{"product_id":"volvo-penta-pivot-housing-mounting-gasket-3889788","title":"Volvo Penta Pivot Housing Mounting Gasket – 3889788","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVolvo Penta Pivot Housing Mounting Gasket – Part Number 3889788\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volvo Penta (Genuine OEM)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3889788\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Product Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounting Gasket\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupersedes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3883572\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplaced By:\u003c\/strong\u003e No replacement listed — 3889788 is the current active part number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine Volvo Penta OEM pivot housing mounting gasket used at the mating surface between the drive-side pivot housing and the transom assembly on select Volvo Penta sterndrive models. It seals the drive-to-transom interface and should be replaced any time the drive or pivot housing connection is opened for service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterndrive \/ Transom Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flat mounting gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication point:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pivot housing to transom shield mating surface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eExact dimensions not published in current catalog. Confirm against your specific drive model, serial number, and parts diagram before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment must be confirmed by drive model, serial number, and the correct Volvo Penta parts diagram. Commonly referenced applications include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSX-A, SX-B, SX-D (where specified by parts diagram)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDPS-A, DPS-B, DPS-B1, DPS-D, DPS-D1 (where specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFWD-B1, FWD-B2, FWD-D1, FWD-D2 (where specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDPH \/ DP-H (where specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDPR (where specified)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volvo Penta uses different gaskets, seals, and mounting hardware across SX, DPS, FWD, DPH, and DPR drive families. Drive family alone is not sufficient to confirm fitment — always verify by drive model, serial number, and the exact parts diagram position before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAlternate \u0026amp; Cross-Reference Part Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3889788 — Volvo Penta OEM (this part, active number)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3883572 — Superseded Volvo Penta reference; verify by serial number and diagram before substituting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Replace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace this gasket any time the pivot housing or drive mating surface is separated during service. The gasket should not be reused — it compresses under torque and a disturbed gasket may not reseal reliably. Also replace if the existing gasket is compressed, torn, swollen, hardened, or leaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean both mating surfaces thoroughly before installing the new gasket — remove all old gasket material, salt buildup, corrosion residue, and debris without gouging the sealing faces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the pivot housing, transom shield, bolt holes, bellows area, and surrounding hardware for damage before reassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not reuse the old gasket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTighten mounting hardware to the Volvo Penta service manual specification for the specific drive and transom assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eService Interval\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReplace whenever the pivot housing or drive connection is opened — during drive removal, bellows service, gimbal service, pivot housing inspection, or transom shield service. This gasket is a one-time-use sealing component and should be included in any sterndrive service kit for these drive families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I reuse the old gasket if it looks undamaged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo. This is a compression gasket that deforms under torque. Once disturbed, it may not reseal reliably. Always install a new gasket when the joint is opened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this gasket fit all SX drives?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt covers a range of SX, DPS, FWD, DPH, and DPR applications, but fitment is not universal across all variants. Always confirm by drive model, serial number, and the parts diagram for your specific drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this the same as 3883572?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — 3883572 is the superseded part number. 3889788 is the current active Volvo Penta part number for this application. Verify the supersession against your specific drive serial number before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is one of the most cost-effective parts in a sterndrive service — it costs a fraction of the labour involved in pulling and reinstalling a Volvo Penta drive. We see repeat service calls where a drive was reinstalled without replacing this gasket, and the result is a slow water intrusion at the transom connection that’s easy to miss until it causes real damage. If the drive is already off for bellows, gimbal, or pivot housing work, there’s no good reason not to replace this gasket at the same time. Keep one on hand if you do your own sterndrive service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VOL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43564038225956,"sku":"3889788","price":8.7,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/2fafe1b8-42b8-4da2-80fb-3609f477748c.png?v=1781113853","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/volvo-penta-pivot-housing-mounting-gasket-3889788","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}