{"product_id":"vetus-stern-thruster-kit-bow-165-210-stern185p","title":"Vetus — Stern Thruster Tunnel Kit 185 mm GRP — VTS-STERN185P","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVetus Stern Thruster Tunnel Kit STERN185P – 185 mm GRP\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Vetus STERN185P is a glass-reinforced plastic stern thruster tunnel for installing a compatible Vetus thruster at the transom. Paired with the right thruster, it adds stern manoeuvring control for docking, locks and tight marinas. Add a bow thruster too and you can counter wind and current at both ends of the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is the tunnel component only. It is not a complete powered thruster.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePart Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e STERN185P\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vetus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stern thruster tunnel kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glass-reinforced plastic (GRP)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal tunnel diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e 185 mm (7-9\/32 in.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outside the transom, with the thruster motor installed inside the boat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConventional thrusters:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOW60, BOW75, BOW95\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydraulic thruster:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOW95HYDR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBOW PRO thrusters:\u003c\/strong\u003e BOWA0651, BOWA0761, BOWA0764, BOWB065, BOWB076, BOWB090, BOWB110, BOWB130\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm your complete thruster model and transom installation requirements before ordering. Tunnel diameter alone does not establish compatibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck transom thickness, internal clearance and mounting dimensions against the Vetus drawing. The specified mounting bolts, nuts and washers are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/vetus.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/020553.01-r04-2018-07-STERN185P.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eView the Vetus STERN185P dimensions and drilling template (PDF)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspect the tunnel after any impact. Cracking, delamination or damage around the mounting area should be professionally assessed before further operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this include the thruster motor and propeller?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The STERN185P is the tunnel component. The thruster is purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit any 185 mm thruster?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. Use it only with the Vetus models listed above, and confirm the full model number.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre mounting fasteners included?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. The specified bolts, nuts and washers are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRelated Parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/webshop.vetus.com\/en\/product\/sdkit185-extension-kit-for\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVetus SDKIT185 extension kit\u003c\/a\u003e: a separate accessory for shallow-draught installations\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest use case:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adding stern control to a boat that already has, or is getting, a compatible Vetus thruster, especially where docking in wind or current is a challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost common customer mistake:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ordering by tunnel diameter alone. Match the exact thruster model to the compatibility list, and remember the mounting hardware is sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizing and fitment guidance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Check transom thickness and internal clearance against the Vetus drawing before ordering. If you are installing on a shallow-draught boat and the propeller may not sit deep enough, look at the SDKIT185 extension kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52219937062948,"sku":"VTS-STERN185P","price":1040.39,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/eef51457-06e3-400d-9872-141210d213ba.png?v=1790489572","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/vetus-stern-thruster-kit-bow-165-210-stern185p","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}