral fuel tank it is a bit more tricky.
Procedure for storage is to run the carby dry by disconnecting the fuel line while the motor is running. Stop the motor when it starts to run rough. Ensure that the piston is stopped in the compression stroke with ports closed. Lift the motor vertically and allow all the water to drain out of the engine. Stow under the cockpit sole. (Floor) It is unlikely to move unless you have a very rocky mooring. Chocking with fenders is one solution.
Fresh fuel is always recommended, includng in the fuel hose. (Plug- read my suggestion in the January 2017 issue of Practical Boat Owner on how to drain the fuel hose.) If you have an integral tank and the motor is not started for a while, it is probably best to siphon the old fuel out.
Thanks Yara.
Great advice.
How to you get the motor to stop on a compression stroke?
I'm more concerned about it moving around under the cockpit when i am under sail.
Most usually use a couple of old life jackets to.support it will usually stop it moving about.
Another option not sure what your fit out is but if bare for racing mount a brachet on the bulkhead is another option.
1Select to expand quoteBJRobinson said..
Thanks Yara.
Great advice.
How to you get the motor to stop on a compression stroke?
I'm more concerned about it moving around under the cockpit when i am under sail.
You can feel the compression if you pull slowly on the starting cord.
Keep the motor in the well when under sail. You never know when you need it in a hurry. A simple wooden plug around the leg reduces the drag.
Select to expand quoteYara said..
1BJRobinson said..
Thanks Yara.
Great advice.
How to you get the motor to stop on a compression stroke?
I'm more concerned about it moving around under the cockpit when i am under sail.
You can feel the compression if you pull slowly on the starting cord.
Keep the motor in the well when under sail. You never know when you need it in a hurry. A simple wooden plug around the leg reduces the drag.
Thanks Yara.
The wooden plug is a good idea. Another job to do :-)
Select to expand quotetwodogs1969 said..
Most usually use a couple of old life jackets to.support it will usually stop it moving about.
Another option not sure what your fit out is but if bare for racing mount a brachet on the bulkhead is another option.
Thanks twodogs
Yeah, completely bare for racing so no bulkhead. I won't be racing though. Just cruising.
Stay with the well much better than transom mount.
Also unless you want to go very slow don't leave the motor in the well while sailing.
If it is bare look at where you could mount a piece of wood and put the motor on it.
