Mercury MerCruiser Bearing 35246 | Genuine OEM Old Stock (NLA)

Mercury MerCruiser Bearing — Part No. 35246 | Genuine OEM Old Stock

This is a genuine Mercury Marine OEM bearing, part number 35246, available from old stock. This part has been discontinued by the manufacturer (NLA — No Longer Available through current Mercury distribution), and our remaining inventory represents one of the last sources for a factory-original replacement. Once this stock is gone, a genuine OEM replacement will not be available through standard channels.

If your engine or drive diagram calls for 35246 and you need an exact OEM-specification bearing, this is the correct part. Do not delay if you need it — old stock quantities are limited.

Part Details

• Part Number: 35246
• Status: NLA — No Longer Available from current Mercury distribution; genuine OEM old stock only
• Type: Bearing — Mercury Marine OEM specification
• Condition: New, genuine OEM — not aftermarket, not remanufactured
• Approximate Weight: 0.7 kg

Compatible Applications

• Use where the Mercury, MerCruiser, or Quicksilver parts diagram specifically calls for part number 35246
• Confirm fitment by engine or drive model, serial number, and current Mercury parts diagram before ordering

Because this part is NLA, fitment confirmation by serial number and diagram is especially important — aftermarket alternatives may exist for some applications, but this listing is for the genuine OEM part only.

Alternate & Superseded Part Numbers

• 35246 — Mercury/MerCruiser OEM part number (NLA)

No current Mercury superseding part number has been confirmed for this bearing. If an aftermarket interchange exists for your application, verify dimensions and specifications carefully before substituting.

Related Parts

• Gimbal Bearing MerCruiser / Volvo Penta 47-21001
• Mercury MerCruiser Gimbal Housing Bushing Kit 805041A2
• Mercury MerCruiser Bellows Assembly 36222A2 (NLA)

When to Replace

Replace this bearing when it shows signs of wear, roughness, noise, play, corrosion, or pitting, or whenever the assembly it supports is disassembled for service. In marine drive applications, bearing condition directly affects propshaft alignment, drive smoothness, and long-term component life. A worn or damaged bearing should never be reinstalled.

Installation Tips

• Confirm the bearing part number and dimensions against the Mercury parts diagram for the specific drive serial number before installation
• Inspect the bearing housing and mating surfaces for corrosion, scoring, or damage before fitting the new bearing
• Use the correct bearing installation tools — do not drive bearings in with improvised tools that can damage the race or housing
• Follow the Mercury service manual torque specifications and assembly sequence for the specific drive
• Check for smooth, quiet rotation after installation before closing the assembly

Technical FAQ

Q: What does NLA mean?
A: NLA stands for “No Longer Available” — meaning Mercury Marine has discontinued this part and it is no longer available through current dealer distribution. Our listing represents genuine OEM old stock. Once sold, a factory-original replacement will not be available through standard channels.

Q: Is this an aftermarket or remanufactured bearing?
A: No. This is a genuine Mercury Marine OEM bearing — new, original factory stock. It is not aftermarket, not remanufactured, and not a substitute. The SEO description on some older listings incorrectly used the word “aftermarket” — this listing has been corrected.

Q: Should I buy now or wait?
A: If your drive diagram calls for 35246 and you have a current or upcoming service need, ordering now is the right call. NLA old stock is finite — once it’s gone, a genuine OEM replacement will not be available.

Parts Desk Insights

Best use case: This bearing is the right call for any technician or owner doing a drive rebuild or bearing service on an application where the Mercury diagram specifically calls for 35246 and an exact OEM-specification replacement is required. At $239.97, it reflects the scarcity of genuine NLA old stock — not a premium over a current-production part. If the job calls for this bearing and OEM specification matters, this is the only source for a factory-original part.

Common issues: The most frequent problem with NLA parts is customers waiting too long and finding the stock gone when they finally need it. If the bearing is on your service list, order it now. The second common issue is confusing “old stock OEM” with “aftermarket” — this is a genuine factory part, not a substitute. Aftermarket alternatives may exist for some applications, but they are not the same as the original Mercury OEM bearing.