Mercury MerCruiser Water Pump Face Plate 32435 / 8M0204677
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Mercury MerCruiser 32435 is a genuine OEM water pump face plate used in Mercury and MerCruiser water pump assemblies. Current Mercury dealer references identify 32435 as FACE PLATE – WATER PUMP, and show it superseded to the current functional replacement 8M0204677.
Key Features
- Genuine Mercury Marine OEM part number 32435.
- Current replacement part number is 8M0204677.
- Cataloged as a water pump face plate / wear plate in current parts references.
- Current dealer shipping specs for 32435 are approximately 0.05 lb, 4.50 in. x 3.00 in. x 0.20 in.
- Current dealer shipping specs for the superseding 8M0204677 plate are approximately 0.02 lb, 4.00 in. x 2.00 in. x 0.00 in.
Engine Compatibility
The strongest supportable fitment for 32435 is Mercury / Mariner water pump gearcase service across many older 4-cylinder, 6-cylinder, and V6 outboards, plus select MerCruiser sterndrive gear housing applications. Current references connect it to broad Mercury/Mariner coverage including 65-225 HP water pump gearcase applications and legacy R/MR/Alpha One sterndrive and related MerCruiser gear housing service.
Serial Number Fitment Notice
Verify fitment by exact engine or drive serial number and the correct water pump / gear housing parts diagram before ordering. This face plate appears across a wide range of Mercury and MerCruiser applications, so serial-based confirmation is the safest way to match the correct water pump service part.
When This Part Needs Replacement
Replace the face plate when the water pump service area shows scoring, wear, corrosion, or overheating-related damage, or when the pump is already apart for impeller and housing service. Because this plate is part of the pump wear surface, replacing a worn face plate during water pump service is often the better repair than reusing a damaged plate. This is a practical service inference supported by its documented role in the water pump assembly.
Installation Notes
Install 32435 or its current replacement 8M0204677 only after confirming the exact Mercury or MerCruiser water pump diagram for the unit being serviced. Current parts breakdowns show the face plate used with the water pump body assembly, insert, seal, impeller, key, screws, and washers, so it should be matched to the correct pump stack during reassembly.
Alternate/Superseded Part Numbers
Current sources show 8M0204677 as the active replacement for 32435. Related older references also include 32435B, 324351, and 30605.
Parts Desk Insight
With water pump plates like this, the important match is the exact pump family and gear housing diagram. Small pump parts can look similar on the bench, but the right serial-number breakdown is the best way to avoid ordering the wrong wear plate.
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Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 3–4 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
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