{"product_id":"sierra-18-6160z-zinc-anode-kit-for-mercruiser-bravo-ii-bravo-iii-replaces-888761a1-888760a1","title":"Sierra 18-6160Z Zinc Anode Kit for Mercruiser Bravo I, Bravo II (1989 \u0026 Up), Bravo III (1989-03)","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-6160Z Anode Kit is a zinc sacrificial anode set engineered for saltwater-only use on Mercruiser Bravo sterndrives. Zinc anodes corrode preferentially to the drive's running gear, protecting expensive components such as the gear housing and drive shaft from galvanic corrosion in saltwater environments. This kit is designed to fit Mercruiser Bravo I - All Years, Bravo II (1989 \u0026amp; Up), and Bravo III (1989-03) sterndrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSierra manufactures this anode kit to meet or exceed the specifications of the original equipment part it replaces, and supplies many OEM engine manufacturers and boat builders with parts daily. For boaters running in fresh water, Sierra offers the same kit in magnesium (18-6160M), and for brackish or salt water environments, an aluminum version (18-6160A) is also available, so you can match the anode material to your boating environment.\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 18-6160Z\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anode Kit Zinc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Water Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saltwater only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.93 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.13 x 2.75 x 10.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282277338\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Bravo I - All Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Bravo II (1989 \u0026amp; Up)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercruiser Bravo III (1989-03)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNo OEM cross-reference numbers are listed for the zinc (18-6160Z) version of this kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat material is the Sierra 18-6160Z anode kit made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-6160Z is made of zinc, which is intended for saltwater-only applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Mercruiser drives does this kit fit?\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit fits Mercruiser Bravo I - All Years, Bravo II (1989 \u0026amp; Up), and Bravo III (1989-03) sterndrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the 18-6160Z zinc anode kit in fresh water?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Zinc anodes like the 18-6160Z are for saltwater only; for fresh water applications, the magnesium version (18-6160M) is the correct choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 18-6160Z and 18-6160A anode kits?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-6160Z is zinc, formulated for saltwater-only use, while the 18-6160A is aluminum, formulated for brackish water or salt water environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does this anode kit weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-6160Z Anode Kit weighs 4.93 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the package dimensions of the 18-6160Z?\u003c\/strong\u003e The kit measures 7.13 x 2.75 x 10.5 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 18-6160Z a genuine Sierra part?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it is manufactured by Sierra, which engineers its parts to meet or exceed the original equipment part it replaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-6160Z anode kit include a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this kit is covered under Sierra's customer satisfaction warranty, as are all Sierra parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes one 18-6160Z kit cover Bravo I, II, and III drives?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 18-6160Z is listed for Mercruiser Bravo I - All Years, Bravo II (1989 \u0026amp; Up), and Bravo III (1989-03), so the same part number applies across those drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat UPC is associated with this product?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-6160Z Anode Kit carries UPC 808282277338.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre there other water-type options besides zinc for this kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, Sierra offers the same anode kit in magnesium (18-6160M) for fresh water and aluminum (18-6160A) for brackish or salt water, alongside the zinc 18-6160Z for saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988354412763,"sku":"SIE-18-6160Z","price":80.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/186160m_1__34583.1558146155.500.750.jpg?v=1785188271","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-6160z-zinc-anode-kit-for-mercruiser-bravo-ii-bravo-iii-replaces-888761a1-888760a1","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}