{"title":"In-Store Anodes \u0026 Corrosion Protection","description":"\u003cp\u003eA selection of anode kits and shaft anodes stocked at Marisol Marine in North Vancouver. Match the anode material, dimensions and drive application before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mdl-3","title":"MerCruiser Alpha One Gen II Aluminum Anode Kit - Alpha1G2-Kit-AL","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha One Gen II Aluminum Anode Kit Alpha1G2-Kit-AL\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete sacrificial anode kit for \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Generation II sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e. This aluminum kit is designed to replace the key factory anode locations on compatible Gen II drives, helping protect the aluminum sterndrive housing, transom assembly, bearing carrier area, trim rams, and lower-unit components from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAluminum anodes are commonly selected for \u003cstrong\u003esaltwater and brackish-water\u003c\/strong\u003e operation, offering broad-use protection for boats that move between mixed water conditions. Confirm the sterndrive generation, serial number, trim tab style, and anode layout before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete aluminum anode kit for Alpha One Gen II sterndrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha1G2-Kit-AL\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternate inventory references: \u003cstrong\u003eA1G2KA\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAlpha One Gen II Aluminum Anode Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003e1991 and newer MerCruiser Alpha One Generation II\u003c\/strong\u003e drives where this anode layout is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Gen II serial-number reference: \u003cstrong\u003e0D469829 and higher\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum\/indium alloy sacrificial protection for saltwater and brackish-water use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps protect expensive aluminum drive castings from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes major underwater anode locations commonly replaced during seasonal drive service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupplied with installation hardware where included in the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCadmium-free aluminum formulation compared with legacy zinc-style anodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical Alpha One Gen II aluminum kit layout includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGimbal housing anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlat trim tab anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive shaft plate \/ ventilation plate anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBearing carrier anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrim lift ram anodes, quantity 2\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRequired installation fasteners\u003c\/strong\u003e, where supplied with the kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the exact kit contents against the package and your drive layout before installation. Some Alpha One Gen II drives may use different trim tab or plate-style anode configurations depending on drive setup, propeller clearance, and previous service history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon application context includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Generation II\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical production range: \u003cstrong\u003e1991 and newer\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical serial-number reference: \u003cstrong\u003e0D469829 and higher\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater and brackish-water boats requiring aluminum sacrificial protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrives using the matching gimbal housing, trim tab, drive plate, bearing carrier, and trim ram anode configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is not for Alpha One Gen I, Bravo, Blackhawk, outboard, or non-MerCruiser drive applications unless the parts diagram confirms the same anode layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by sterndrive serial number, drive generation, anode material requirement, trim tab style, bearing carrier layout, mounting-hole pattern, and factory parts diagram before ordering. Alpha One Gen I and Alpha One Gen II kits are different and should not be interchanged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse aluminum anodes where the boat's water conditions call for aluminum protection. For freshwater-only operation, magnesium is commonly used instead. For traditional saltwater-only applications, zinc may also be used where specified. Correct anode material is important for proper corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Kit Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace anodes when they are heavily pitted, loose, missing, damaged, scaled over, or approximately half consumed. Anodes should also be inspected during spring commissioning, fall haul-out, winterization, gear lube service, propeller service, and any time corrosion, bubbling paint, white powdering, or unusual metal loss appears on the drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wait until an anode is completely gone. Once the sacrificial metal is consumed, the sterndrive housing, trim rams, bearing carrier, and underwater hardware become more exposed to corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the old anodes and clean each mounting surface down to bare metal before installing the new kit. Sacrificial anodes must have direct metal-to-metal contact with the drive to work properly. Paint, corrosion, marine growth, sealant, or heavy scale under the anode can insulate it and reduce protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not paint anodes. Antifouling paint, primer, clear coat, or other coatings over the anode surface prevent the water from contacting the sacrificial metal. Tighten all hardware securely and inspect bonding continuity where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, recheck the anodes once the boat has been back in the water, especially if the vessel is kept in a marina with shore power, nearby steel structures, or known stray-current concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha1G2-Kit-AL\u003c\/strong\u003e — aluminum anode kit part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA1G2KA\u003c\/strong\u003e — alternate inventory\/reference format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCMALPHAKITA\u003c\/strong\u003e — Martyr \/ Canada Metal aluminum kit reference; verify by kit contents and drive generation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha One Gen II Aluminum Anode Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — application reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuicksilver 888756Q03\u003c\/strong\u003e — related Alpha One Gen II anode kit reference; verify material and contents before substitution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Gen II Aluminum Anode Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — common catalog description\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two most important checks are \u003cstrong\u003edrive generation\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ewater type\u003c\/strong\u003e. Alpha One Gen II drives use a different anode layout than Alpha One Gen I drives, and aluminum, zinc, and magnesium anodes are not selected the same way. For the best protection, match the kit to the drive serial number, clean every contact surface to bare metal, and never paint the anodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563836342308,"sku":"A1G2KA","price":97.83,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/13df889a-4905-4f7e-9086-246b043daaec.png?v=1781239183"},{"product_id":"mdl-5","title":"Martyr MerCruiser Alpha One Gen I Aluminum Anode Kit - ALU-A1KA","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMartyr ALU-A1KA\u003c\/strong\u003e is an aluminum sacrificial anode kit for \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Generation I sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e. This kit is designed to replace key factory anode locations on compatible Alpha One Gen I drives, helping protect the aluminum drive housing, gimbal area, trim tab location, and underwater hardware from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aluminum alloy construction is suited for boats operating in saltwater and brackish water, especially where an aluminum anode kit is preferred over traditional zinc. Always confirm your sterndrive generation and anode layout before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartyr \/ Canada Metal aluminum anode kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: \u003cstrong\u003eALU-A1KA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon cross-reference: \u003cstrong\u003eCMALPHAKITA\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Gen I\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical application range: \u003cstrong\u003e1983–1990 Alpha One Generation I\u003c\/strong\u003e drives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum alloy sacrificial protection for saltwater and brackish-water use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps protect expensive aluminum drive castings from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces the common factory-style Gen I anode locations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes installation hardware where supplied with the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCadmium-free aluminum formulation compared with legacy zinc-style anodes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical Alpha One Gen I aluminum kit layout includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGimbal housing block anode\u003c\/strong\u003e — mounts under the gimbal housing \/ transom plate area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrim tab anode\u003c\/strong\u003e — mounts above the propeller and also functions as the steering trim tab where equipped.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e — required bolts\/fasteners where included with the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the exact kit contents against the package and your existing drive layout before installation. Some drives may have been modified, updated, or previously fitted with non-original anode hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon application context includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One Generation I\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTypical Alpha One Gen I production range: \u003cstrong\u003e1983–1990\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaltwater or brackish-water boats requiring aluminum sacrificial protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrives using the matching gimbal housing block and trim tab anode configuration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is not for Alpha One Gen II, Bravo, Blackhawk, outboard, or non-MerCruiser drive applications unless the parts diagram confirms the same anode layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by sterndrive serial number, drive generation, anode shape, trim tab style, mounting-hole pattern, and water type before ordering. Alpha One Gen I and Alpha One Gen II anode kits are not the same. If your boat has a 1991 or newer Alpha One Gen II drive, verify the Gen II kit instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse aluminum anodes for saltwater and brackish-water service where this material is specified or preferred. For freshwater-only operation, magnesium is commonly used instead. Correct anode material is important for proper corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Kit Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace anodes when they are heavily pitted, loose, missing, damaged, scaled over, or approximately half consumed. Anodes should be inspected during spring commissioning, fall haul-out, winterization, gear lube service, propeller service, and any time paint bubbling, white powdering, or corrosion appears on the drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not wait until an anode is completely gone. Once the sacrificial metal is consumed, the sterndrive housing and underwater hardware become more exposed to corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the old anodes and clean each mounting surface down to bare metal before installing the new kit. Sacrificial anodes must have direct metal-to-metal contact with the drive to work properly. Paint, corrosion, marine growth, sealant, or heavy scale under the anode can insulate it and reduce protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not paint anodes. Antifouling paint, primer, clear coat, or other coatings over the anode surface prevent the water from contacting the sacrificial metal. Tighten all hardware securely and inspect bonding continuity where