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888751A1 Aftermarket Mercruiser V6 Distributor 4.3L MPI | Sawley's Select Marine Parts

888751A1 Aftermarket Mercruiser V6 Distributor 4.3L MPI | Sawley's Select Marine Parts

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🔧 Product Description


Aftermarket replacement V6 ECM555 MPI HVS Complete Distributor - Replaces Part Number: 888751A1


New aftermarket flat-cap HVS distributor replacing MerCruiser 888751A1 for GM 4.3L MPI V6 engines.


⚙️ Key Features


• Complete V6 HVS flat-cap distributor

• Designed for 4.3L Vortec ECM555 MPI

• Serviceable cap, rotor and pickup sensor

• Cross-references Volvo Penta 3861988

• Direct replacement gear and connector layout


🧰 Kit / Assembly Contents


• 1 × Complete HVS distributor assembly - P/N 888751A1

• 1 × V6 flat distributor cap - service P/N 898253T23

• 1 × Flat-cap rotor - service P/N 8M0215004

• 1 × Distributor pickup/cam sensor - MerCruiser P/N 898141 / Volvo Penta P/N 3863130


🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference


OEM Supersession Chain:


• 888751A03 → Supersedes/updates 888751A02 and 888751A1


OEM / Related Numbers:


• 888751A02

• 888751A03

• 3861988

• 40005334

• 898141

• 3863130


Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents:


• WSM: 372-130

• Sierra: 18-5350

• Mallory: 9-26750

• Recmar: REC40005334


🚤 Compatibility


Commonly used on:


• GM 4.3L Vortec ECM555 MPI marine engines


Typically suits:


• Engine / Equipment models:

• MerCruiser 4.3L MPI Alpha

• MerCruiser 4.3L MPI Bravo

• Volvo Penta 4.3L MPI applications using distributor 3861988

• HP / Output Range: Approximately 220HP - 225HP

• Engine / System Type: GM Vortec 4.3L V6 petrol marine engine with HVS distributor

• Year Range: Principally 2000s-2010s; serial-dependent

• Serial / Component Identification: Confirm V6 HVS distributor, cap 898253T23 and gear material.


🔌 Function


The distributor synchronises spark delivery with engine position and routes ignition energy to each cylinder. Depending on the system, it also contains the pickup sensor, ignition module, cap and rotor.


Common signs of failure / service requirement:


• No spark or intermittent ignition shutdown

• Unstable ignition timing or excessive timing scatter

• Distributor-shaft play, noise or reluctor contact

• Carbon tracking, cap/rotor burning or repeated misfire

• Corroded pickup, module or internal electrical connections


📦 Condition


• New aftermarket replacement part

• Brand new

• Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

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

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?

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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