{"product_id":"aluminum-anode-kit-for-mercruiser-bravo-i-replaces-888761a1-97-888758q03-sierra-18-6160a","title":"Sierra 18-6160A Aluminum Anode Kit, Replaces 888761Q01, for Mercruiser Bravo II and Bravo III","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-6160A is an aluminum anode kit engineered as a sacrificial corrosion protection system for Mercruiser Bravo II (1989 and up) and Bravo III (1989-2003) sterndrive units. Aluminum anodes are formulated for brackish water or salt water environments, giving the drive corrosion protection where boats regularly move between fresh and salt water or operate in brackish conditions. The kit installs on the drive to sacrifice itself to galvanic corrosion instead of the more expensive gearcase, housing, and drive components, extending the service life of the sterndrive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSierra manufactures this kit to meet or exceed the original equipment part it replaces, and it directly interchanges with the listed OEM Mercruiser numbers below. All Sierra parts are backed by Sierra's industry-leading customer satisfaction warranty. This anode kit is a routine maintenance item that should be inspected and replaced periodically to keep the sacrificial protection active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-6160A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnvironment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brackish water or salt water applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282277314\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mercruiser Bravo II (1989 \u0026amp; Up), Bravo III (1989-2003)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Bravo II, 1989 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Bravo III, 1989-2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e888761Q01\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e97-888761Q03\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e888761A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the Sierra 18-6160A anode kit fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit fits Mercruiser Bravo II sterndrives from 1989 and up, and Mercruiser Bravo III sterndrives from 1989-2003.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 18-6160A anode kit made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made from aluminum, which is designed for brackish water or salt water environments rather than fresh water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs aluminum the right anode material for my boat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aluminum anodes, including the 18-6160A, are intended for brackish water or salt water use; if you run exclusively in fresh water, a magnesium anode kit is the correct choice instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat OEM part numbers does the 18-6160A replace?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-6160A cross-references to OEM numbers 888761Q01, 97-888761Q03, and 888761A1 for Mercruiser Bravo II and Bravo III drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 18-6160A anode kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-6160A anode kit weighs 2.2 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill this kit fit a Bravo I sterndrive?\u003c\/strong\u003e No, the 18-6160A is designated for Bravo II (1989 \u0026amp; up) and Bravo III (1989-2003); a different Sierra kit covers the Bravo I.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-6160A a genuine aftermarket equivalent or OEM?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-6160A is manufactured by Sierra as an aftermarket replacement engineered to meet or exceed the original equipment part it replaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do sterndrives need anode kits like the 18-6160A?\u003c\/strong\u003e Anodes sacrifice themselves to galvanic corrosion so that the drive's gearcase and housing components are protected instead, and the 18-6160A performs this role on Bravo II and Bravo III drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should the 18-6160A anode kit be replaced?\u003c\/strong\u003e Anode kits such as the 18-6160A should be inspected periodically and replaced once the sacrificial material has significantly wasted away, since a depleted anode no longer protects the drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-6160A come with a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the Sierra 18-6160A is covered under Sierra's customer satisfaction warranty like all Sierra parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the 18-6160A anode kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-6160A anode kit measures 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988354379995,"sku":"SIE-18-6160A","price":67.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/186160m_2__45388.1558146027.500.750.jpg?v=1785188450","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/aluminum-anode-kit-for-mercruiser-bravo-i-replaces-888761a1-97-888758q03-sierra-18-6160a","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}