0553126 Evinrude Johnson O-Ring | Genuine OEM BRP Outboard Part
0553126 Evinrude Johnson O-Ring | Genuine OEM BRP Outboard Part
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🔧 Product Description
Genuine OMC Sterndrive Upper Gearcase Housing O-Ring - Part Number: 0553126
A genuine OMC housing O-ring for selected early OMC Stringer sterndrive upper gearcases.
The O-ring seals the specified bearing or gear housing joint, preventing gear lubricant from escaping and helping stop water from entering the upper gearcase.
⚙️ Key Features
- Genuine OMC OEM housing O-ring
- Correct OEM part number 0553126
- Common unprefixed number 553126
- Used in selected Stringer upper gearcase assemblies
- Oil- and water-resistant elastomer construction
- Precision housing-seal profile
🚤 Compatibility
Verified examples include selected
- 1968 OMC 120HP sterndrive upper gearcases
- 1977 OMC low-profile 120HP upper gearcases
- 1977 OMC low-profile 140HP upper gearcases
- 1977 OMC low-profile 175HP upper gearcases
- 1977 OMC low-profile 190HP upper gearcases
- 1977 OMC low-profile 235HP upper gearcases
- Additional OMC Stringer drives whose upper-gearcase diagram specifies 0553126
Important fitment note
- This is an OMC sterndrive part rather than a typical Evinrude or Johnson outboard O-ring.
- Confirm the sterndrive model number and upper-gearcase diagram.
- Do not substitute an O-ring based only on approximate diameter.
🔌 Function
The O-ring seals the housing joint against gear lubricant loss and water intrusion.
Installation considerations
- Clean the O-ring groove
- Inspect the housing for corrosion
- Use the specified O-ring lubricant
- Do not stretch or twist the O-ring
- Confirm the O-ring remains seated during assembly
- Tighten the housing evenly
- Pressure- and vacuum-test the drive
- Replace contaminated lubricant
⚠️ Common Signs of Failure
- Gear oil leaks from the housing joint
- Water enters the upper gearcase
- Gear lubricant becomes milky
- O-ring is flattened or brittle
- Housing surfaces are corroded
- Internal bearings become noisy
- Pressure or vacuum test fails
🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference
OEM / Related Numbers
- 0553126
- 553126
- OEM Description: O-Ring, Housing
- Upper-gearcase bearings, seals and gasket components vary by sterndrive model
Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents
- No verified individual aftermarket equivalent
- May be included in selected aftermarket OMC upper-gearcase seal kits
📦 Condition
- Genuine OMC OEM part
- Brand new
- Supplied in genuine or equivalent protective packaging
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping & Delivery
Flat-rate shipping Australia-wide — $14.99 per order, no matter how many parts you add. Orders dispatch from our Kadina, South Australia store. Need it urgently or want to collect in person? Call us on 0412 532 984 before ordering.
Returns & Warranty
Returns & Warranty
14-day change-of-mind returns — if it's not right or you ordered the wrong part, send it back within 14 days in new, unused condition for a refund or exchange. Manufacturer warranties apply to new parts. Full details in our Refunds & Returns policy.
Not sure this fits?
Not sure this fits?
Ask us before you buy — we check part numbers and fitment every day. Call 0412 532 984 (Mon–Fri 8.30am–4.30pm) or message us through the contact page with your engine or vehicle details.
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