Harness to lift 9.8 4 stroke off and on transom while in yard

[Crkgrl]

Does anyone have recommendations how to make or purchase a motor harness I can use with my rear davits to lift the motor on and off the transom while in the yard? Being a small, but mighty girl, it's still a two person job. I would like to take the weight, literally, off my neighbors. Thanks for any help.

 

[racerone]

West Marine will likely have something on the shelf.----Find a marine accessories catalogue or give them a call.

 

[Crkgrl]

West Marine will likely have something on the shelf.----Find a marine accessories catalogue or give them a call.

Thank you, Race Ron!

 

[alldodge]

Could make one out of a length of rope

Wrap rope around under the cowling and tie off. Next run rope up one side to the other and tie off on other side

 

[Crkgrl]

Could make one out of a length of rope

Wrap rope around under the cowling and tie off. Next run rope up one side to the other and tie off on other side

 

[Crkgrl]

Thank you. Wondered if I could make it myself. Balancing the motor correctly appears important.

 

[alldodge]

A 9.8 motor isn't that heavy (under 100 lb) so balance point not that critical

 

[tphoyt]

Is there any place to put a lifting eye on your power head?

 

[cyclops222]

Need a lot more description of your cruiser and Davits that raise and lower a stern mounted tender / lifeboat / inflatable.
What do you do with the motor after lifting up ? Set it down on what ? Then remove engine cover ?