{"product_id":"merc-1097","title":"Mercury MerCruiser Bellows Assembly 8M0062406","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"vmuvlc\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"49\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bellows Assembly – 8M0062406\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"51\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eProtect your sterndrive drivetrain components with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"155\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Bellows Assembly 8M0062406\u003c\/strong\u003e. This genuine Mercury OEM \u003cstrong data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"201\"\u003eU-joint bellows\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a flexible, watertight seal between the sterndrive and the transom assembly, preventing water from entering the boat through the bell housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"354\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eThe ribbed composite bellows allows the driveshaft and U-joint to move freely while maintaining a sealed barrier against water, dirt, and debris. 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