{"product_id":"merc-7","title":"MerCruiser Bravo Upper Driveshaft Housing Seal 12708","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver Seal 12708\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine Mercury upper driveshaft housing seal for \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Bravo sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a durable rubber sealing component used during upper driveshaft housing service, helping maintain proper sealing when the housing is removed and reassembled. Mercury lists this part for use on all MerCruiser Bravo drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Mercury \/ Quicksilver replacement seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12708\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComponent type: \u003cstrong\u003eupper driveshaft housing seal\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Bravo sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable rubber construction for marine drive service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace when service requires removal of the upper driveshaft housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGTIN \/ UPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 745061108356\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximate shipping weight: \u003cstrong\u003e0.02 lb\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrive Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for use on \u003cstrong\u003eall MerCruiser Bravo sterndrives\u003c\/strong\u003e, including Bravo I, Bravo II, Bravo III, Bravo X, Bravo XR, and related high-performance Bravo drive assemblies when confirmed by parts diagram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBravo drive parts can vary by drive model, transom assembly, production range, and schematic location. Always confirm \u003cstrong\u003e12708\u003c\/strong\u003e against your drive serial number, original seal, or Mercury parts diagram before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this seal whenever the upper driveshaft housing is removed for service, or if the existing seal is damaged, hardened, torn, leaking, distorted, or no longer sealing correctly. Replacing the seal during related service helps prevent repeat labour and reduces the chance of water intrusion or lubricant leakage after reassembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall according to the Mercury service manual for the specific Bravo drive model. Clean the sealing area, inspect mating surfaces for corrosion or damage, and confirm the seal is seated correctly before reassembling the upper driveshaft housing. Pressure or vacuum testing may be required after drive service to confirm the sealing system is sound.\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\u003eMercury \/ Quicksilver:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12708\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMercury prefix reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 710-12708\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelated aftermarket references:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra 18-1240, Mallory 9-78001, GLM 86720, SEI 95-121-06\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 seal, but it sits in an important Bravo drive service location. The smart move is replacing it whenever the upper driveshaft housing is apart, because reusing an old compressed seal can turn a simple service job into a leak-related comeback.\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":43563837325348,"sku":"12708","price":23.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/bb1b97c40fab132287d5e45cba49d6b092176437387cdd55f185990de6595a60_27ee927d-cdf4-4ef8-a304-bb47accd72c4.webp?v=1778113424","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/merc-7","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}