applicable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter installation, recheck the anodes once the boat has been back in the water, especially if the vessel is kept in a marina with shore power, nearby steel structures, or known stray-current concerns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eALU-A1KA\u003c\/strong\u003e — aluminum anode kit part number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCMALPHAKITA\u003c\/strong\u003e — Martyr \/ Canada Metal aluminum kit reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha 1 Kit ALU-A1KA\u003c\/strong\u003e — common listing format\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha One Gen I Aluminum Anode Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — application reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most important check is confirming the drive generation. Alpha One Gen I and Alpha One Gen II kits look similar in purpose but do not use the same anode layout. For best protection, match the kit to the drive, use the correct anode material for your water, clean every mounting surface to bare metal, and never paint the anodes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563836440612,"sku":"A1KA","price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/3c248eb1-c085-47b7-9033-0b411668773e.png?v=1781233613"},{"product_id":"aluminum-anode-kit-mercruiser-bravo-one-b1ka","title":"Aluminum Anode Kit MerCruiser Bravo One B1KA","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"116\" data-end=\"124\"\u003eB1KA\u003c\/strong\u003e is an aluminum anode kit for \u003cstrong data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"190\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo One sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e. Current fitment references consistently describe this kit for \u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"289\"\u003e1988 and newer Bravo One drives\u003c\/strong\u003e, and Mercury’s current OEM aluminum kit for the same application is listed for Bravo One drives beginning at serial range \u003cstrong data-start=\"412\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e0B664190 and up\u003c\/strong\u003e. This kit is designed to help protect the sterndrive from galvanic corrosion by replacing the main factory anodes as a complete service set. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"974\"\u003eBecause this is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"643\"\u003ealuminum\u003c\/strong\u003e anode kit, it is the correct material choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"743\"\u003esaltwater, brackish water, and mixed-water use\u003c\/strong\u003e. Current product references for Bravo One aluminum kits also consistently position them as the complete corrosion-protection option for Bravo One drives rather than a single-piece replacement. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"994\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"992\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003eAluminum anode kit for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo One\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eCommonly listed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1081\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e1988 and newer\u003c\/strong\u003e Bravo One drives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eComplete kit format for replacing the main drive anodes together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1188\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003esaltwater, brackish water, and mixed-water\u003c\/strong\u003e protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003eCommon kit content references include:\n\u003cul data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003e1 x drive shaft \/ plate anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e1 x flat trim tab anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1382\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e2 x lift ram anodes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003e1 x bearing carrier anode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1510\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003eattaching hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1944\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1512\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003eFits \u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eMerCruiser Bravo One sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e. Current fitment references consistently describe Bravo One aluminum kits for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e1988 and newer\u003c\/strong\u003e drives, with Mercury’s current OEM reference specifying Bravo One drives from \u003cstrong data-start=\"1756\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003eserial number 0B664190 and up\u003c\/strong\u003e. Verify exact drive application before ordering, especially if the drive has had prior repairs or component changes. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1978\"\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"1981\"\u003ePlease confirm fitment using your \u003cstrong data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2049\"\u003eMerCruiser drive serial number\u003c\/strong\u003e before ordering. This is the safest way to verify the correct Bravo One anode kit, especially since anode kits are application-specific and should match the exact drive configuration already installed. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2291\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eReplace the kit when the installed anodes are heavily wasted, pitted, cracked, loose, or significantly reduced in size. Current Mercury and aftermarket references both recommend inspecting anodes periodically and replacing them when visible corrosion or pitting shows the protective material has been used up. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"3092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2679\" data-end=\"2701\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2704\"\u003eInstall the replacement anodes on clean bare-metal contact surfaces and do not paint them. Bravo One kit references consistently describe these kits as including the main drive anodes and attaching hardware for a full service replacement. Before installation, compare the installed anodes on the drive to confirm the kit matches your Bravo One setup. