Bellows Expander Tool 91-45497A1 for MerCruiser Alpha One Gen 2 Bravo
Bellows Expander Tool 91-45497A1 for MerCruiser Alpha One Gen 2 Bravo
Product Overview
Bellows expander tool, an installation part for Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives, supplied as 1 x tool. It replaces 91-45497A1 and 91-8M0096108, plus Sierra 18-9847. The tool holds the bellows open while it is slipped over the gimbal housing flange, which is the step that usually costs a knuckle and half an hour on a bellows job. Fitment covers Alpha One and Alpha One Gen 2 from 1998, Bravo One, Two and Three 1996-2013, and the Integrated and Hi Performance transom assemblies 1998-2009.
Specifications & Attributes
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Type | Bellows Expander Tool |
| Engine / Drive | Mercury MerCruiser Alpha One, Gen 2, Bravo One / Two / Three |
| Years | Alpha 1998+, Bravo 1996-2013 |
| Quantity | 1 tool |
| Packaging Size | 36.5 x 11.5 x 5 cm (14.4 x 4.5 x 2.0 in) |
OEM Cross Reference
| Brand | OEM Part Numbers |
|---|---|
| MerCruiser | 91-45497A1, 91-8M0096108 |
| Sierra | 18-9847 |
| GLM | 90360 |
Compatible Engines
| Drive / Transom | Years |
|---|---|
| Alpha One, Alpha One Gen 2 | 1998 and newer |
| Bravo One, Two, Three | 1996-2013 |
| Integrated Transom | 1998-2009 |
| Hi Performance Transom | 1998-2009 |
What's Included
| Component | Qty |
|---|---|
| Bellows Expander Tool | 1 |
Condition & Warranty
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Condition | New / New with tags |
| Warranty | Standard |
| Packaging | Sealed retail packaging |
Before You Buy
- Confirm your drive and transom assembly are in the years listed
- Check the bellows part number before starting the job
- Lubricate the bellows lip before expanding it
- Seat the bellows evenly on the flange before releasing the tool
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