Home made Tiller Extension

Has anyone out there made a tiller extension for their outboard? I have bought two from BPS and they just aren't stout enough. Flimsy plastic connection from metal extension to tiller just flex's too much for reliability. I was thinking about building one for my mariner 15 for fishing season coming up.

Thanks,

Russell

I use 1 1/2" pvc, cut it to preferred length and then turn it 90 deg on a mitre saw and make slits on each side so it can expand when you slide it on. Tap it on to the tiller and strap it down with 2 hose clamps and paint. It is plenty rigid and have not had it come off.

Dan, thanks. I like it. Simple is better. Much Thanks!

dan s wrote:I use 1 1/2" pvc, cut it to preferred length and then turn it 90 deg on a mitre saw and make slits on each side so it can expand when you slide it on. Tap it on to the tiller and strap it down with 2 hose clamps and paint. It is plenty rigid and have not had it come off.

pvc is the way to go all my buddies use it to !!

dan s wrote:I use 1 1/2" pvc, cut it to preferred length and then turn it 90 deg on a mitre saw and make slits on each side so it can expand when you slide it on. Tap it on to the tiller and strap it down with 2 hose clamps and paint. It is plenty rigid and have not had it come off.

Dan great pic of the extension. I am sad to see that saftey kill switch is not hooked to you. I had a little scare this season so I make it a point to wear it at all times

You're right Chris - sometimes I just forget to put it on, but those are the times something bad happens.

dan s wrote:You're right Chris - sometimes I just forget to put it on, but those are the times something bad happens.

Its hard to remember sometimes cuz your so pumped to get out there. We need to hook up next season for sure and do a hunt

Absolutely - hoping for better weather!