Quicksilver aluminum anode for anti-ventilation plate is a sacrificial anode for the gearcase on compatible Mercury and Mercury Racing outboards. The part has Mercury/Quicksilver part number 97-8M0137814 and core part number 8M0137814.
The anode protects submerged aluminum and stainless steel components against galvanic corrosion. The aluminum material is specified for use in both freshwater and saltwater.
Compatibility includes select Mercury FourStroke outboards from 175-300 hp with 3.4-liter V6 and 4.6-liter V8 engines, including relevant Pro XS, SeaPro, and Verado variants, generally from serial number 2B529482. It also fits Mercury 5.7-liter V10 Verado 350 and 400 hp engines from serial number 3B266064.
Documented Mercury Racing compatibility includes the 450R as well as the 250R and 300R with 4.6-liter V8 from serial number 1E080500, 400R with 5.7-liter V10 from serial number 3B272954, and 500R with 4.6-liter V8 from serial number 1E099432.
The anode is mounted on the gearcase anti-ventilation plate. It measures 5.5 in in length and 5 in in width, while the mounting hole has a diameter of 0.5 in. Engine, serial number, and gearcase compatibility must always be checked before ordering.
Key featuresQuicksilver aluminum sacrificial anode
Part number: 97-8M0137814
Core part number: 8M0137814
Mounting on gearcase anti-ventilation plate
For compatible Mercury and Mercury Racing outboards
Suitable for freshwater and saltwater
Length: 5.5 in
Width: 5 in
Always check serial number and gearcase before purchase
