Dinghy/outboard storage while underway...

[Nick70]

So I'm going to get between a 7.5' to 8.5' dinghy and an outboard for it. Most likely a 6hp 4stroke. I'm planning on tying down the dinghy on the swim platform, against the transom.
How should I secure the outboard? Should I leave it on the dinghys transom? I'm not sure if the sideways angle would make the internal oil seep in to the carb.
or if I take it off the dinghy, where would be a good place to store/secure it? An outboard is a rather ungainly and awkward object..and weighing around 80lbs..would make quite the 'loose cannon'.
Again, any thoughts and ideas appreciated!

 

[TitanTn]

I'm wondering the same thing. I'm in the process of installing some Weaver quick connects for mounting the inflatable on the swim platform. I think it's going to work great, but I haven't got to the point of figuring out how to mount the outboard. They make a device that you mount on your inflatable that rotates the outboard into a vertical position while the inflatable is stored on it's side, but I'm not getting that fancy because I just won't be using it that much.

They make mounting boards that sailboats use as they're attached to their stern railing. I don't have any railing like that on mine, so I'm thinking I might have to install the mounting board in some permanent way into the fiberglass.

Here are several options: http://www.westmarine.com/motor-mounts

 

[tdschafer]

I made a set of "Dom's dingy davits" for my dink. Do a search here. Dale (masterfab) custom made the arms that mount in the receiver. I can just pull my dingy up on the platform with the motor in place & secure it there in its normal horizontal position.

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[sandydlc]

Try one of the Olsson Mfg Tilt Davits: http://www.boatdavit.com/Home/Details/2

They work great on smaller boats and they allow you to leave the outboard on the dinghy.

Sandy