Mercury — MerCruiser Bravo Zinc Anode Assembly — 806188A1
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Mercury MerCruiser 806188A1 Zinc Anode Assembly
This sacrificial zinc anode assembly helps protect compatible Bravo-family sterndrives and transom components from galvanic corrosion. The catalog identifies 806188Q01 as the functional replacement for 806188A1; confirm the current part number against your drive or transom serial number before ordering.
Compatible Applications
- Select MerCruiser Bravo sterndrives and related transom applications
- Bravo Two, Bravo Three, Bravo X, Bravo XR, and Bravo XZ applications are identified in the current product record; verify the exact configuration by serial number
Part Details
- Brand: Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver
- Original part number: 806188A1
- Functional replacement: 806188Q01
- Product type: Zinc anode assembly
- System: Bravo-family sterndrive and transom corrosion protection
Fitment Notice
Confirm the MerCruiser drive or transom serial number and matching parts diagram before ordering. Fitment for Alpha One Gen I is not confirmed for 806188A1.
When to Replace
Inspect the anode regularly and replace it if heavily consumed, pitted, cracked, loose, or significantly reduced in size.
Installation Notes
Install on clean bare-metal contact surfaces and do not paint the anode. Confirm the replacement part number and application by serial-number lookup before installation.
Technical FAQ
What replaces 806188A1? The current product record identifies 806188Q01 as its functional replacement. Verify the number against the drive or transom serial number.
Is Alpha One Gen I fitment confirmed? No. Confirm the exact application in the serial-specific parts diagram.
Related Bravo Anodes
These listings cover other Bravo anode positions or kits; they are not confirmed direct replacements for 806188A1 or 806188Q01. Verify drive model, serial number, and mounting position before selecting:
- Bravo II Zinc Sterndrive Anode CMT-806188Z
- Bravo II and III Zinc Anode Kit B23KZ
- Mercury Bravo Trim Cylinder Anode 8M011349, for a different mounting position
- Bravo I Zinc Anode Kit B1KZ (draft listing; may not be available to shoppers)
Parts Desk Insights
Best use: Replacing the zinc anode assembly when the serial-specific Bravo or transom diagram calls for 806188A1 or its replacement.
Common mistake to avoid: Assuming the same anode fits every Bravo or Alpha One drive, or treating a related anode kit as a direct replacement for this assembly.
Sizing and fitment: No dimensions are specified here. Match the drive or transom serial number, diagram, and mounting position before ordering.
Shipping information
In-stock and OEM parts: ship same or next business day.
Locally warehoused items: ship within 1-3 business days.
Special-order items: timeline confirmed after order.
Returns & warranty
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