3858641 Upper Gear | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta upper gear from the Marine Propulsion group, weighing 17.237 kg and listed for a single application on the DPX series. Upper gear 3858785 is the other upper gear in this run at 19.006 kg with a much wider fitment, so the two are not alternatives.

🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

• Volvo Penta DPX-R

• Engine Family: DPX

⚙️ Key Features

• 17.237 kg - a heavy assembly
• Listed for 1 application on the DPX series
• From the Marine Propulsion group
• Distinct from upper gear 3858785 at 19.006 kg

🔌 Function

Carries the drive from the engine down through the upper part of the drive unit, turning the input through its gear set and passing torque on to the lower unit.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Whine, howl or rumble that changes with drive load
• Metallic debris or bright glitter on the drain plug and in the oil
• Oil milky or emulsified from water ingress
• Play or backlash felt in the drive train
• Oil weeping from the housing joints or seals

🛠️ Service Notes

• At 17.237 kg this is a heavy item to lift and to ship - plan handling and delivery accordingly
• Only one application is listed, so confirm the drive before ordering
• Renew the seals and o-rings that come off with it and fill with the correct grade of oil before running

📦 Condition

• Genuine Volvo Penta part
• Brand new
• Supplied in original or equivalent packaging