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ILLINOIS AVE

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Last year I posted that some Yamaha motors were stolen from where I have my pontoon stored. Well this year the thieves tried to steal mine. Is there a way to secure the motor in any way to keep thieves from getting the motors off the boat? Thanks Jeff
 
How much damage was done ?


Did they take your prop ?


They also make "prop locks" 
 
I have the Mcgard prop lock and it is still on the boat so it must be working. I bought it as our boat is on a lift and we get a lot of late night bow fisherman who come right by the docks late at night. I don't keep anything of value on the boat either. If this is an ongoing issue where you store the boat I would look at other storage options. Almost sounds like an inside job to me.
 
Agree on inside job or atleast first hand knowledge.


Small outboards and props I can see. Anything in the 115 and up range will need some muscle and motor knowledge to pull off a stunt like this.
 
I was tempted to have the Yamaha Y-Cop installed.  Dealer talked me out of it, they don't remember the last time a large outboard was stolen.  I was going to justify a reduction in insurance premium, but it wasn't significant to make up the additional cost.  And the fact I can't get out of my mind the old car alarm I had that kept it from starting, but it looks very cool and effective IF you have their command link.


http://yamahaoutboards.com/owner-resources/blog/pro-anglers/y-cop-shuts-down-outboard-thieves
 
Not much damage. Just  nicely unhooked everything and removed 4 nuts . Then something must have spoofed them off. I did order the Mcgard Outboard Motor Lock. Thansk for all the help. 
 
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