{"product_id":"mercury-water-pump-seal-kit-fits-alpha-one-gen-ii-drives-26-816575a2","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver 816575A2 Water Pump Face Seal | MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II Drives | 816575A2","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"103\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver 816575A2 Water Pump Face Seal | MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II Drives | 816575A2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"107\" data-end=\"110\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"112\" data-end=\"130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"128\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"131\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eA small seal can make a big difference in how well your boat runs. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"247\"\u003eQuicksilver 816575A2 Water Pump Face Seal\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps your \u003cstrong data-start=\"259\" data-end=\"301\"\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Gen II sterndrive\u003c\/strong\u003e protected by sealing out water where it doesn’t belong and keeping your cooling system tight and efficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"413\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eMade from tough \u003cstrong data-start=\"429\" data-end=\"460\"\u003emarine-grade nitrile rubber\u003c\/strong\u003e, this seal handles constant pressure, vibration, and heat without breaking down. It’s built to Mercury’s specs and comes with the installation tool you need to get the job done right the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"666\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"672\" data-end=\"688\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"784\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"705\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prevents water leaks and keeps proper cooling pressure in the drive housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"867\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed specifically for \u003cstrong data-start=\"826\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Gen II drives\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"883\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crafted from \u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"915\"\u003enitrile rubber\u003c\/strong\u003e that meets \u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eSAE J200 marine standards\u003c\/strong\u003e for lasting flexibility and sealing power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes with both the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eface seal\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1058\" data-end=\"1090\"\u003etool for proper installation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built and tested to handle marine heat, pressure, and movement for years of service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1205\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1245\" data-end=\"1299\"\u003eFits all \u003cstrong data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Gen II sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1302\" data-end=\"1390\"\u003eCommon on family cruisers, sport boats, and fishing rigs powered by MerCruiser engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1397\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1401\" data-end=\"1437\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1440\" data-end=\"1806\"\u003eYour cooling system is only as good as its seals, and this one keeps everything in check. A worn face seal can cause leaks that reduce water pressure or let moisture creep into the drive — both can lead to bigger problems down the line. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003e816575A2\u003c\/strong\u003e restores that watertight seal and helps your cooling system move water efficiently through the pump and drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1808\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003eThe nitrile rubber stays flexible even after long exposure to heat, oil, and water. It’s the same material Mercury uses in their factory drives because it holds up where others fail. With the included tool, installing it is straightforward and gives you a perfect fit — no guesswork or frustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2113\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2115\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2134\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eMercury parts are built for marine life — real heat, vibration, and salt exposure. Cheaper aftermarket seals often look the same but use lower-grade rubber that hardens or leaks after a season or two. 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