{"product_id":"mercury-nut-11-161472","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver Prop Nut | Propeller Hardware | Hardened Brass | 161472","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"83\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"81\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver Prop Nut | Propeller Hardware | Hardened Brass | 161472\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"88\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"94\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eEvery bit of power your engine makes depends on one small connection — the prop nut. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"244\"\u003eMercury Marine 161472 Quicksilver Prop Nut\u003c\/strong\u003e keeps your propeller locked in tight, transferring all that torque to the water where it belongs. Made from hardened marine-grade brass, it’s designed to handle years of vibration, pressure, and exposure without loosening or corroding. Simple as it is, this little part holds everything together — your power, your performance, and your confidence on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"613\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"615\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"735\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"640\" data-end=\"652\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Secures the propeller to the driveshaft for consistent, reliable power transfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"845\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"751\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from \u003cstrong data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"787\"\u003ehardened brass\u003c\/strong\u003e tested for strength and long-term corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"966\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"864\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"925\"\u003eMercury Marine’s torque and durability standards\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring a solid, lasting connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eDesign Detail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Precision-machined threads fit perfectly for smooth installation and easy removal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1169\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with a variety of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eMercury and Mariner outboards and sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Withstands constant vibration, saltwater exposure, and high-torque operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1269\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1447\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1327\" data-end=\"1367\"\u003eselect Mercury and Mariner outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1372\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eMerCruiser sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e using standard propeller shaft configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1527\"\u003eCommon on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003efishing boats, pontoons, performance runabouts, and cruisers\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eSuitable for both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003efreshwater and saltwater\u003c\/strong\u003e boating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eRefer to your \u003cstrong data-start=\"1604\" data-end=\"1633\"\u003eowner’s or service manual\u003c\/strong\u003e for correct application and torque specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1733\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"2021\"\u003eA secure prop nut means you never have to worry about losing power — or your prop. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1823\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e161472 Prop Nut\u003c\/strong\u003e provides the tight, precise fit that keeps everything balanced and aligned. Its hardened brass construction won’t deform or seize, even under heavy torque and repeated removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eYou’ll notice how smoothly it threads on, how solid it feels when torqued down, and how easily it comes off when it’s time for maintenance. It’s built for the long haul, resisting corrosion, pitting, and thread wear — the kind of reliability you expect from Mercury hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2307\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2326\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003eIt’s tempting to save a few bucks on small hardware, but few things matter more than the connection between your engine and your propeller. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"2473\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003eQuicksilver 161472\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2501\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003egenuine Mercury Marine part\u003c\/strong\u003e, tested to exceed factory torque standards and made from materials proven to survive harsh marine environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003eAftermarket nuts might fit, but they don’t have the same precision or durability. A poor fit can cause vibration, stripped threads, or even propeller loss. With Mercury OEM hardware, you get exact fitment, tested performance, and confidence every time you put the throttle down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2930\" data-end=\"2933\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2948\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2939\" data-end=\"2946\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2950\" data-end=\"3118\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2950\" data-end=\"2994\"\u003eQ1: What engines does this prop nut fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"2997\"\u003eIt fits a range of \u003cstrong data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3049\"\u003eMercury and Mariner outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as \u003cstrong data-start=\"3062\" data-end=\"3088\"\u003eMerCruiser sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e using standard prop shafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3262\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3120\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003eQ2: What’s it made of?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3146\" data-end=\"3149\"\u003eIt’s made from \u003cstrong data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3195\"\u003ehardened marine-grade brass\u003c\/strong\u003e, strong enough to handle years of torque and corrosion exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3441\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3264\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003eQ3: How is it better than aftermarket alternatives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3319\" data-end=\"3322\"\u003eIt’s built and tested to \u003cstrong data-start=\"3347\" data-end=\"3381\"\u003eMercury’s OEM torque standards\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring consistent performance and longer service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3477\"\u003eQ4: Can I use it in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003eYes. The brass alloy resists rust, pitting, and galvanic corrosion in marine conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3572\" data-end=\"3725\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3572\" data-end=\"3601\"\u003eQ5: Is installation easy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3601\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003eAbsolutely. It threads smoothly and tightens with standard prop nut tools. Just follow the torque specs in your manual.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46941665394979,"sku":"11-161472","price":18.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/161472_Main.jpg?v=1760631145","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-nut-11-161472","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}