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3094\" data-end=\"3149\"\u003eAlternate \/ Superseded Part Numbers when applicable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3152\" data-end=\"3169\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3154\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003e888758K01\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3170\" data-end=\"3187\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3185\"\u003e888758Q02\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3188\" data-end=\"3207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3190\" data-end=\"3205\"\u003eCMBRAVO1KIT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3210\" data-end=\"3221\"\u003e18-6159\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3224\" data-end=\"3275\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"3226\" data-end=\"3237\"\u003e20803AL\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3714\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3277\" data-end=\"3299\"\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3302\"\u003eA complete Bravo One anode kit is usually the smarter buy than replacing one piece at a time, because corrosion protection works best when the whole drive is maintained evenly. Another useful detail is that Bravo One kits commonly include five main anodes plus hardware, which makes them a practical scheduled-service item for customers maintaining the entire drive at once. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3716\" data-end=\"3796\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3716\" data-end=\"3728\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3728\" data-end=\"3731\"\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563836506148,"sku":"B1KA","price":118.64,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/e7052ab2-d62b-4b64-b187-27c23b1c36ca.png?v=1775251140"},{"product_id":"mdl-16","title":"Volvo Penta 280\/280SP Zinc Anode Kit VP280KZ","description":"\u003cp\u003eVP280KZ is a zinc anode kit for Volvo Penta 280 and 280SP sterndrive applications. Current reviewed references for equivalent 280 zinc-anode kits identify the core kit contents as a Volvo Penta ring anode in the V-18 pattern plus bar anode 832598, with mounting hardware included. This type of kit is built to provide sacrificial corrosion protection for older Volvo Penta 200\/250\/270\/275\/280-family drives used in saltwater or brackish-water service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc anode kit for Volvo Penta 280 \/ 280SP drive applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent equivalent-kit references show V-18 style ring anode plus bar anode 832598.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware is included in current reviewed kit references.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned as sacrificial corrosion protection for legacy Aquamatic sterndrives.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrent reviewed references point to \u003cstrong\u003edrive compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than engine-only fitment. The clearest match is Volvo Penta \u003cstrong\u003e280 and 280SP\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrives, and the included 832598 bar-anode reference also ties the kit to the broader Volvo Penta \u003cstrong\u003e200–280 drive family\u003c\/strong\u003e. Fitment should still be confirmed by exact drive model and anode layout before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAnode kits can vary by drive generation, housing shape, and mounting pattern. Confirm VP280KZ by the exact sterndrive model and by matching the installed ring-anode and bar-anode arrangement before ordering. For older Volvo Penta drives, this is the cleanest way to avoid ordering the wrong corrosion-protection kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nReplace the kit when the installed anodes show clear material loss, heavy pitting, cracking, loose fitment, or uneven erosion. Sacrificial anodes are intended to wear during service, so regular inspection and timely replacement are part of normal drive-maintenance practice, especially in saltwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInstall on clean metal contact surfaces and use the correct mounting hardware for the drive. Good electrical contact between the anodes and the drive is important for effective corrosion protection, so paint, corrosion buildup, or poor seating should be corrected during installation. Zinc is the reviewed material for this kit style, making it best suited to the water conditions where zinc anodes are appropriate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrent reviewed equivalent-kit references show multiple market identifiers in the same application family, including \u003cstrong\u003e280-Kit-ZN\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCM280KITZ\u003c\/strong\u003e, and kits built around \u003cstrong\u003eV-18 \/ 875815-3\u003c\/strong\u003e plus \u003cstrong\u003e832598\u003c\/strong\u003e. No confirmed OEM Volvo Penta supersession for the VP280KZ aftermarket number is shown in the reviewed references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor older Volvo Penta anode kits, the best buying checkpoint is the \u003cstrong\u003eexact drive family and anode layout\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just the word “anode kit.” The strongest current match points here are \u003cstrong\u003e280 \/ 280SP\u003c\/strong\u003e fitment and the familiar \u003cstrong\u003eV-18 ring-anode plus 832598 bar-anode\u003c\/strong\u003e combination. Matching the existing hardware on the drive is the safest way to get the right kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563836866596,"sku":"VP280KZ","price":88.85,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/e620b99f-9d08-4cf6-acb5-a2c387dfb8bc.png?v=1776105874"},{"product_id":"mdl-19","title":"Volvo Penta SX Zinc Anode Kit VPSXKZ","description":"\u003cp\u003eVPSXKZ is a zinc anode kit for Volvo Penta SX and DP-SM sterndrive applications. Current reviewed equivalent-kit references consistently describe this kit family as a complete zinc corrosion-protection set for those drives, with the core package built around the two main anodes used on the SX \/ DP-SM setup plus mounting hardware. Zinc kits in this family are intended for saltwater use and help protect the drive and transom components by sacrificing themselves before more critical underwater metal parts corrode.