{"product_id":"mercury-thermostat-gasket-fits-mcm-mie-gm-vaeu-6-vaeu-8-engines-w-older-style-2-piece-thermostat-housing-27-47510","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Thermostat Housing Gasket | Cooling System Seal | Cork | 47510","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"90\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"88\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Thermostat Housing Gasket | Cooling System Seal | Cork | 47510\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"115\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"113\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"606\"\u003eIf you’re pulling apart the thermostat housing on an older MerCruiser, this is the gasket you’ll want on hand. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eMercury Marine 47510 Quicksilver Thermostat Housing Gasket\u003c\/strong\u003e fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"299\" data-end=\"341\"\u003eMCM and MIE GM-based V6 and V8 engines\u003c\/strong\u003e that use the older two-piece housing design. Made from quality cork, it compresses nicely to create a solid, leak-free seal between the housing plates. It’s simple, tough, and built for the kind of heat, vibration, and moisture that comes with life on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"611\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"736\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"650\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seals the thermostat housing to prevent coolant leaks and maintain system pressure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"839\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"784\"\u003emarine-grade cork\u003c\/strong\u003e that resists drying, cracking, and coolant exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"933\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"850\"\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed to match \u003cstrong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"920\"\u003eMercury’s original two-piece housing dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e perfectly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"936\" data-end=\"952\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps your cooling system tight and running efficiently.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handles constant heat cycles and vibration without breaking down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003eMCM and MIE GM V6 and V8 marine engines\u003c\/strong\u003e with the early two-piece thermostat housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1258\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003eMCM GM V6 engines (older two-piece thermostat housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eMCM GM V8 engines (older two-piece thermostat housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eMIE GM V6 engines (older two-piece thermostat housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eMIE GM V8 engines (older two-piece thermostat housing)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Real-World Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1545\" data-end=\"1908\"\u003eThis cork gasket might be a small piece, but it plays a big role in keeping your engine running cool. It seals the thermostat housing to stop coolant from leaking out and air from sneaking in — two things that can throw off your engine’s temperature fast. The cork material conforms to minor imperfections in the housing surface, ensuring a snug, reliable seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1910\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003eOver time, older gaskets can dry out or crumble, leading to leaks or uneven cooling. Swapping in a new gasket when you replace your thermostat is an easy bit of maintenance that can save you from much bigger problems later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2172\"\u003eWhy Choose Mercury OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2175\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2200\"\u003eQuicksilver 47510\u003c\/strong\u003e is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2240\"\u003eauthentic Mercury Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed specifically for the two-piece housings found on older MerCruiser engines. Aftermarket versions might be cut slightly off or made from cork that doesn’t hold up to marine heat and pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003eMercury’s OEM gasket is cut cleanly, fits exactly as it should, and seals tight without requiring excess sealant. It’s a straightforward part made right — the kind of detail that keeps a classic engine running strong and dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2673\" data-end=\"2676\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2678\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2689\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2693\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003eQ1: What engines does this gasket fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003eIt fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"2746\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003eMCM and MIE GM-based V6 and V8 engines\u003c\/strong\u003e that use the early two-piece thermostat housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2841\" data-end=\"2973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2841\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003eQ2: What’s it made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2867\" data-end=\"2870\"\u003eIt’s made of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2904\"\u003ehigh-quality cork\u003c\/strong\u003e, designed to compress evenly and handle marine heat and vibration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"3105\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2975\" data-end=\"2998\"\u003eQ3: Why replace it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2998\" data-end=\"3001\"\u003eOld gaskets harden and leak over time. A new one ensures proper sealing and steady engine temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3156\"\u003eQ4: Can I use this in saltwater applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3156\" data-end=\"3159\"\u003eYes — it’s made for marine environments and won’t degrade quickly when exposed to salt or moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3411\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3262\" data-end=\"3301\"\u003eQ5: Why OEM instead of aftermarket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3304\"\u003eMercury OEM gaskets fit perfectly and last longer, so you get a solid seal the first time — no guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46940850094371,"sku":"27-47510","price":2.41,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/47510_main.jpg?v=1760631162","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-thermostat-gasket-fits-mcm-mie-gm-vaeu-6-vaeu-8-engines-w-older-style-2-piece-thermostat-housing-27-47510","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}