{"product_id":"gimbal-bearing-mercruiser-volvo-penta-47-21001","title":"Gimbal Bearing MerCruiser Volvo Penta 47-21001","description":"\u003cp\u003e47-21001 is a heavy-duty gimbal bearing used in sterndrive transom assemblies to support the drive shaft through the gimbal housing and help maintain proper driveline alignment between the engine coupler and sterndrive input shaft. It is a critical service part during bellows, alignment, and transom repairs where smooth shaft support and correct driveline positioning matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty gimbal bearing for sterndrive transom assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports proper drive-shaft alignment through the gimbal housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon replacement item during bellows, alignment, and transom service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarine driveline support bearing, not a general-purpose bearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest matched by exact sterndrive application and serial-based fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bearing should be matched by \u003cstrong\u003edrive and transom assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e, not by engine long-block alone. Gimbal bearings are used across sterndrive platforms, but exact fitment depends on the gimbal housing, drive family, and model year. The safest fitment path is to confirm \u003cstrong\u003e47-21001\u003c\/strong\u003e against the exact sterndrive make, model, and serial-number-based parts breakdown before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch \u003cstrong\u003e47-21001\u003c\/strong\u003e to your sterndrive serial number and the correct transom assembly diagram before ordering. Gimbal bearings can look similar across multiple applications, but correct fit depends on the exact housing and driveline setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gimbal bearing is typically replaced when it becomes noisy, rough, loose, corroded, or shows wear during alignment checks or sterndrive removal. It is also smart to inspect or replace it anytime the bellows, U-joints, or other transom-service parts are already apart, since labor overlap is high in this area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the exact application before installation and compare the removed bearing carefully against the replacement part. Proper installation depth, correct alignment, and inspection of nearby bellows, U-joints, and seals all matter during service. On sterndrive transom work, exact fit and alignment matter more than a quick visual match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003e47-21001\u003c\/strong\u003e as the core reference and confirm any related cross-reference numbers against the exact drive application before ordering. Gimbal bearing numbers often cross through multiple aftermarket catalogs, so application confirmation is the safer move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith gimbal bearings, the easy mistake is replacing only the noisy bearing and skipping the surrounding inspection. If the drive is already off, checking alignment, bellows condition, and nearby driveline wear at the same time usually saves repeat labor.\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":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563827658788,"sku":"47-21001","price":190.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/47-21001.png?v=1772839922","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/gimbal-bearing-mercruiser-volvo-penta-47-21001","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}