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Author	Topic:   Outboard Motor Trailer Brace-Nantucket 190
SteviLad	posted 02-18-2004 05:17 PM ET (US)         Just purchased a Nantucket 190 with a 150 Optimax. I will be trailering it occasionally to Lake Superior 4-5 hours away. Any recommendations on whether its advantageous to purchase a trailer Bar/ Bracket to support the motor when kicked away from the transom.
Moe	posted 02-18-2004 05:19 PM ET (US)             You'll probably find the answer to that in the Mercury Owner's Manual (yes). -- Moe
erik selis	posted 02-20-2004 05:21 AM ET (US)             I would definitly use a trailer bar to support the motor when trailering long distances. Less stress on the transom and less stress on the motor trim components. Erik
SteviLad	posted 02-20-2004 12:37 PM ET (US)             I was able to contact some customer service reps @ Mercury Marine & Boston Whaler. The recommendations were pretty much what I've heard in this forum, that the support bracket for the motor is probably overkill & not necessary for shorter trips of a few hours, & around town. Longer distances, & especially in areas prone to rough roads & potholes that we see here in Minnesota, would make it beneficial to have the extra support in place. Thanks for your replys.

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