{"product_id":"merc-262","title":"Mercury Mariner Driveshaft Sleeve Ring Kit - 42461A1","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver \u003cstrong\u003e42461A1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine Mercury Marine OEM \u003cstrong\u003esleeve\/ring kit\u003c\/strong\u003e used in select Mercury and Mariner outboard gearcase and lower-unit assemblies. This small sealing and wear-related kit is commonly associated with driveshaft, water pump base, and upper gear housing service where the Mercury parts diagram calls for \u003cstrong\u003e42461A1\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is used to help maintain the correct sealing interface around the driveshaft area during lower-unit service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Mercury Marine factory OEM sleeve\/ring kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury\/MerCruiser part number: \u003cstrong\u003e42461A1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOfficial part label: \u003cstrong\u003eSLEEVE\/RING KIT\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGTIN\/UPC: \u003cstrong\u003e745061147867\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed shipping weight: \u003cstrong\u003e0.02 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListed shipping dimensions: \u003cstrong\u003e1.00 in. L x 1.25 in. W x 1.25 in. H\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in select Mercury and Mariner lower-unit, gearcase, driveshaft, and water-pump-related assemblies where specified by the factory parts diagram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommon where-used application groups include select Mercury and Mariner outboards by serial number and gearcase configuration, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e30 hp and 40 hp FourStroke\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40 hp EFI FourStroke and 40 Jet\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e45 Jet\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 hp 3-cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e50 hp FourStroke \/ BigFoot \/ EFI FourStroke\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e55 hp and 60 hp 3-cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e60 hp BigFoot and 60 EFI FourStroke\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e65 Jet and 80 Jet\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e70, 75, 80, and 90 hp 3-cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75, 90, 115, and 125 DFI 1.5L 3-cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e applications where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e75, 80, 90, 100, and 115 EFI FourStroke\u003c\/strong\u003e applications where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e100, 115, and 125 hp 4-cylinder\u003c\/strong\u003e applications where specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this kit only where the Mercury\/MerCruiser lower-unit or gearcase parts diagram specifically calls for \u003cstrong\u003e42461A1\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm fitment by engine serial number, lower-unit\/gearcase style, driveshaft configuration, and diagram location before ordering. Mercury used different gearcase seal, sleeve, ring, and water pump base components across engines with similar horsepower ratings, so horsepower alone is not enough to confirm fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this sleeve\/ring kit during lower-unit service when the original sleeve or ring is worn, damaged, corroded, distorted, missing, or removed during gearcase or water pump base service. It should also be inspected when servicing water intrusion concerns, milky gear lube, driveshaft seal wear, or repeated leakage around the upper gear housing area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall this kit only in the exact factory diagram location that calls for \u003cstrong\u003e42461A1\u003c\/strong\u003e. Inspect the driveshaft surface, water pump base, oil seals, gaskets, and upper gear housing components while the lower unit is apart. If water has entered the gear lube, pressure\/vacuum testing the gearcase after service is recommended. Follow the Mercury service manual for the correct installation method for the specific gearcase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e42461A1\u003c\/strong\u003e — Mercury\/MerCruiser sleeve\/ring kit number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a small lower-unit service part, but it should be matched carefully because the sleeve and ring work with the surrounding driveshaft and gearcase sealing components. If the gear lube shows signs of water contamination, inspect the related driveshaft seals, water pump base, and gearcase gaskets at the same time instead of replacing this kit alone.\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":43563858591780,"sku":"42461A1","price":40.04,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/d65ec58d-0c39-4d98-9795-7571592137ca.png?v=1780982251","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-262","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}