Outboard Motor Stand Project

bmxdad · Jul 4, 2015

Looking for ideas for an outboard motor stand for storage and maintenance. I have a wooden one, with motor in storage. It has casters and there is room for a twenty gallon trash bin to hold water when test running. I'd like to build a nice one from some 1x2 tubing or some angle iron.

My OB is a Honda 9.9hp long shaft, and is used to power my sailboat in and out of the harbor. It's an older model, but runs like a champ and even has the charging plug for the 12v house battery..

zkling · Jul 4, 2015

I chopped up an old 2 wheel dolly to make one. That way it can be moved around easily (70's 50hp). There are a bunch of plans on the web.

BD1 · Jul 5, 2015

Here's some, https://www.google.com/search?q=Out...v&sa=X&ei=ViaZVY_CH4mbgwTmj7vYCg&ved=0CB0QsAQ

bmxdad · Jul 6, 2015

Yea, I know how to do a search fine, was wondering if any GJ'r had done something in metal. Most are shown in wood, but thanks for the link.

I did find an old plan that used pipe, so might try it, but converting it to square or rectangular tubing. I want to have a nice one, and do a real weld project ... no bed frame material for this one :thumbup:

Here is a link to the PDF. To big to upload.

BD1 · Jul 6, 2015

I wasn't being a smart a$$ but there were some pretty slick ones shown. Not sure what search engine you used so I just posted it. :beer:

bmxdad · Jul 6, 2015

It's all good ...

Most plans for stands are made of wood. Not to many metal ones.

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zkling · Jul 6, 2015

https://www.google.com/search?q=Out...Q#tbm=isch&q=Outboard+Motor+Stand+dolly+metal

Go grab a dolly and start cutting. Just keep the balance point about the axle in mind.

For larger motors a converted engine stand works, but is a bit overkill for a 9.9.

paul2112 · Jul 6, 2015

Have made several,,,I think the easiest and fastest way is just goto harbor freight and by an engine stand usually get it from between 30-40 bucks

gungatim · Jul 6, 2015

hit a yard sale or 2 and get an old 2 wheel manual golf cart, have seen those turned into outboard stands a few times over the years in various mags...

koditten · Jul 8, 2015

I just built one 40 minutes ago. Got tired of man handling the heavy *****.

2 x 2 tubing of various thicknesses. The motor perch is 2 x 4. I used some light weight castles I had left over from a shop stool that died years ago. I think it took me an hour. I may or may not paint it.

I made it wide enough for 2 motors as well as room to fit a 55 gallon drum for test running.

koditten · Jul 8, 2015

Here is a pic with the drum. A wanted to be able to move it along with a drum of water.

sha · Jul 9, 2015

I've made a lot of stands in the past for smaller antique outboards. With yours, I wouldn't start from scratch because of the weight, shaft length. As others have suggested, I would convert a dolly or stand to fit your needs.

bmxdad · Jul 9, 2015

Yea, but it'll be a fun project. If I can do a good job, I'll be rebuilding my trailer by moving the axle back about 18".

Lippyp · Jul 9, 2015

koditten said:
Here is a pic with the drum. A wanted to be able to move it along with a drum of water.

Looks a bit like a giant food mixer!

bmxdad · Jul 9, 2015

koditten said:
I just built one 40 minutes ago. Got tired of man handling the heavy *****.

2 x 2 tubing of various thicknesses. The motor perch is 2 x 4. I used some light weight castles I had left over from a shop stool that died years ago. I think it took me an hour. I may or may not paint it.

I made it wide enough for 2 motors as well as room to fit a 55 gallon drum for test running.

What did you cut those 45 angles with?

koditten · Jul 9, 2015

Portable band saw.

Jagmandave · Jul 9, 2015

I like this one, it allows you to tip the engine up to work on the lower unit!

bmxdad · Jul 13, 2015

Started my little project. Using 1x2", 1x1.5", and 1x1" tubing. Going to be about 30" long, 24" wide and 32" tall. Uprights are at a 5 deg angle which should bring the motor to a full upright position.

Welds are looking OK, I think ... except I found out that going up hill is way different then going down hill ( #5 and #7). Still having issues with seeing and putting the puddle on the joint. But I think I found a solution with a bright overhead light.

bmxdad · Jul 13, 2015

Couple more images ...

First image is the issue of not seeing the joint and not running the bead the full length.

At least I can tell when I f' it up ... most times anyway.

bmxdad · Jul 14, 2015

Almost done ... need to grind a few welds down and redo, but the basic shape is there.

Last picture is what I'm replacing.

bmxdad · Jul 18, 2015

Little more work done.

Jason280 · Jul 18, 2015

I have a couple made out of aluminum for smaller outboards, I'll have to post a pic once I get home.

bmxdad · Aug 7, 2015

Almost done. Need to finish tabs to hold wooden transom, add wheels, and add a push handle. Might add some bracketing to keep tub in place ... but need motor mounted first.

So on the wheels ... weld them on, or bolt them on?

Thumper68 · Aug 7, 2015

I always try and bolt castors on, makes it much easier to replace in the future.

bmxdad · Aug 9, 2015

Thumper68 said:
I always try and bolt castors on, makes it much easier to replace in the future.

Good idea ... so basically it's done now :thumbup:

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