59826 59826A1 59826A3 Mercruiser (Ford) Engine Coupling | Genuine Used Part

🔧 Product Description

Genuine MerCruiser Ford V8 Engine Coupling - Part Number: 59826A3

A genuine MerCruiser engine coupling for Ford-based 302 CID and 351 CID V8 sterndrive engines.

The coupling bolts to the engine flywheel and transfers crankshaft rotation into the sterndrive input shaft through its internally splined hub and flexible rubber isolation section.

Current assembly 59826A3 follows earlier 59826 and 59826A1 references.

⚙️ Key Features

• Genuine MerCruiser OEM Ford V8 engine coupler
• Correct service part number 59826A3
• Cross-references with 59826 and 59826A1
• Fits Ford 302 and 351 marine engines
• Multiple branded aftermarket replacements available

🚤 Compatibility

Commonly used on

• MerCruiser Ford V8 sterndrive engines
• MC-I, R and early Alpha-type drive installations using the Ford coupling

Typically suits

• Engine models:
• MerCruiser 188 Ford 302 V8
• MerCruiser 215 Ford 302 V8
• MerCruiser 225 Ford 302 V8
• MerCruiser 233 Ford 351 V8
• MerCruiser 255 Ford 351 V8
• MerCruiser 888 Ford 302 V8
• MerCruiser Ford 5.0L / 302 CID V8 sterndrive engines
• MerCruiser Ford 5.8L / 351 CID V8 sterndrive engines
• Ford-based MerCruiser engines whose coupling diagram specifies 59826A1 or 59826A3
• Engine Type: MerCruiser Ford small-block V8 petrol sterndrive
• CID / Litre Range: 302 and 351 CID / 5.0L and 5.8L
• Year Range: Approximately 1972 - 1977

🔌 Function

The coupling transfers engine torque to the sterndrive while its bonded rubber section absorbs torsional vibration and protects the drivetrain from shock loads.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

• Engine revs but the sterndrive does not turn
• Burnt-rubber smell from the bell-housing area
• Splines rounded or stripped
• Rubber element cracked or separated
• Coupling fails following engine-to-drive misalignment

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

• 59826A3 → Supersedes 59826A1
• 59826A1 → Related to original coupling reference 59826
• 59826 earlier casting and OEM reference

OEM / Related Numbers

• 59826A3
• 59826A1
• 59826
• 59826-A3
• 745061162877

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

• Sierra: 18-2173
• GLM: 11510
• Mallory: 9-72501
• EMP: 93-01848
• Recmar: REC59826A3
• NAPA / Sierra Marine: SME182173

📦 Condition

• Genuine used part
• Removed from running engine where applicable
• In good working condition unless otherwise stated