{"product_id":"merc-687","title":"Mercury OEM Aluminum Anode Kit 818298Q1 MerCruiser Alpha One","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMercury \/ Quicksilver 818298Q1\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete aluminum anode kit\u003c\/strong\u003e designed for \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e, replacing all factory-installed anodes on the gearcase, trim tab, and transom assembly. Aluminum construction provides superior multi-water performance and longer service life compared to zinc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Mercury \/ Quicksilver OEM anode kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete multi-anode kit — full sterndrive protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum alloy — superior for saltwater and brackish water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect OEM replacement — exact fit and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers gearcase, trim tab, and transom positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLonger lifespan vs zinc equivalent kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Alpha One sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e (Gen I and Gen II — verify by serial number)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Protects:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGearcase housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrim tab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransom bracket assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm OEM part number \u003cstrong\u003e818298Q1\u003c\/strong\u003e against your drive serial number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKit contents may vary slightly by drive generation — verify with Mercury parts diagram\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAny anode in the kit is \u003cstrong\u003e50% or more consumed\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible corrosion on gearcase or transom hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual service or seasonal haul-out\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace entire kit at once for balanced protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace all anodes in the kit simultaneously\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMount to clean, bare metal surfaces — do not paint anodes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnsure proper electrical contact at each mounting point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque hardware to Mercury specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAlternate \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMercury \/ Quicksilver OEM: \u003cstrong\u003e818298Q1\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlso referenced as: \u003cstrong\u003e818298\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZinc equivalent kit available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Alpha One is one of the most common sterndrives on the water — and one of the most frequently under-protected. Replacing the full kit at haul-out is the right call: mixing old and new anodes creates uneven protection. Aluminum kits are now the go-to for boats operating in mixed or saltwater environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShips in 1–3 business days for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563882414116,"sku":"818298Q1","price":43.56,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/a29614a8ed26ea75d2fc93bc4a54860daac0085b494ba3dacfc129206f7b2ae4.webp?v=1775176460","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-687","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}