{"product_id":"mercury-bracket-trailerng-8m0086774","title":"Mercury – Steering Lock for Trailering | Rigging Accessory | 8M0086774","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"74\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"74\"\u003eMercury – Steering Lock for Trailering | Rigging Accessory | 8M0086774\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"76\" data-end=\"79\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"485\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eThis steering lock is made for boats equipped with Joystick Piloting for Outboards, giving you a simple way to keep the engines from swinging around while towing. It fits over the tie-bar arm and link rod on each outer engine, holding everything steady so nothing shifts or bumps during transport. It’s one of those small pieces that makes hauling a multi-engine boat a lot less stressful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"490\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"910\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"492\" data-end=\"508\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"511\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"514\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eTrailering Stabilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e – Keeps JPO engines from drifting or pivoting in transit.\u003cbr data-start=\"597\" data-end=\"600\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"603\" data-end=\"622\"\u003eTie-Bar Fitment\u003c\/strong\u003e – Slides over the tie-bar arm and link rod on the outer engines.\u003cbr data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eProtects Engine Alignment\u003c\/strong\u003e – Helps prevent unwanted movement or contact.\u003cbr data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"771\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eQuick Install\/Removal\u003c\/strong\u003e – Simple on-off design for ramp days.\u003cbr data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e • \u003cstrong data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eOEM Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Designed to work cleanly with Mercury JPO hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"915\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"1055\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e • Joystick Piloting for Outboards\u003cbr data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"988\"\u003e • Multi-engine JPO rigs\u003cbr data-start=\"1012\" data-end=\"1015\"\u003e • Tie-bar and link-rod steering systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1098\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eWith the steering locked in place, the engines stay put instead of drifting toward each other on bumps or corners. It keeps the tie-bar system from taking unnecessary stress and gives you peace of mind on longer tows. It also cuts back on the wobble and clunking noises you sometimes hear when engines aren’t secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1420\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1440\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eOEM parts are built for the exact geometry of Mercury JPO rigs, so the lock fits correctly and holds securely. You’re not fighting sloppy fitment or worrying about damaging anything during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1656\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1659\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1666\"\u003eQ1:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do I need this if I have JPO?\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1699\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—multi-engine JPO rigs can drift toward each other on the trailer without a steering lock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1801\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eQ2:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does each outer engine need its own lock?\u003cbr data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1853\" data-end=\"1859\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. One lock per outer engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"2024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1900\"\u003eQ3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can I tow short distances without it?\u003cbr data-start=\"1938\" data-end=\"1941\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1941\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e You can, but the engines can still move and bump, especially on rough roads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eQ4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Is it tricky to install?\u003cbr data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2067\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. It slides over the tie-bar arm and link rod in a few seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2135\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eQ5:\u003c\/strong\u003e Will it work in saltwater environments?\u003cbr data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes—just rinse it off with your normal washdown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935327703331,"sku":"8M0086774","price":253.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV510094.jpg?v=1698792961","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-bracket-trailerng-8m0086774","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}