Mercury – Quicksilver Hinge Pin Tool | Installation & Removal | MerCruiser Sterndrives | 78310

Overview

If you’ve ever wrestled with a hinge pin on a MerCruiser drive, you know the right tool makes all the difference. The Mercury Marine 78310 Quicksilver Hinge Pin Installation and Removal Tool is designed specifically for all MerCruiser sterndrives, giving you the precision and leverage you need to do the job cleanly and safely. It’s a shop-quality tool built to Mercury’s specifications, helping you remove or install hinge pins without damaging threads or components — whether you’re doing routine maintenance or a full gimbal bearing service.

Key Features

• Purpose: Safely removes and installs hinge pins on MerCruiser sterndrives.
• Material: Made from hardened steel for durability and long life.
• Design: Engineered for a perfect fit with hinge pin threads to avoid cross-threading.
• Performance: Allows smooth, controlled torque application for quick pin removal.
• Durability: Built to handle repeated use in professional or DIY settings.
• Ease of Use: Simple, reliable tool — essential for proper MerCruiser service work.

Engine & Boat Compatibility

• Designed for all MerCruiser sterndrives, including Alpha and Bravo series models.

Performance & Real-World Benefits

The 78310 hinge pin tool takes the frustration out of a common maintenance task. It grips securely, fits perfectly, and eliminates the risk of damaging the pin or drive housing. If you’re replacing bellows, the gimbal bearing, or the shift cable, this tool gives you the clean removal and precise installation Mercury intended.

It’s compact, easy to handle, and built to last — something you’ll reach for every time you service your drive.

Why Choose Mercury OEM

The Quicksilver 78310 is a genuine Mercury Marine service tool, made specifically for MerCruiser sterndrives. Cheaper universal tools or improvised methods can strip threads or warp the hinge pin, leading to costly repairs.

Mercury’s OEM tools are designed to match factory tolerances exactly, giving you professional-grade results every time. It’s the same tool Mercury technicians use in authorized service centers worldwide — built tough, precise, and made to last.

FAQ

Q1: What drives does this tool fit?
It fits all MerCruiser sterndrives, including Alpha and Bravo series.

Q2: What’s the tool made of?
High-strength hardened steel, built for repeated use without bending or stripping.

Q3: What’s it used for?
Removing and reinstalling the hinge pins that connect the gimbal housing and drive.

Q4: Do I need it for bellows replacement?
Yes — it’s the proper tool for removing the hinge pins during bellows and gimbal service.

Q5: Why OEM instead of a generic version?
Mercury OEM tools fit perfectly and protect your drive hardware from thread damage or misalignment.