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrent reviewed sources show the SX zinc-anode kit family includes the two main anodes commonly referenced as Volvo Penta 3854130 and 3855411, along with the required fixing bolts or fixing kit. Multiple current listings also describe these as direct-replacement zinc anodes for Volvo Penta SX \/ DP-SM drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrent references point to drive compatibility rather than engine-only fitment. The clearest current fitment is Volvo Penta \u003cstrong\u003eSX\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eDP-SM\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrives, with additional reviewed sources listing compatibility across several SX-family variants including SX-M, SX-C, SX-C1, SX-C2, SX-CT1, SX-CT2, SX-MTD, SX-MTD3, SX-RT1, plus DP-S and DP-SM applications in the same anode family. Fitment should still be confirmed by exact drive model and anode layout before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAnode kits can vary by drive generation, housing shape, and mounting pattern. Confirm VPSXKZ by the exact Volvo Penta drive model and by matching the installed gearhouse and transom-shield anode arrangement before ordering. That is the cleanest way to avoid ordering the wrong corrosion-protection kit for an SX-family drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nReplace the kit when the installed anodes show clear material loss, heavy pitting, cracking, loose fitment, or uneven erosion. Volvo Penta’s current anode guidance says marine anodes should be inspected regularly and replaced when they have eroded to about half their original size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nInstall on clean metal contact surfaces and use the correct supplied hardware so the anodes maintain proper electrical contact with the drive. Current Volvo Penta guidance also notes that anodes should not be painted over, because that prevents them from protecting the drive correctly. Zinc is the reviewed material for this kit style and is the standard choice for saltwater service, with some reviewed sources also noting it can be used in certain brackish-water conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCurrent reviewed equivalent-kit references in this same application family include \u003cstrong\u003eCMSXKITZ\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eKITVOLVOSX\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eKITVOLVOSX\/MG\u003c\/strong\u003e or aluminum variants in other materials, while the underlying anode components are commonly referenced as \u003cstrong\u003e3854130\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e3855411\u003c\/strong\u003e. Current reviewed sources do not show a confirmed OEM Volvo Penta supersession for the aftermarket kit number \u003cstrong\u003eVPSXKZ\u003c\/strong\u003e itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor older Volvo Penta sterndrive anode kits, the best buying checkpoint is the \u003cstrong\u003eexact drive family and anode layout\u003c\/strong\u003e, not just the words “SX anode kit.” The strongest current match points here are SX \/ DP-SM fitment and the familiar two-piece kit built around the gearhouse and transom-shield anodes. Matching the existing hardware on the drive is the safest way to get the right kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563837030436,"sku":"VPSXKZ","price":117.2,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/e9cbadea-2291-4e7f-9278-bbcc711abfa2.png?v=1776106197"},{"product_id":"merc-1212","title":"Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Aluminum Anode Kit 8M0126671","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"42\" data-end=\"113\"\u003eMercury \/ MerCruiser Quicksilver \u003cstrong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"113\"\u003eAluminum Anode Kit — 8M0126671\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"474\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"152\"\u003eMercury Quicksilver 8M0126671\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM \u003cstrong data-start=\"170\" data-end=\"192\"\u003ealuminum anode kit\u003c\/strong\u003e designed to protect \u003cstrong data-start=\"213\" data-end=\"250\"\u003eMercury inline-6 Verado outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e from galvanic corrosion. 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\u003cstrong data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"841\"\u003eMercury Verado inline-6 outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"874\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"874\"\u003e200 HP Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"875\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"894\"\u003e225 HP Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"897\" data-end=\"914\"\u003e250 HP Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"917\" data-end=\"934\"\u003e275 HP Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"935\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"954\"\u003e300 HP Verado\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eThese engines use anodes mounted on the \u003cstrong data-start=\"996\" data-end=\"1029\"\u003egearcase and transom assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e to protect aluminum components from electrolysis. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1121\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1144\"\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1212\"\u003eA typical kit replaces \u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003eall factory-installed anodes\u003c\/strong\u003e, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1214\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eGearcase anodes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eTrim tab anode\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1253\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eTransom bracket anodes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eAdditional external corrosion-protection anodes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1469\" data-end=\"1472\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003eWhy Aluminum Anodes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1497\" 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\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003eFunction\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eAnodes are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1778\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003esacrificial metals\u003c\/strong\u003e that corrode instead of the engine’s aluminum components. By absorbing galvanic corrosion, they protect:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1932\"\u003eLower unit \/ gearcase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1933\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1935\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eTrim system components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003eMounting brackets and hardware \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eService Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003eAnodes should be \u003cstrong data-start=\"2078\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003einspected at least annually\u003c\/strong\u003e and replaced when roughly \u003cstrong data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e50% consumed\u003c\/strong\u003e to maintain proper corrosion protection. