{"product_id":"merc-169","title":"Mercury MerCruiser - Water Pump Gasket (Pack of 2) - 27-34897","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Engine Water Pump Gasket 27-34897 is an OEM-style sealing gasket used with the sea water pump housing on compatible GM-based MerCruiser V6 and V8 marine engines. It helps create a watertight seal at the pump mounting surface to prevent cooling-water leaks and support proper engine cooling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Mercury\/MerCruiser water pump gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 27-34897\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso referenced as 34897\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed with sea water pump housing applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits select GM-based V6 and V8 marine engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly sold as a pack of 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps prevent coolant loss and overheating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed on select GM-based MerCruiser V6 and V8 marine engines, including 4.3L, 5.0L \/ 305 CID, 5.7L \/ 350 CID, and 6.2L \/ 377 CID applications. Also associated with select 350 Mag, ski engine, 300 Tempest, 320 EFI, and 280 TRS engine configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify fitment by engine serial number, sea water pump style, and parts diagram before ordering. Pump gasket fitment can vary by engine block, pump housing, cooling-system layout, and production range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this gasket whenever the sea water pump is removed or serviced, or if the gasket is torn, compressed, leaking, oil-soaked, brittle, or damaged during pump replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean the pump and engine mounting surfaces before installation. Do not reuse a compressed or damaged gasket. Inspect the pump housing, fasteners, impeller condition, pulley alignment, and surrounding hoses during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplaces Mercury 2734897 and BRP\/OMC 3852477. Common aftermarket interchanges include Sierra Marine 18-0891, Mallory Marine 9-61600, and GLM Products 31380.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater pump gaskets are simple parts, but they protect the cooling system from leaks at a high-flow service point. If the pump is already off, replacing the gasket is the right move instead of risking a repeat leak.\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":43563854397476,"sku":"34897","price":17.51,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/4cb72616-1325-445c-ab3c-d1107d7d6b24.png?v=1779600189","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-169","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}