snyder50

I should also clarify that I am using a rubber strap around the motor and not a bungee cord, that was my mistake, but I might try the ratchet strap idea and see how that works. Any other ideas are also welcome!

Snakehead, I've always been told not to trailer with the motor down in case the lower unit hits the ground, but I have done it like that for short distances when I didn't have a transom saver

Hey guys, I am new to the bass resource forum. Right off the bat I have a question for you guys. I have a 50hp Johnson motor with no power tilt/trim on it. was wondering what was the best method for trailering this motor? I am currently using a transom saver which is mounted to the trailer, then the V end goes up into the lower unit with a bungee cord strapped around the motor. the motor is not fully up, and in the locked position, but just under when it locks. So when I'm trailering it whenever I go over bumpy roads or holes the motor tends to jump around a bit. should I put the motor all the way up so it locks, and have the transom saver under it? would greatly appreciate any advice! Thanks for your time!