Dinghy Davit options

[danielcooper9]

I am considering options for dinghy davit. I like the Hurley system but it would make my LOA a bit tight for my slip. I was also looking at the weaver and st. Croix models. I noticed on the St. Croix sight that they show the tip up model with the motor still attached (attached while it is tilted up). But they also have an option motor tilt accessory for "salt water applications". They don't explain why the motor tilt is required for salt water and I'm not following why it would be necessary. I have a 2 cycle motor. Does anyone use one of these and keep the motor on the dinghy while tilted up? I would be hesistant that the motor would work loose and fall off. Also, do I need the motor tilt option if I have a 2 cycle motor and boat in brackish water (Chesapeake bay)?
Dan

 

[vic33004]

never allow the prop end to be level or above the head as water can travel back into the engine.

 

[danielcooper9]

Thanks Vic. Follow up question. When I transport the motor now, I have always laid it on its side. I have obviously lifted it out of the water prior to this so I guess most of the coolant water has drained out. I'm not following how water travelling back is a problem. I assume you mean it is travelling back into the cooling chambers of the engine and not that the water can somehow get inside of the engine, like in the cylinders? I'm not following what the problem is, sorry.