{"product_id":"quicksilver-water-pump-repair-kit-for-mercury-mariner-outboards-mercruiser-stern-drives-96148q8-impeller-housing-seals","title":"Quicksilver Water Pump Repair Kit for Mercury\/Mariner Outboards \u0026 MerCruiser Stern Drives — 96148Q8, Impeller, Housing \u0026 Seals","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Quicksilver 96148Q8 water pump repair kit replaces the impeller, housing and seals for specified Mercury\/Mariner outboards and MerCruiser stern drives to restore cooling flow and protect your engine.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive repair kit contains the components needed to rebuild the water pump on a range of Mercury and Mariner carbureted 2-stroke engines and compatible MerCruiser I, R, MR and Alpha One drives (see serial ranges). Quicksilver engineered these parts to meet OEM fit and durability expectations so you can return cooling performance without guessing which aftermarket pieces will work. Always confirm your serial number and follow your service manual for installation and maintenance intervals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich engines and drives does this kit fit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 96148Q8 kit covers multiple Mercury and Mariner 2-stroke carbureted 4- and 6-cylinder outboards as well as certain MerCruiser I\/R\/MR and Alpha One stern drives within specified serial number ranges. It does not fit Alpha One Gen II (1991 and newer) or Bravo sterndrives, so checking serial numbers is essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits 65–150hp 4- \u0026amp; 6-cylinder models in S\/N 1503959–4865677 and 75–115hp S\/N 4831999–0A996141\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits 135–225hp V6 EFI\/DFI models S\/N 4868998–0G386495\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits MerCruiser I, R, MR, Alpha One drives S\/N 2495186–0D469858\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot compatible with Alpha One Gen II (1991+) or Bravo sterndrives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat parts are included and why they matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit supplies the principal wear items for a full water pump rebuild so you don’t need to source individual parts. Replacing the impeller and seals together helps restore proper water flow and prevent leakage that can overheat or damage components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePump housing assembly and impeller for restored displacement and flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGaskets, O-rings and water tube guide sleeve to ensure leak-free sealing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFace plates and key to maintain correct impeller timing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGear lube fill and vent screw O-rings for a complete service solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this kit improve engine cooling and reliability?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorn impellers and degraded seals reduce coolant delivery; swapping them with OEM-spec Quicksilver parts returns designed flow rates and pressure. That helps the engine run at correct temperatures and reduces risk of heat-related wear or component failure when used as part of scheduled maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplaces worn pump components to restore rated cooling capacity\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-quality materials resist fast deterioration in marine environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProper sealing prevents water intrusion and preserves gearcase lubrication\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOEM fit reduces installation time and alignment issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I replace the water pump components?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspect and replace the impeller and seals according to your owner’s recommended intervals or at the first sign of reduced water flow, overheating, or visible impeller wear. Many owners replace the kit annually or every 100 operating hours, but your service manual gives the precise schedule for your model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFollow the owner’s manual replacement schedule for your model\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReplace if you detect lower water discharge or overheating\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerform a visual impeller check during winterization or spring commissioning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse during routine lower unit service to avoid repeated disassembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: Boaters and technicians who own compatible Mercury\/Mariner outboards or MerCruiser I\/R\/MR\/Alpha One stern drives and need a reliable, OEM-grade water pump rebuild kit. This product is aimed at those who prefer Quicksilver-original components to maintain factory fit, cooling performance and long-term durability. Confirm your serial number, follow the service manual for installation, and use this kit as part of scheduled maintenance to keep your engine running cooler and more reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will this kit fit my Mercury outboard?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Check your engine serial number against the kit’s supported ranges; it fits many 65–225hp 2-stroke Mercury\/Mariner engines listed in the product details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does the kit include the impeller and seals?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the kit contains the impeller, housing assembly, gaskets, O-rings, face plates, key and related seals for a full pump rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Quicksilver","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48079804072094,"sku":"B0006JJ5HO","price":100.23,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/quicksilver-front-packaging-96148q8.jpg?v=1785771108","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/quicksilver-water-pump-repair-kit-for-mercury-mariner-outboards-mercruiser-stern-drives-96148q8-impeller-housing-seals","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}