Sierra 18-99298 Shift Assist, Replaces 123-7567, for Prestolite BID Distributor on GM 4.3 Liter 6-Cylinder Marine Engines
The Sierra 18-99298 is a shift assist module built for use with the Prestolite BID Distributor found on GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines. It is designed and constructed from high quality materials to hold up in a marine environment, giving boat owners a reliable way to restore proper shift assist function without sourcing a hard-to-find original component. Because it is designed around the same Prestolite BID Distributor application, the 18-99298 serves as a direct-fit replacement wherever the original shift assist unit has failed or is being proactively replaced as part of an ignition system service.
This part is backed by a one-year warranty and cross-references directly to several OEM and aftermarket part numbers, making it easy to confirm compatibility before ordering. It is intended for GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines equipped with a Prestolite BID Distributor.
Specifications
- Brand: Sierra
- Manufacturer Part Number: 18-99298
- Application: Prestolite BID Distributor, GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engine
- Weight: 0.6 pounds
- UPC: 736983851116
- Warranty: One-year warranty
- Construction: High quality materials for marine use
Fitment
- Prestolite BID Distributor, GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines
Replaces (OEM)
- 123-7567
- 763786
- 986999
- 987403
- 987567
- 987875
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Sierra 18-99298 used for? It is a shift assist module designed for use with the Prestolite BID Distributor on GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines.
Which engines does Sierra part 18-99298 fit? The 18-99298 is built for GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines that use a Prestolite BID Distributor.
What OEM or aftermarket part numbers does the 18-99298 cross-reference? Sierra 18-99298 replaces part numbers 123-7567, 763786, 986999, 987403, 987567, and 987875.
Does 18-99298 replace part number 987567? Yes, part number 987567 is one of the numbers the Sierra 18-99298 shift assist directly replaces.
How much does the Sierra 18-99298 weigh? The Sierra 18-99298 shift assist weighs 0.6 pounds.
Is the Sierra 18-99298 covered by a warranty? Yes, the 18-99298 shift assist comes with a one-year warranty.
What is the Sierra 18-99298 shift assist made of? It is constructed from high quality materials suited for a marine environment.
Will the 18-99298 work on any 6-cylinder marine engine? No, the Sierra 18-99298 is specifically designed for GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines equipped with a Prestolite BID Distributor, not 6-cylinder engines in general.
What is the UPC for the Sierra 18-99298 shift assist? The UPC for the Sierra 18-99298 is 736983851116.
How does the 18-99298 differ from the original shift assist it replaces? The 18-99298 is a direct functional replacement for the original shift assist used on the Prestolite BID Distributor, covering OEM and aftermarket numbers 123-7567, 763786, 986999, 987403, 987567, and 987875.
Is the Sierra 18-99298 built for marine use specifically? Yes, the 18-99298 is designed for use in a marine environment as part of the ignition system on GM 4.3 Liter, 6-cylinder marine engines.