{"product_id":"merc-329","title":"Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver 90-Degree Oil Hose Elbow 48246","description":"\u003cp\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver 48246 is a genuine OEM \u003cstrong\u003e90-degree oil hose elbow\u003c\/strong\u003e used in select MerCruiser \u003cstrong\u003eflywheel housing and oil cooler\u003c\/strong\u003e service applications. The full Mercury part reference is commonly listed as \u003cstrong\u003e22-48246\u003c\/strong\u003e. This elbow is used where the oil hose connects to the cylinder block in specific MerCruiser oil cooler layouts, helping maintain the correct hose direction, connection angle, and OEM oil-system routing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Mercury Marine \/ Quicksilver OEM elbow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number \u003cstrong\u003e48246 \/ 22-48246\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly identified as an \u003cstrong\u003eoil hose elbow\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90-degree elbow\u003c\/strong\u003e design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed in select MerCruiser \u003cstrong\u003eflywheel housing and oil cooler\u003c\/strong\u003e assemblies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommonly shown as an \u003cstrong\u003einlet or outlet hose-to-cylinder-block elbow\u003c\/strong\u003e in applicable diagrams.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain correct oil hose routing and connection angle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUPC \/ GTIN reference: \u003cstrong\u003e745061074439\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate package size reference: \u003cstrong\u003e1.75\" x 1.50\" x 1.00\"\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate package weight: \u003cstrong\u003e0.31 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe strongest supportable fitment for 48246 is \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser oil cooler \/ flywheel housing service\u003c\/strong\u003e, not engine fitment by displacement alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCommonly associated applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eGM 350 V8\u003c\/strong\u003e MerCruiser packages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eGM 427 \/ 454 \/ 502 big-block\u003c\/strong\u003e MerCruiser packages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003e7.4L and 8.2L MIE\u003c\/strong\u003e applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003e420 \/ 425 \/ 450 \/ 465 \/ 500 \/ 502 MAG \/ 525 \/ 575 \/ 600 SC\u003c\/strong\u003e performance applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003e330 \/ 350 MIE\u003c\/strong\u003e inboard applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eTR \/ TRS\u003c\/strong\u003e, Bravo, and high-performance MerCruiser oil cooler layouts where this elbow is specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelect \u003cstrong\u003eRace \/ QC4V\u003c\/strong\u003e applications where this diagram callout is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause this elbow appears across older and high-performance MerCruiser oil-system diagrams, the exact parts diagram should be confirmed before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify fitment by exact \u003cstrong\u003eengine serial number\u003c\/strong\u003e and the correct Mercury MerCruiser \u003cstrong\u003eflywheel housing \/ oil cooler \/ oil hose\u003c\/strong\u003e parts diagram before ordering. Oil hose elbows can vary by angle, thread, hose routing, and cooler layout, so the correct match is the diagram callout rather than engine size alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this elbow when the original is corroded, cracked, leaking, seized, damaged during removal, or no longer provides a secure oil hose connection. It should also be inspected during oil cooler, flywheel housing, or oil hose service if the surrounding fittings or hoses show age or leakage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall 48246 \/ 22-48246 only after confirming the correct oil cooler diagram location. Inspect the oil hose, clamps, cylinder block connection, cooler fittings, and nearby hardware before reassembly. Use the correct sealing method where specified and avoid overtightening into cast components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternate \/ Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe active Mercury OEM part number for this listing is:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e48246\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e22-48246\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe easy mistake with this elbow is treating it like a generic 90-degree fitting. On MerCruiser oil cooler systems, the correct elbow depends on the \u003cstrong\u003eoil hose routing, cooler layout, and diagram location\u003c\/strong\u003e, so matching the serial-number-based parts diagram is the safest way to avoid leaks or hose alignment issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563861180452,"sku":"48246","price":55.49,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/e6e0e0e4-fa68-402d-b609-412640e91fa5.png?v=1777433566","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-329","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}