{"product_id":"mercury-quicksilver-aluminum-bearing-carrier-anode-fits-bravo-i-97-806188q01","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Aluminum Anode | For MerCruiser Bravo I Bearing Carrier | 806188Q01","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Aluminum Anode | For MerCruiser Bravo I Bearing Carrier | 806188Q01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"120\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"674\"\u003eEvery Bravo I drive needs protection against corrosion, and the \u003cstrong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eMercury Marine 806188Q01 Quicksilver Aluminum Anode\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed to do exactly that. Mounted at the aft end of the bearing carrier around the prop shaft, this anode shields the gear case from galvanic corrosion — the kind of unseen damage that can ruin a drive over time. Built from high-grade aluminum and tested to military specifications, it’s made for lasting protection in both fresh and saltwater. Installation is quick and straightforward, with all necessary hardware included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"676\" data-end=\"679\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"681\" data-end=\"703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"819\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"718\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protects your MerCruiser Bravo I drive’s bearing carrier and gear housing from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"929\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"846\" data-end=\"871\"\u003emarine-grade aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e for strong, long-lasting performance in any water type.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"932\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eStandards:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"983\"\u003eMIL-A-24779(SH)\u003c\/strong\u003e corrosion protection standards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1114\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eEase of Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003einstallation hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e for a simple, tool-friendly replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for easy inspection and periodic replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1195\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1237\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo I sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e (bearing carrier-mounted location)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1356\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Real-World Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e806188Q01 aluminum anode\u003c\/strong\u003e works silently to prevent corrosion from attacking your drive’s internal housing and prop shaft area. When exposed to water, it sacrifices itself to corrosion first — sparing expensive metal components from damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"2015\"\u003eBecause it’s made from high-quality aluminum, it lasts longer than zinc anodes and performs consistently in fresh, brackish, or saltwater. Its precise fit ensures full coverage at the bearing carrier, while the included hardware makes swapping it out a fast, no-fuss maintenance task. With regular inspections, this anode can extend the life of your Bravo I drive and keep your boat performing like new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2020\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2054\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eWhy Choose Mercury OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2059\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003eQuicksilver 806188Q01\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2090\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003egenuine Mercury Marine component\u003c\/strong\u003e, engineered to protect MerCruiser drives from the inside out. Cheaper, non-OEM anodes may not match the correct alloy composition or fit as precisely, reducing their protective effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2315\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eMercury’s OEM aluminum alloy meets strict military-grade standards for corrosion resistance. Every anode is factory-tested to ensure consistent performance, even after months of use in harsh marine conditions. It’s the same protection trusted by Mercury technicians and professional boaters alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2616\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2634\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2636\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003eQ1: What drives does this anode fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003eIt fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo I sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e, mounting at the aft end of the bearing carrier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2892\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2774\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003eQ2: Does it come with hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2809\" data-end=\"2812\"\u003eYes — it includes all \u003cstrong data-start=\"2834\" data-end=\"2859\"\u003einstallation hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e for quick, secure replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"3024\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2894\" data-end=\"2932\"\u003eQ3: How often should I replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2932\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eInspect your anodes regularly and replace them when they show \u003cstrong data-start=\"2997\" data-end=\"3021\"\u003epitting or corrosion\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3026\" data-end=\"3144\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3026\" data-end=\"3060\"\u003eQ4: Can I use it in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3063\"\u003eAbsolutely — its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3080\" data-end=\"3098\"\u003ealuminum alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e works well in both \u003cstrong data-start=\"3118\" data-end=\"3141\"\u003efresh and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3175\"\u003eQ5: Why use an OEM anode?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3175\" data-end=\"3178\"\u003eBecause \u003cstrong data-start=\"3186\" data-end=\"3208\"\u003eMercury OEM anodes\u003c\/strong\u003e are made from the exact alloy and tested to protect your drive effectively and evenly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46933625143587,"sku":"97-806188Q01","price":31.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/806188q01_main.jpg?v=1760631191","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-quicksilver-aluminum-bearing-carrier-anode-fits-bravo-i-97-806188q01","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}