{"product_id":"sierra-18-3517-water-pump-kit-without-base-replaces-mercury-46-96148a5-fits-mercruiser-alpha-mercury-mariner-65hp-v6-outboards","title":"Sierra 18-3517 Water Pump Kit for Mercruiser I\/R\/MR\/Alpha Drives and Mercury\/Mariner 65 HP-V6 Outboards","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-3517 Water Pump Kit is a repair kit for the water pump on Mercruiser I\/R\/MR\/Alpha sterndrives and select Mercury\/Mariner outboards. It is designed to restore proper cooling water flow to the engine by replacing the wearable components of the water pump assembly. This kit does not include the water pump base; it is intended for owners replacing the internal wear components rather than the full pump housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn Mercruiser applications, the 18-3517 fits I\/R\/MR\/Alpha drives within serial number range 2495186 through 0D594568. On outboard applications, it fits Mercury\/Mariner 65 hp (4 cylinder) through V-6 outboards equipped with short-vane impellers. Because the correct water pump component often differs by serial number break and drive type, confirming your unit's serial number against the ranges below helps ensure correct fitment before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit is built to match the fit, form, and function of the original equipment parts it replaces, including Mercury Marine 46-96148A5 and 46-60367A1, so it installs using the same hardware and procedure as the original.\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 18-3517\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water Pump Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.77 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water pump kit components (does not include water pump base)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Cross Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46-96148A5, 46-60367A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 030999315984\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser I\/R\/MR\/Alpha drives, serial numbers 2495186 through 0D594568\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury\/Mariner 65 hp (4 cylinder) through V-6 outboards with short-vane impellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e46-96148A5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e46-60367A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat drives does the Sierra 18-3517 water pump kit fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-3517 fits Mercruiser I\/R\/MR\/Alpha drives within serial number range 2495186 through 0D594568.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-3517 fit any outboard motors?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it also fits Mercury\/Mariner 65 hp (4 cylinder) through V-6 outboards that use short-vane impellers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this kit include the water pump base?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The Sierra 18-3517 kit does not include the water pump base; it covers the other components of the water pump assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat OEM part numbers does the Sierra 18-3517 replace?\u003c\/strong\u003e It replaces Mercury Marine part numbers 46-96148A5 and 46-60367A1.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Sierra 18-3517 water pump kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit weighs 0.77 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my Mercruiser drive uses the 18-3517?\u003c\/strong\u003e Check your drive's serial number; the 18-3517 applies to Mercruiser I\/R\/MR\/Alpha drives with serial numbers between 2495186 and 0D594568.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-3517 a direct replacement for the Mercury OEM water pump parts?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 18-3517 is built to match the fit and function of Mercury Marine 46-96148A5 and 46-60367A1 for direct installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included in the Sierra 18-3517 kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-3517 kit includes the water pump kit components used to service the pump, excluding the water pump base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the 18-3517 work with any Mercury outboard horsepower?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for Mercury\/Mariner outboards from 65 hp (4 cylinder) up through V-6 models that use short-vane impellers, not all outboard horsepower ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the 18-3517 if my drive has been retrofitted to an Alpha-style lower unit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Fitment for the 18-3517 is based on the original serial number range for I\/R\/MR\/Alpha drives; confirm your specific drive configuration before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat brand manufactures the 18-3517 water pump kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-3517 water pump kit is manufactured by Sierra.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 18-3517 the correct part number to order for this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, 18-3517 is the Sierra part number for this water pump kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988150661339,"sku":"SIE-18-3517","price":43.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-3517_lg__52414.1558125522.500.750.jpg?v=1785189178","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-3517-water-pump-kit-without-base-replaces-mercury-46-96148a5-fits-mercruiser-alpha-mercury-mariner-65hp-v6-outboards","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}