# 53815949 Mercury MerCruiser 53 8m0214951 E Ring | Genuine Quicksilver OEM Part

## 🔧 Product Description

**Genuine Quicksilver E-Ring - Part Number: 53-8M0214951**

Genuine Quicksilver/MerCruiser stainless steel E-ring used as a retaining clip in compatible MerCruiser trim and drive assemblies. This OEM E-ring supersedes the earlier 53-815949 reference and is commonly associated with Alpha One Gen II drive applications.

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   Genuine Quicksilver/Mercury OEM E-ring
-   Stainless steel retaining ring design
-   Supersedes earlier 53-815949 E-ring reference
-   Commonly used on MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II trim / drive service applications
-   Helps secure components in the correct position during drive operation

## 🚤 Compatibility

### Commonly used on

-   MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II drive assemblies
-   MerCruiser trim / drive service hardware applications using the 815949 / 8M0214951 E-ring

### Typically suits

-   Engine models:
-   MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II stern drive assemblies
-   MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II trim-related service applications where 53-815949 or 53-8M0214951 is specified
-   MerCruiser stern drive hardware locations using the 815949-series E-ring
-   HP Range: Not applicable - stern drive retaining hardware
-   Engine Type: MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II stern drive / trim retaining hardware
-   Year Range: Application dependent by Alpha One Gen II drive serial number and parts diagram

## 🔌 Function

The E-ring clips onto a shaft or retaining groove to hold a component in position. It prevents movement or separation of small drive and trim components during operation.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Missing or damaged E-ring
-   Loose trim or drive hardware
-   Component movement after service
-   E-ring corrosion or loss of tension
-   Ring distorted during removal or installation

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   53-8M0214951 → Supersedes 53-815949
-   53-815949 earlier OEM reference

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   53-8M0214951
-   8M0214951
-   538M0214951
-   53-815949
-   815949
-   53815949

### Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

-   REC: REC53-815949
-   Sierra: 18-2345

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Quicksilver part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 2.2 AUD
- **Vendor:** Quicksilver
- **Type:** Fasteners & Fixings
- **Tags:** Quicksilver Marine Parts | Oils, Service Kits & Engine Components

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 2.20 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 53815949 Mercury MerCruiser 53 8m0214951 E Ring | Genuine Quicksilver OEM Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/53815949-mercury-mercruiser-53-8m0214951-e-ring-genuine-quicksilver-oem-part)
> Updated: 2026-09-06