Frequently Asked Questions

How can I determine which shaft length my outboard should be? Measure from the top of your transom to the bottom of your keel. If it is from 15" to 17" long you'll need to get a Nissan outboard with a "short" shaft. If it is from 20" to 22" long you'll need our "long" shaft outboard. Nissan outboard shafts are measured from the bottom of the engine mounting bracket to the cavitation plate on the lower unit. Generally most boats need either a short or long shaft although some boats require a 25" shaft (ultra-long shaft) outboard. Please note that depending on the particular model, some Nissan shaft lengths may be 2" longer than "standard" (ie: a short shaft may be 17" instead of 15" and a long shaft may be 22" instead of 20").  Therefore, depending on the configuration of your keel, the shaft length required by your boat may be different than the above recommendation. How long before my order ships? In stock orders usually ship within 24 hours. What is your return policy? No returns are accepted unless prior authorization is given and only on unopened items, or unless damaged in transit. Please call us at 877-431-9978 for a return authorization number. What did we leave out? As hard as we've tried to cover everything, I'm sure there is plenty we've left out. If there is something you need and don't see it here, just ask. We're always just a click away. We look forward to hearing from you.