{"product_id":"newport-nk180-hd-rock-guard","title":"Newport NK180 HD Rock Guard","description":"\u003ch1\u003eProtect Your NK180 Motor in Shallow, Hazard-Filled Water\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRocky creeks, stump-filled backwaters, vegetation, and rough launch areas put an exposed lower unit close to hazards. The \u003cstrong\u003eNewport NK180 HD Rock Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e adds purpose-built protection around the propeller and motor pylon while maintaining an open front for clean water flow through the prop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePurpose-Built Protection for Newport NK180 Motors\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"list-style-type:none;padding-left:0;margin:10px 0;\"\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Purpose-built for compatible Newport NK180 motors instead of relying on a universal prop-guard design\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Three raked deflection fins help shield the propeller from rocks, stumps, roots, and submerged debris\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Integrated fins redirect weeds, roots, and vegetation to help reduce material wrapping around the prop shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Wrap-around nose protection helps shield the motor pylon against direct impacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Nylon 6\/6 composite construction is UV- and saltwater-resistant for marine use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Partial-wrap, open-front design maintains propeller water flow with no measurable reduction in thrust or speed specified by Newport\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom:8px;\"\u003e✅ Direct skeg-replacement installation requires no drilling or permanent motor modification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpec\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNewport NK180 series motors\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNylon 6\/6 composite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.5 in. L x 4.625 in. W x 6 in. H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.37 lb.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProp Coverage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePartial wrap with open front\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSaltwater Safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect skeg replacement; no motor modification required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5mm Allen key\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal-World Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a kayak is working through rocky creeks, shallow flats, vegetation, or stump-filled water, the Rock Guard puts its deflection fins and nose protection between common underwater hazards and the lower unit. The integrated skeg replaces the original skeg, while the open-front configuration keeps the propeller exposed to the water flow it needs for propulsion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRig Your NK180 for Water with More Underwater Hazards\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd purpose-built lower-unit protection when rocks, roots, weeds, and submerged debris are part of the water you fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions About the Newport NK180 HD Rock Guard\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details { margin:0; border-bottom:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador details:first-of-type { border-top:1px solid #e5e7eb; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary {\n    padding:14px 0; font-weight:600; cursor:pointer; list-style:none; outline:none;\n  }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador summary::marker { content:\"\"; }\n  .faq-accordion--pescador p { margin:10px 0 16px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-accordion--pescador\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhich Newport motors fit the NK180 HD Rock Guard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNewport's current installation guide specifies compatibility with all NK180 models, while the current product page specifically lists the NK180 HD and NK180 PRO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes the Rock Guard reduce motor speed or thrust?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNewport specifies that the open-front design maintains water flow through the propeller with no measurable reduction in thrust or speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes installation require drilling or permanent modification?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The Rock Guard replaces the original skeg and installs to the motor pylon with the included hardware without drilling or permanent motor modification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat tools are needed to install the NK180 HD Rock Guard?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eInstallation requires a Phillips screwdriver and 2.5mm Allen key. The Allen key is provided with the kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I use the NK180 HD Rock Guard in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Newport specifies the Rock Guard as saltwater safe and uses a UV- and saltwater-resistant Nylon 6\/6 composite construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Newport Wholesale","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48603714715866,"sku":"20A1100073","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0446\/9732\/1627\/files\/RockGuard180_studio_mounted_side_DSC06427_ghost50_Shadow.webp?v=1789448842","url":"https:\/\/pescadorfishing.com\/products\/newport-nk180-hd-rock-guard","provider":"Pescador Fishing Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}