• 8M0169040 Mercury MerCruiser Bearing Retainer | Genuine Quicksilver OEM Part
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8M0169040 Mercury MerCruiser Bearing Retainer | Genuine Quicksilver OEM Part

8M0169040 Mercury MerCruiser Bearing Retainer | Genuine Quicksilver OEM Part

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🔧 Product Description

Genuine Quicksilver Bearing Retainer - Part Number: 8M0169040

Genuine Quicksilver bearing retainer used in MerCruiser stern drive and transom assemblies. This retainer supersedes 816811-2 and is used on R / MR / Alpha One, Vazer and QuickSilver Alpha One applications where the drive or transom diagram specifies 8M0169040.

⚙️ Key Features

  • Genuine Quicksilver OEM bearing retainer
  • Correct Mercury part number 8M0169040
  • Supersedes 816811-2
  • Used on MerCruiser stern drive and transom bearing-retainer locations
  • Supports correct bearing alignment and retention in the drive / transom assembly

🚤 Compatibility

Commonly used on

  • MerCruiser R / MR / Alpha One sterndrive assemblies
  • MerCruiser R / MR / Alpha One transom assemblies
  • MerCruiser Vazer drive and transom assemblies
  • QS Alpha One applications

Typically suits

  • Drive / transom models:
  • MerCruiser R / MR / Alpha One Sterndrive - 1983-1990, serial 6225577 to 0F386995
  • MerCruiser R / MR / Alpha One Transom Assembly - 1983-1990, serial 6216687 to 0F386995
  • MerCruiser Vazer Drive - serial 0W995000 and up
  • MerCruiser Vazer Transom - serial 0W755000 and up
  • QS Alpha One - serial 2A629407 and up
  • Drive Type: MerCruiser R / MR / Alpha One, Vazer and QS Alpha One
  • System Type: Bearing retainer / drive or transom bearing support

🔌 Function

The bearing retainer secures and locates the bearing in the drive or transom assembly so the shaft and rotating components remain correctly aligned.

⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

  • Retainer damaged during disassembly
  • Bearing movement or misalignment
  • Corroded or damaged retainer threads
  • Drive noise after bearing service
  • Retainer distorted by incorrect tool use
  • Replacement required during drive or transom rebuild

🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

OEM Supersession Chain

  • 8M0169040 → Supersedes 816811-2
  • 816811-2 earlier OEM bearing retainer reference
  • 816811 earlier bearing retainer family reference

OEM / Related Numbers

  • 8M0169040
  • 816811-2
  • 8168112
  • 816811
  • Retainer bearing
  • Bearing retainer
  • MerCruiser drive bearing retainer
  • Alpha One bearing retainer
  • Vazer bearing retainer

Aftermarket / Verified Equivalents

  • Aftermarket bearing retainers are available by exact 8M0169040 / 816811-2 match
  • Use OEM or direct dimensional replacement only because bearing-retainer thread and shoulder dimensions are critical

📦 Condition

  • Genuine Quicksilver 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.

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