{"product_id":"sierra-18-3222-water-tube-guide-replaces-mercury-23-816583-fits-mercruiser-gen-ii","title":"Sierra 18-3222 Water Tube Guide - Replaces Mercury Marine 23-816583","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-3222 Water Tube Guide is a brass sleeve component used in Mercury Marine water pump assemblies to guide and support the water tube during operation. Finished in white, this compact sleeve is engineered to match the fit and function of the original Mercury Marine component it replaces, part number 23-816583. Each package includes one water tube guide, ready to install as a direct replacement during a water pump service or rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBuilt from brass for corrosion resistance in a marine environment, the 18-3222 is sized to fit precisely into the water pump housing assembly alongside related components such as the guide sleeve, seal, dust ring, and impeller housing found in the same service kit lineup. At just 0.02 pounds, it is a small but essential part of keeping raw water flow properly directed through the pump.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine Sierra part, sold under Sierra's own part number 18-3222, and cross-references directly to Mercury Marine OEM part 23-816583, making it easy to identify as the correct replacement when servicing a Mercury Marine water pump.\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 18-3222\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Cross Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23-816583\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.02 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.75 centimeters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackage Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 17.526 x 15.748 x 16.764 centimeters (H x L x W)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282237912\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e One water tube guide per package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eMercury Marine 23-816583\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sierra 18-3222 used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a brass water tube guide sleeve used in Mercury Marine water pump assemblies to guide and support the water tube during pump operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-3222 replace a Mercury Marine OEM part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, Sierra part 18-3222 replaces Mercury Marine OEM part 23-816583.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the 18-3222 water tube guide made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is made from brass, chosen for its corrosion resistance in a marine environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the Sierra 18-3222?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3222 water tube guide is finished in white.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 18-3222 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3222 weighs 0.02 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many water tube guides come in a package?\u003c\/strong\u003e One water tube guide (part 18-3222) is included per package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the length of the Sierra 18-3222?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3222 water tube guide measures 15.75 centimeters in length.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-3222 a genuine Sierra part or a copy?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a genuine Sierra part, sold under Sierra's own part number 18-3222, engineered as a direct cross-reference to Mercury Marine OEM 23-816583.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is the Sierra 18-3222 manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3222 water tube guide is manufactured in China.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat UPC is associated with the 18-3222 water tube guide?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3222 water tube guide carries UPC 808282237912.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988141879515,"sku":"SIE-18-3222","price":6.6,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-3222_lg__15562.1558124558.500.750.jpg?v=1785188215","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-3222-water-tube-guide-replaces-mercury-23-816583-fits-mercruiser-gen-ii","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}