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Yup this is what I do. No need to physically remove it from the boat.You can store it in the tube. Just make sure it is not seated and keep the dogs in the latched position.
The opening is in front of propeller so no pressure from prop but if you are moving forward water is forced in by momentumI store mine in the tube unlocked and slightly cocked and coated with Yamalube spray to keep it from seizing in it's spot. I forgot to lock it down this morning after ankle deep wet sea grass made for an interesting launch at the Bellaire boat ramps. I thought we were going to launch the F250 as well! I got the impression through reading that it would blow water into the swim platform locker. I put it in reverse to back away from the trailer and no go. Took me a bit to realize what was wrong. Jumped back there onto the swim platform and locked it down and all was well. Now I know. It cavitates if the plug is out letting the impeller suck air in through the tube. I like the Tupperware on the seat idea.
It relieves tension on the springsWhy are most storing in the locked position ?