How to Make an Outboard Motor Handle Longer

If you're a fisherman or just like to get out on the water, you probably have a small john boat or other craft with an outboard motor. These motors are attached to the transom of the boat and can be steered using the handle coming off the front of the motor. You can use PVC pipe to extend the handle so the motor can be steered from the center of the boat.

Things You'll Need

  • 6 feet of 2-inch diameter PVC pipe
  • Hacksaw
  • Electrical tape
  • Measuring tape
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Instructions

    • 1

      Sit in the boat in the location that you would like to steer from.

    • 2

      Measure from your seat location to the back end of the outboard handle.

    • 3

      Cut the length of PVC pipe match using a hacksaw.

    • 4

      Wrap the outboard handle with two layers of electrical tape. This will keep the PVC pipe snug on the handle, but also allow it to be removable when it's in the way.

    • 5

      Slide the PVC pipe on to the handle of the outboard motor. The fit will be snug; rotate the pipe as you slide it on to make the application easier.