{"product_id":"volvo-penta-bearing-3888555","title":"Volvo Penta Gimbal Bearing 3888555","description":"\u003cp\u003eVolvo Penta 3888555 is a genuine OEM gimbal bearing used in the transom shield \/ gimbal-bearing assembly on Volvo Penta sterndrive applications. Current references identify this part specifically as a \u003cstrong\u003etransom shield gimbal bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e, and current reviewed sources consistently describe it as a \u003cstrong\u003enon-greasable\u003c\/strong\u003e bearing. Current references also show Volvo Penta 3888555 as the active part number replacing earlier number \u003cstrong\u003e3883629\u003c\/strong\u003e.\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\u003e3888555\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdentified as a \u003cstrong\u003etransom shield gimbal bearing\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent reviewed sources describe it as \u003cstrong\u003enon-greasable\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurrent references show \u003cstrong\u003e3888555\u003c\/strong\u003e superseding earlier part number \u003cstrong\u003e3883629\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrent references tie Volvo Penta 3888555 to sterndrive compatibility rather than a single engine family. The clearest confirmed fitment in reviewed sources is \u003cstrong\u003eSX-A, TSK-A, and TSK-B\u003c\/strong\u003e model sterndrives. Additional current market references also associate this bearing with broader \u003cstrong\u003eSX \/ DP \/ DPS\u003c\/strong\u003e sterndrive application families, but the most conservative confirmed fitment remains the transom-shield gimbal-bearing use on SX-A and TSK-series drives. Confirm fitment by exact drive model and serial number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGimbal bearings can vary by sterndrive generation and transom-shield design. Confirm Volvo Penta 3888555 by drive serial number and by matching the original transom-shield bearing arrangement before ordering. Volvo Penta's current parts shop continues to list \u003cstrong\u003e3888555\u003c\/strong\u003e as an active genuine bearing part number.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplace this bearing when there is driveline rumble, roughness while rotating, looseness, corrosion, water intrusion, or visible wear during bellows or transom-shield service. Because this part supports the drive input shaft through the transom assembly, a worn gimbal bearing can affect alignment, smooth operation, and long-term driveline life. This replacement guidance is consistent with the part's confirmed role as the transom shield gimbal bearing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInstall only after confirming the exact sterndrive application and inspecting the surrounding bellows and transom-shield components. Since current reviewed sources identify 3888555 as a \u003cstrong\u003enon-greasable\u003c\/strong\u003e gimbal bearing, correct installation and sealing are especially important for long service life. It is also good practice to inspect adjacent drive-alignment and bellows components while the bearing is accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlternate\/Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCurrent reviewed references show Volvo Penta \u003cstrong\u003e3888555\u003c\/strong\u003e as the active OEM number, superseding \u003cstrong\u003e3883629\u003c\/strong\u003e. Some current aftermarket references also list equivalent replacement numbers in the same application family, but current confirmed Volvo Penta ordering number is \u003cstrong\u003e3888555\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor gimbal bearings, the best buying checkpoint is the \u003cstrong\u003eexact sterndrive \/ transom-shield application\u003c\/strong\u003e, not the word “bearing” alone. Current references point clearly to 3888555 as the non-greasable transom-shield gimbal bearing for SX-A and related TSK applications, so matching by drive serial number is the cleanest way to avoid ordering the wrong bearing.\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":43564037505060,"sku":"3888555","price":221.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/s-l1600_7ae5c29b-f7a4-443e-b9b0-216f94ccd3d7.jpg?v=1772825777","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/volvo-penta-bearing-3888555","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}