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563916394532,"sku":"8M0126671","price":206.23,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/5706cff1-7829-43e4-9be9-9db2c405f61c.png?v=1773278647"},{"product_id":"mdl-25","title":"Zinc Shaft Anode MDX-5 1-1\/4\"","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"60\" data-end=\"338\"\u003eThe MDX-5 is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"132\"\u003ezinc shaft anode designed for 1-1\/4\" propeller shafts\u003c\/strong\u003e, providing essential sacrificial protection for inboard running gear. Installed directly on the shaft, it corrodes first—protecting shafts, propellers, and nearby underwater metals from galvanic corrosion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"340\" data-end=\"503\"\u003eConstructed from marine-grade zinc alloy, it is specifically intended for \u003cstrong data-start=\"414\" data-end=\"440\"\u003esaltwater environments\u003c\/strong\u003e, where zinc delivers stable and reliable corrosion protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"505\" data-end=\"508\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"528\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"745\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"563\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"531\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eFits 1-1\/4\" shaft diameter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"607\"\u003eMarine-grade \u003cstrong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"605\"\u003ehigh-purity zinc alloy\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"608\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eTwo-piece clamp-on design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"672\"\u003eProvides 360° shaft protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"673\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"705\"\u003esaltwater use\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"745\"\u003eEasy installation and replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"750\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"752\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eApplication \/ Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"799\"\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"887\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"829\"\u003e1-1\/4\" propeller shafts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"832\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eInboard propulsion systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"887\"\u003eShaft-driven vessels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"901\"\u003e✔ Common on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"914\"\u003eCruisers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eSailboats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"929\" data-end=\"956\"\u003eSportfish and workboats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"969\"\u003e✔ Protects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"970\" data-end=\"990\"\u003ePropeller shafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1001\"\u003eStruts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1002\" data-end=\"1038\"\u003eProp hubs and surrounding metals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1043\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1045\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eAlways confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1096\" data-end=\"1127\"\u003eShaft diameter (\u003cstrong data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003e1-1\/4\"\u003c\/strong\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eClearance between shaft and strut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1196\"\u003eProper anode length and OD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1198\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eCorrect sizing ensures proper clamping and electrical contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1306\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eAnode is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1317\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003e50% or more consumed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eLoose fit on shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eUneven or rapid wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1423\"\u003eRoutine haul-out inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1644\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1455\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003eInstall on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eclean, bare shaft surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003eTighten evenly for full contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1536\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eDo not paint the 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contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eDo not paint the anode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1686\" data-end=\"1740\"\u003ePosition away from bearings and prop for clearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1780\"\u003eRecheck tightness after initial run\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eAlternate \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1832\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eMDX-7 (Reliance \/ aftermarket reference)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003eComparable Martyr shaft anode sizes available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eAluminum equivalent available for mixed water use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1982\" 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