{"product_id":"quicksilver-8m6012797-water-pump-kit-yamaha-60-70hp","title":"Quicksilver 8M6012797 Water Pump Kit - Yamaha 60-70hp","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Quicksilver \u003cstrong\u003e8M6012797\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete water pump replacement kit for compatible Yamaha 60–70hp outboard engines. It contains everything needed for a full water pump service, including the housing, and is designed to restore the outboard's cooling system to peak performance. This kit replaces Yamaha OEM \u003cstrong\u003e6H3-W0078-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e and cross-references Sierra \u003cstrong\u003e18-3466\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater pump housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater pump gaskets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting bolts and washers (stainless steel)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpeller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsert cup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpeller key\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eO-ring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuicksilver part number: \u003cstrong\u003e8M6012797\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComplete water pump kit – includes housing (not impeller-only)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium rubber impeller material for longevity and performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel hardware for superior corrosion resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufactured to rigorous quality standards for exact fit and long service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces Yamaha OEM: \u003cstrong\u003e6H3-W0078-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Sierra: \u003cstrong\u003e18-3466\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirmed Yamaha outboard applications:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha \u003cstrong\u003eC60, E60, 70\u003c\/strong\u003e (1992–1996)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha \u003cstrong\u003eT50, T60\u003c\/strong\u003e (1997 \u0026amp; newer)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha \u003cstrong\u003e60, C60, P60, 70, C70\u003c\/strong\u003e (1997–2003)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm the engine model and year before ordering. Yamaha 60–70hp outboards span multiple generations with different pump configurations. Match the original pump number \u003cstrong\u003e6H3-W0078-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e or cross-reference \u003cstrong\u003eSierra 18-3466\u003c\/strong\u003e to verify fitment. If only the impeller needs replacement (housing still serviceable), consider the companion \u003ca href=\"\/products\/quicksilver-8m6012798-impeller-repair-kit-yamaha-60-70hp\"\u003eQuicksilver 8M6012798 Impeller Repair Kit\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace the complete water pump kit when:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling-water discharge from the tell-tale becomes weak or stops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe engine overheats or runs hotter than normal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe impeller blades are cracked, torn, hardened or missing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pump housing is worn, scored or cracked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe pump has operated without water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnnual or seasonal outboard service is due\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlush and cool the engine before service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect the battery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the lower unit according to the Yamaha service procedure for the engine model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the driveshaft, gearcase and all mating surfaces before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecover any missing impeller fragments from the cooling passages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLubricate the impeller with glycerine or a suitable water-based lubricant before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the new housing, wear plate, gaskets and hardware as specified.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinstall the lower unit and verify strong tell-tale water flow immediately after startup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate \/ Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuicksilver: \u003cstrong\u003e8M6012797\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYamaha OEM: \u003cstrong\u003e6H3-W0078-02-00\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSierra: \u003cstrong\u003e18-3466\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible \u0026amp; Related Parts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/quicksilver-8m6012798-impeller-repair-kit-yamaha-60-70hp\"\u003eQuicksilver 8M6012798 Impeller Repair Kit – Yamaha 60–70hp\u003c\/a\u003e – impeller-only service kit for same engine (use when housing is still serviceable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yamaha-water-pump-repair-kit-682-w0078-a3-00\"\u003eYamaha Water Pump Repair Kit 682-W0078-A3-00\u003c\/a\u003e – OEM Yamaha water pump repair kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/yamaha-thermostat-6h3-12411-20-00-special-order\"\u003eYamaha Thermostat 6H3-12411-20-00\u003c\/a\u003e – thermostat for compatible Yamaha 60–70hp engines (service together with pump)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/sierra-18-3069-yamaha-mercury-mariner-impeller\"\u003eSierra 18-3069 Yamaha \/ Mercury \/ Mariner Impeller\u003c\/a\u003e – related Sierra impeller for Yamaha applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003ecomplete kit including the housing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the right choice when the pump housing is worn, scored or cracked, or when doing a full lower-unit service. If the housing is still in good condition, the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/quicksilver-8m6012798-impeller-repair-kit-yamaha-60-70hp\"\u003eQuicksilver 8M6012798 impeller-only kit\u003c\/a\u003e is the more economical option. Always replace the thermostat at the same time as the water pump on these Yamaha engines to avoid a repeat job.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LNS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51156135772196,"sku":"710-46-8M6012797","price":58.28,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/710-46-8M6012797.jpg?v=1784926758","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/quicksilver-8m6012797-water-pump-kit-yamaha-60-70hp","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}