{"product_id":"sierra-18-9896-lifting-eye-tool-for-mercury-outboards-mercruiser-replaces-91-47448a1","title":"Sierra Lifting Eye Tool 18-9896, Replaces Mercury 91-47448A1 Engine Lifting Tool","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra Lifting Eye Tool, part number 18-9896, is a machined engine lifting tool designed to provide a secure attachment point for hoisting a motor during removal or installation. It threads into the powerhead to create a reliable lift point, letting technicians raise and lower the engine safely and evenly instead of relying on improvised rigging. The machined exterior construction is built for repeated shop use and stands up to the loads placed on it during engine service work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tool is a direct equivalent to several Mercury lifting eye tools, making it a straightforward replacement for shops and technicians who already reference those Mercury tool numbers. Its compact size makes it easy to store in a tool roll or drawer alongside other engine service tools, and it is ready to use without additional assembly.\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 18-9896\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTool Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifting Eye Tool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLift Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExterior Finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machined\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\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.1 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 808282343927\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUniversal engine lifting eye tool; not restricted to a specific make, horsepower, or model in the available fitment data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eReplaces (OEM)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury 91-904551\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury 91-90455T1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury 91-90455T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury 91-878232\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury 91-75132\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury 91-47448A1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sierra 18-9896 Lifting Eye Tool used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-9896 is a lifting eye tool that threads into an engine to provide a secure attachment point for safely hoisting the motor during removal or installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich Mercury tools does the Sierra 18-9896 replace?\u003c\/strong\u003e It replaces Mercury lifting eye tools 91-904551, 91-90455T1, 91-90455T, 91-878232, 91-75132, and 91-47448A1, so any of those Mercury tool numbers can be crossed over to Sierra part 18-9896.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-9896 a genuine Sierra part or an aftermarket copy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra 18-9896 is manufactured and sold under the Sierra brand as a direct equivalent to the listed Mercury lifting eye tools, not a copy sold under another brand name.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the Sierra 18-9896 Lifting Eye Tool weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-9896 Lifting Eye Tool weighs 1.1 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the dimensions of the Sierra 18-9896?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-9896 measures 0.39 x 0.39 x 0.39 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the exterior finish of the Sierra 18-9896?\u003c\/strong\u003e It has a machined exterior finish, which is typical for a precision engine lifting tool that sees repeated use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Sierra 18-9896 fit a specific engine make or model?\u003c\/strong\u003e The available specifications for the Sierra 18-9896 do not list a specific make, horsepower, or model restriction; it is referenced as a direct replacement for the listed Mercury tool numbers rather than tied to one engine family.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan the Sierra 18-9896 be used to lift an outboard or sterndrive powerhead?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, its lift type is designated for motor use, meaning it is designed to attach to a powerhead so it can be lifted during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat comes in the box with the Sierra 18-9896?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-9896 is supplied as a single lifting eye tool, ready to thread into the engine without additional hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy would I need a lifting eye tool like the Sierra 18-9896 instead of improvised rigging?\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated lifting eye tool such as the Sierra 18-9896 threads directly into the engine to create a rated, secure attachment point, which is safer and more reliable than rigging a chain or strap around the motor.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988437577947,"sku":"SIE-18-9896","price":35.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/SIE-18-9896__58897.1558186821.500.750.jpg?v=1785188457","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-9896-lifting-eye-tool-for-mercury-outboards-mercruiser-replaces-91-47448a1","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}