Hi Geoff,
it arrived and thanks it looks awesome I have put a write up on our FB page as appreciation and for you,
Love my new outboard cover last one lasted over 10 years now that’s good quality.
Thanks
Jason Robinson
Owner / Trainer
This one is
over 10 years old and still in working order.
Love my new outboard cover last one lasted over 10 years now that’s good quality
My cowling below looks brand new after 10 years under a OCA cover
Extreme Angler – Texas Fishing Forum
I want to share some photos of the Outboard Covers of America “Splash Cover” I got for my 200 Mercury ProXS a few weeks back. I wanted to have it on the motor for a while before posting a review. I’m not one to show off my material things. But, I had a hard time finding photos of this brand on bass boats so hopefully this will help someone down the road when they are shopping for a motor cover.
These things are expensive, more expensive than some of the more well-known brands like Tuff Skinz. However, I can also tell you that the OCA cover fits tighter, looks better, and is not likely to leave any rub marks like the Tuff Skinz will (my motor already has some rub rash from the previous owner who had a Tuff Skinz on it).
The cover itself is very snug, to the point that it is difficult to install by yourself, and the elastic band at the bottom of the cover hugs the bottom of the motor cowling in a way that it does not ride-up over time. An added benefit to this grip point is that it does not cover up the trim button on the side of the engine. There is a small Velcro strap at the front of the cover that is little more than a comfort thing; It fits so snugly that I don’t think it is even necessary.
I paid extra for the Mercury decals because I think the boat looks better with them. That’s just me; I paid a lot of money for this boat and I’m not going to put something on it that I don’t like looking at. Unfortunately, these decals are not readily available so message me for details if that’s something you would want. I am not a representative or affiliated with OCA in any way, but I can get you in touch with someone who is if you want those decals.
In summary, the OCA is a very high quality product. It is expensive, but I do believe it is a better product than its less expensive competition. And, I did get blown into a gnarly tree while landing a fish about a week after I got it that would have certainly chewed up the side of my bare cowling; I just dusted off the wood chips from the cover and it looks like nothing ever happened.
About priceAs of Jan 2016 OCA have invested in automated fabric cutting machines (CNC) and have purchased x2 large format printers so we have reduced our pricing to be very competative (if not beat any competitors price).
Our new exclusively made fabric with higher spec’s, nick named P2 fabric
Polysoft® II offers strength, dimensional stability, and abrasion resistance with the addition of a lightweight, non-woven soft felt backed polyester backing. Polysoft® II also features great water, UV, and mildew resistance to endure marine environments.
In technical terms the material is an acrylic polymeric impregnated fabric. In other words it is a coated polyester that has a very high breaking strength, abrasion, mould and ultraviolet resistant. It also has excellent colour fastness and lasting outdoor durability. In fact Outboard Covers offers a 4 year guarantee against fading and rotting. We also offer a 3 year limited warranty on our high quality workmanship (commercial applications we offer 2 years on both). We have sold covers all over the World and our reputation is second to none for service and quality. Current colors this new fabric is available in is black, charcoal and light gray.
The black is a lot blacker than our previous fabric and other colors will be added to our range over the next 12 months.
Polysoft® Original Spec’s |
Polysoft® II Spec’s |
| Med U.V. resistance | High U.V. resistance |
| 100% Woven polyester material | 100% Woven polyester material |
| UV resistant rated 3 out 5 on a UV scale Grade -3 @1000 hours | UV resistant rated 4 out 5 on a UV scale, Grade >4 @1000 hours |
| Spray Rating: 90 | Spray Rating: 100 |
| High tear and abrasion resistance | High tear and abrasion resistance |
| Excellent mould and mildew resistance | Excellent mould and mildew resistance |
| Med/ High water resistance | High water resistance |
People also ask what is wrong with using vinyl or a padded vinyl won’t that stop the noise more and offer more protection?
Yes it MAY but as it is not breathable it will cause moisture to build up under both the cowl and cover. This will corrode the motor and damage the paint and decals.
Most people are not aware that a replacement cowl is extremely expensive and if new decals are required these are usually extra and can cost as much as one of our Splash covers.
This is typically what would happen if you made your outboard cover out of a material that does not have breathability such as vinyl or even neoprene which is used on wet suits. They do not have what Polysoft® has!
A brief note on my experience with Geoff and Leanne Felgate’s company, Outboard Covers & Accessories (a.k.a. Outboard Covers Australia) as per www.outboardcovers.com.au.
I whole heartedly recommend Outboard Covers Australia. Although their website does the job, I still prefer to order via phone and I am glad to say Geoff has answered the phone every time I have called. What more do you want? I have sold the Quintrex and now own a Sirocco RIB with a Honda F20; neat, fast and fun and now with a new cover for my new engine.
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Polysoft® offers strength, dimensional stability, and abrasion resistance with the addition of a lightweight, non-woven soft felt like polyester backing. Polysoft® also features great water, UV, and mildew resistance to endure marine environments.
In technical terms the material is an acrylic polymeric impregnated fabric. In other words it is a coated polyester that has a very high breaking strength, abrasion, mould and ultraviolet resistant. It also has excellent colour fastness and lasting outdoor durability. In fact Outboard Covers offers a 2 year guarantee against fading and rotting. We also offer a 3 years limited warranty on our high quality workmanship (commercial use 12 months on each). We have sold covers all over the World and our reputation is second to none for service and quality.
100% Woven polyester material
Soft non-woven back
Dimensionally stable
UV resistant
Highly water repellent
Mildew resistant
Tensile Strength: 348 lb warp, 222 lb fill
Tongue Tear Strength: 36 lb warp, 30 lb fill
Spray Rating: 90
Hydrostatic Resistance: 8″ for 10 minutes, 0 mil
People also ask what is wrong with using vinyl or a padded vinyl won’t that stop the noise more and offer more protection?
Yes it MAY but as it is not breathable it will cause moisture to build up under both the cowl and cover. This will corrode the motor and damage the paint and decals.
Most people are not aware that a replacement cowl is extremely expensive and if new decals are required these are usually extra and can cost as much as one of our Splash covers.
This is typically what would happen if you made your outboard cover out of a material that does not have breathability such as vinyl or even neoprene which is used on wet suits. They do not have what Polysoft® has!