{"product_id":"volvo-879","title":"Volvo Penta Gimbal Bearing Seal 3883257","description":"\u003cp\u003eVolvo Penta 3883257 is a genuine OEM seal used in the transom shield \/ sterndrive assembly. Current references identify it as a \u003cstrong\u003eseal\u003c\/strong\u003e for the \u003cstrong\u003etransom shield\u003c\/strong\u003e, and multiple current application references describe it more specifically as the \u003cstrong\u003egimbal bearing \/ drive shaft seal\u003c\/strong\u003e fitted in front of the gimbal bearing in the transom assembly. Current references also show Volvo Penta 3883257 as the active part number in this seal application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Volvo Penta OEM part number \u003cstrong\u003e3883257\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentified in current sources as a \u003cstrong\u003etransom shield seal\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003egimbal bearing seal\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent replacement-market references describe it as fitted \u003cstrong\u003ein front of the gimbal bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e in the transom assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividual service seal used in sterndrive transom hardware rather than a general engine-side gasket.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrent references point to \u003cstrong\u003edrive compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than engine-only fitment. Reviewed sources associate Volvo Penta 3883257 with \u003cstrong\u003eSX-A, DPS-A, TSK, SX, DPS, and FWD\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrive \/ transom applications. Fitment should be confirmed by exact drive model and serial number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTransom and gimbal-bearing seals can vary by sterndrive generation and transom-shield design. Confirm Volvo Penta 3883257 by drive serial number and by matching the original seal location in the correct transom assembly before ordering. Volvo Penta's official parts shop continues to list \u003cstrong\u003e3883257\u003c\/strong\u003e as an active genuine seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplace this seal when the transom assembly is apart for gimbal bearing service, when the original seal is damaged, hardened, leaking, or disturbed during disassembly, or when there are signs of water intrusion or sealing failure around the gimbal-bearing area. Because it sits at the front of the gimbal-bearing location, it is a smart service item during transom-shield and bearing work. This replacement guidance is supported by current references identifying it as the gimbal-bearing \/ drive shaft seal in that assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstall only after confirming the exact sterndrive application and inspecting the gimbal bearing and surrounding transom components. Since current references place 3883257 directly in front of the gimbal bearing, it is best replaced with careful attention to sealing surface condition and proper transom-assembly fitment. Match the new seal directly to the removed part before final assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrent reviewed sources identify \u003cstrong\u003e3883257\u003c\/strong\u003e as the active Volvo Penta number for this seal. No confirmed OEM superseded Volvo Penta number is clearly shown in the reviewed references.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor transom seals like 3883257, the best buying checkpoint is the \u003cstrong\u003eexact transom-shield \/ gimbal-bearing location\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the word “seal” alone. Current references point clearly to sterndrive transom use on SX-A \/ DPS-A \/ TSK-family applications, so serial-number confirmation is the cleanest way to avoid ordering the wrong seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping: Ships same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564036882468,"sku":"3883257","price":22.8,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/aee37376-14ff-423d-ae4e-4c8c0146b8e5.png?v=1776049119","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/volvo-879","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}