{"product_id":"mercury-propeller-nut-anode-kit-aluminum-fits-bravo-iii-drives-97-809666a02","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver 809666A02 Aluminum Anode Kit | Bravo III Drives | Prop Nut Assembly | 809666A02","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"107\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"105\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver 809666A02 Aluminum Anode Kit | Bravo III Drives | Prop Nut Assembly | 809666A02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"112\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"130\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eEvery boater knows that corrosion is the quiet enemy below the surface. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"209\" data-end=\"253\"\u003eQuicksilver 809666A02 Aluminum Anode Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is your first line of defense — a simple, reliable way to protect your \u003cstrong data-start=\"325\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo III drive\u003c\/strong\u003e from galvanic corrosion that can eat away at metal components over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"836\"\u003eThis OEM kit comes complete with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"467\" data-end=\"515\"\u003ebronze prop nut and stainless-steel hex bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving you everything you need for a clean, secure installation. It’s built for Bravo III drives with \u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eserial numbers 0M179451 and below\u003c\/strong\u003e and works in both freshwater and saltwater environments. Easy to inspect and simple to replace, it’s the kind of maintenance that saves you from expensive repairs down the line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"841\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"865\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"863\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"998\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"880\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shields your Bravo III sterndrive from galvanic corrosion by sacrificing the anode instead of critical metal parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eBravo III drives (serial No. 0M179451 and below)\u003c\/strong\u003e and installs on the prop shaft assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1125\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1143\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eCast aluminum anode\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003ebronze prop nut\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003estainless-steel hex bolt\u003c\/strong\u003e for strength and secure fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eProtection Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets or exceeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1298\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003emil-spec MIL-A-24779 (SH)\u003c\/strong\u003e for dependable corrosion control in both salt and freshwater.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eEase of Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simple to inspect and replace using standard hand tools — ideal for routine maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1506\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1548\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo III sterndrives (serial No. 0M179451 and below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1703\"\u003eApplicable to a wide range of cruisers, sport boats, and twin-prop sterndrive setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"2098\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003e809666A02 Anode Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e does its job quietly but effectively. As electrolysis occurs, the aluminum anode takes the hit, corroding before the drive housing, prop nut, or shaft ever do. Because it meets military-grade specifications, it offers longer-lasting protection than standard zinc anodes — even in brackish or mixed water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eInstallation couldn’t be easier: remove the old anode, clean the contact surface, and bolt on the new one using the included hardware. Regular inspection lets you catch wear early, keeping your Bravo III drive protected and your boat performing at its best. It’s low-cost, high-value protection that every boater should stay on top of.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2448\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003eWith corrosion protection, materials matter. Mercury’s OEM aluminum anodes are cast to exact composition standards for predictable electrical activity — something aftermarket versions often miss. Using OEM means the anode will erode at the proper rate, providing balanced protection across your entire drive system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"3037\"\u003eNon-genuine parts might look similar, but slight differences in alloy or density can leave key components exposed. 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