{"product_id":"propeller-shaft-oil-seal-fits-mercury-marine-30-150-hp-outboards-replaces-26-70081-8m0205729","title":"Propeller Shaft Oil Seal – Fits Mercury Marine 30-150 HP Outboards (Replaces 26-70081, 8M0205729)","description":"\u003ch2\u003ePropeller Shaft Oil Seal – Fits Mercury Marine 30-150 HP Outboards (Replaces 26-70081, 8M0205729)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis propeller shaft oil seal is designed for a precise fit on a wide range of Mercury Marine and Honda Marine outboard engines. It serves as a crucial component for maintaining the integrity of the gear housing by preventing oil leaks and water intrusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis component is a direct replacement for Mercury Marine part numbers \u003cstrong\u003e26-70081\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e8M0205729\u003c\/strong\u003e, Sierra 18-2053, Honda 91255-ZW1-003, GLM 85530, Mallory 9-76115\/9-76116, and Force 26-70081.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seals the propeller shaft at the gear housing to prevent lubricant leakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Installs externally into the gear housing via a press-fit connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from a durable rubber compound with a metal case for structural integrity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Number Cross-Reference\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this table to confirm equivalent part numbers across OEM and aftermarket brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eSuperseded By\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury Marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eHonda Marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e91255-ZW1-003\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eSierra\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e18-2053\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eGLM\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e85530\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMallory\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e9-76115 \/ 9-76116\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eForce\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Engine Models\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm your engine model\/year in the table below. For Mercury owners, here’s a guide to help you identify your engine’s serial\/model: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlmmarine.com\/blogs\/serial-number-guide\/mercury-outboard-serial-number-guide\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMercury Serial Number Guide\u003c\/a\u003e. You can also review exploded diagrams to verify part numbers: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/jlmmarine.com\/blogs\/diagrams\/mercury-parts-catalog\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMercury Parts Diagrams \u0026amp; Catalog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor Honda applications, confirm your engine model\/year in the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMercury\/Force Marine Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eRated HP\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eOEM Part No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e30 HP Carb 3 CYL\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e30\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e40 HP (Carb\/EFI)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e40\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes 3 \u0026amp; 4 CYL variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e45 HP BODENSEE\/JET\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e45\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e50 HP (3 \u0026amp; 4 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e50\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes BIGFOOT models\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e55 HP (3 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e55\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e60 HP (3 \u0026amp; 4 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e60\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes BIGFOOT models\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e65 JET\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e65\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e70 HP (3 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e70\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e75 HP (3 \u0026amp; 4 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e75\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes 1.5L models\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e80 HP (3 \u0026amp; 4 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes 800 and JET models\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e90 HP (3 \u0026amp; 6 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e90\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes Carb \u0026amp; EFI\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e100 HP (4 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e100\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes EFI models\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e115 HP (4 \u0026amp; 6 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e115\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke \u0026amp; 4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes EFI models\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e120 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e120\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1995-1997\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e125 HP (4 CYL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e125\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eV-150 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e150\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-2005\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\/8M0205729\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eIncludes Magnum, Marathon, XR-2 variants\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eForce\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e50-150 HP Models\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e50-150\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e2-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1978-1999\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e26-70081\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHonda Marine Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctable\u003e\n        \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eRated HP\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n                \u003cth\u003eOEM Part No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/thead\u003e\n        \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eHonda\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eBF75\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e75\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1994-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e91255-ZW1-003\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eHonda\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003eBF90\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e90\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e1994-2018\u003c\/td\u003e\n                \u003ctd\u003e91255-ZW1-003\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003ePropeller Shaft Oil Seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Location\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eExternal, gear housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003ePress-fit\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eRubber with metal case\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eOD: 45.0 mm (1.754\"), ID: 30.0 mm (1.185\"), Width: 9.1 mm (0.360\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\t\t\u003ctr\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Technical Attributes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003ctd\u003eSpring-loaded lip seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Propeller Shaft Oil Seal (\u003cspan style=\"color:red;\"\u003eReplaces 26-70081 \/ 8M0205729\u003c\/span\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrain Gear Lube:\u003c\/strong\u003e Position a drain pan under the lower unit and remove the upper and lower gear lube drain screws to drain the oil completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove Propeller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove the cotter pin, propeller nut, and any washers to slide the propeller off the shaft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccess Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Depending on your model, you may need to remove the bearing carrier housing to access the old seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRemove Old Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carefully pry the old oil seal out of its seat using a seal puller or flat-head screwdriver. Be careful not to score or damage the housing surface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean Housing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thoroughly clean the seal seating area in the gear housing to remove any old sealant, corrosion, or debris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstall New Seal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly coat the outer metal surface of the new seal with marine grease. Using a socket or seal driver that matches the seal's outer diameter, gently and evenly press the new seal into place until it is fully seated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReassemble:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reinstall the bearing carrier, propeller, and associated hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRefill Gearcase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fill the lower unit with fresh marine gear lubricant according to your engine's service manual. Install new gaskets on the drain screws and tighten securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How can I be sure this oil seal will fit my specific outboard model?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The best way is to match your engine's OEM part number to the ones listed in our cross-reference table. You can also review the detailed compatible engine models table. For Mercury owners, we provide a link to a serial number guide to help you identify your engine precisely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e A customer review mentioned a size issue with a 2000 Mercury XR6 150 HP. Is this a common problem?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e We have verified the dimensions (OD: 45.0mm, ID: 30.0mm, Width: 9.1mm) across multiple sources to ensure accuracy. The issue reported appears to be an isolated case, as this seal fits a wide range of V-150 series engines from 1978-2005. Always double-check your old part's dimensions before ordering. Our parts are manufactured to strict tolerances, but variations in older engine castings can sometimes occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What are the common signs of a failing propeller shaft seal?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common symptoms are visible gear lube leaking from around the propeller shaft area or discovering a milky, gray color in your gear lube when you drain it, which indicates water intrusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How often should this seal be replaced?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is recommended to inspect your propeller shaft seals during every routine lower unit service (typically annually or every 100 hours). Replace them immediately if you notice any signs of leaking or damage. Many technicians replace them as a preventative measure whenever the gearcase is disassembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM vs. Aftermarket?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is an aftermarket replacement part (not an OEM component). We build to OEM specifications using comparable-grade materials. Production is done in an ISO9002-certified facility, and each batch is inspected for consistent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e How fast do you ship and how much does it cost?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e We offer fast global shipping—typically 5–15 days worldwide—and standard shipping is free. Expedited options are available at checkout depending on your location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is your warranty and return policy?\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product includes a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. If something goes wrong, contact our support team with your order details. Returns are accepted within our standard return window (unused \u0026amp; in original condition); please see our policy page or reach out for instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVerify that the product images and specifications match your original part. 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