{"title":"MerCruiser 175–205 · GM 229 \/ 262 CID · V6 Sterndrive — 1983 \u0026 Up · Wet Joint · Closed Cooling · Exhaust System","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"model-catalog\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mercruiser-175205-gm-229-262-cid-v6-sterndrive-1983-up\"\u003eBack to MerCruiser 175–205 · GM 229 \/ 262 CID · V6 Sterndrive — 1983 \u0026amp; Up\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the application and restrictions below with your engine or drive before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto\"\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCatalog reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/27-8637251-closed-center-riser-elbow-gasket-for-mercruiser-v6-v8\"\u003e27-8637251 Closed Center-Riser Elbow Gasket for MerCruiser V6\/V8\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYear: 1983 \u0026amp; Up; Cooling: Closed Cooling; Joint: Wet Joint; Required configuration: Wet-joint exhaust; use the gasket specified for the installed cooling system.; 1983 - 0M SN's\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan class=\"catalog-reference\"\u003eCatalog parts list · Ref. 6\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"27-8637251-closed-center-riser-elbow-gasket-for-mercruiser-v6-v8","title":"27-8637251 Closed Center-Riser Elbow Gasket for MerCruiser V6\/V8","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"width:100%;max-width:960px;margin:0 auto;box-sizing:border-box;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:16px;line-height:1.75;color:#293a35;background:#ffffff;overflow-wrap:anywhere;\"\u003e\n  \u003csection style=\"padding:28px 24px;margin:0 0 40px;border-top:5px solid #234d40;background:#f5f3ec;box-sizing:border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;color:#456052;font-size:12px;line-height:1.6;font-weight:700;letter-spacing:1.4px;text-transform:uppercase;\"\u003eSERDAMARINE \/ MARINE EXHAUST PARTS\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;color:#203e32;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:clamp(25px,4vw,34px);font-weight:400;line-height:1.25;\"\u003eExhaust Manifold Elbow Riser Gasket — Closed Center-Riser Configuration\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis aftermarket exhaust manifold elbow\/riser gasket (referencing MerCruiser OEM 27-8637251) is designed for specified GM-built MerCruiser V6 and V8 engines, including rear transmission and inboard applications equipped with center-exit exhaust manifolds and the MerCruiser fresh-water \/ closed cooling system. It is a closed center-riser gasket for the exhaust manifold and elbow\/riser joint and must not be substituted for open or restricted water-passage gasket versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eConfiguration \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;text-align:left;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eExhaust Layout\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eCenter-exit exhaust manifold \/ center riser\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eWater-Passage Flow Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eClosed (distinct from open and restricted center-riser versions)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eCooling System Requirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eFresh-water cooling \/ MerCruiser closed cooling system\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eJoint Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eWet Joint on specified 1981 \u0026amp; up \/ 1983 to 0M serial number models; Dry Joint “Alternative” on specified 0M \u0026amp; up V6\/V8 small-block models\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eEngine Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis gasket applies to GM-built MerCruiser V6 and V8 engines—including rear transmission and inboard configurations—equipped with center-exit exhaust manifolds and the MerCruiser closed (fresh-water) cooling system. Match your engine family, cooling system, exhaust joint design, and serial-number range before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"list-style:none;margin:0;padding:0;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0;padding:17px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #dce3dc;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Model 175–205 (V6, GM 229 \/ 262 CID)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Years \/ Serial Numbers: 1983 through 0M serial numbers. Exhaust \u0026amp; Cooling Configuration: Center Riser, Closed \/ Fresh-Water Cooling, Wet Joint.\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;margin:6px 0 0;color:#59421f;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eFits when specified\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0;padding:17px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #dce3dc;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Model 200–320 (V8 Small Block, GM 305 \/ 350 \/ 377 CID)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Years \/ Serial Numbers: 1983 through 0M serial numbers. Exhaust \u0026amp; Cooling Configuration: Center Riser, Closed \/ Fresh-Water Cooling, Wet Joint.\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;margin:6px 0 0;color:#59421f;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eFits when specified\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0;padding:17px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #dce3dc;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser Model 330–370 (V8 Big Block, GM 454 \/ 502 CID)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Years: 1981 \u0026amp; up. Exhaust \u0026amp; Cooling Configuration: Center Riser, Closed \/ Fresh-Water Cooling, Wet Joint.\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;margin:6px 0 0;color:#59421f;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eFits when specified\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0;padding:17px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #dce3dc;\"\u003e\n        \u003cstrong\u003eMerCruiser GM V6 \/ V8 Small Block\u003c\/strong\u003e — Serial Numbers: 0M serial numbers \u0026amp; up. Exhaust \u0026amp; Cooling Configuration: Center Riser, Closed \/ Fresh-Water Cooling, Dry Joint “Alternative”.\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;margin:6px 0 0;color:#59421f;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eFits when specified\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eReference Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThe numbers below are provided for part identification and cross-reference only; they do not imply OEM manufacturer identity or unconditional interchangeability across different cooling configurations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ctable style=\"width:100%;table-layout:fixed;border-collapse:collapse;text-align:left;\"\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eMerCruiser Stern \/ Out Drive OEM References\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e27-8637251, 8637251, 27-863725, 863725, 27-860231, 860231, 27-41811, 41811, 87918, 87918A1\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eOMC OEM References\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e0502988, 0508715\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eAftermarket References\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003eSierra: 18-0672, 18-0672-9\u003cbr\u003eGLM: 30220\u003cbr\u003eMallory: 9-61422\u003cbr\u003eOther Reference Numbers: 8503-GB, MC-47-27-41811\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003cth scope=\"row\" style=\"width:36%;padding:13px 10px 13px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;text-align:left;font-size:14px;font-weight:700;color:#456052;\"\u003eDifferent Flow-Configuration References (Not Interchangeable)\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e27-860232 (Open center-riser gasket version)\u003cbr\u003e27-860233 (Restricted center-riser gasket version)\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:18px 0 0;padding:14px 16px;border-left:3px solid #8c622b;background:#faf5e9;color:#59421f;\"\u003eWater-passage identification note: Reference 27-860231 corresponds to this closed center-riser gasket, whereas 27-860232 is an open version and 27-860233 is a restricted version. Even when the physical mounting footprint is similar, different water-passage configurations are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eSupplied Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eExhaust manifold elbow\/riser gasket (closed center-riser configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eService \u0026amp; Installation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eGeneral service guidance only. Use the service manual for your exact engine and exhaust configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003col style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;list-style-type:decimal;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eEnsure the engine is shut off, completely cool, and secured against accidental starting before servicing any exhaust components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eSupport the exhaust elbow\/riser during removal and installation, and clean both the manifold and elbow\/riser mating surfaces without nicking or gouging the sealing planes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eCompare the replacement gasket directly against your closed-cooling joint layout and service manual diagram to confirm that the closed water-passage configuration matches the specific joint location being serviced.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eTighten fasteners according to the sequence and specifications in your engine service manual, then inspect the joint for exhaust or coolant leaks during initial operation; shut down immediately and inspect if any leakage or abnormal temperature occurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ol\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;padding:24px;border-top:1px solid #bdc9c0;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;background:#f5f3ec;box-sizing:border-box;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eThe Serdamarine Approach\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eExhaust parts need a configuration match. Serdamarine focuses on marine exhaust manifolds and their related service parts. Application details, connection requirements and public reference numbers are presented together to support part selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection style=\"margin:0 0 40px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 18px;padding:0 0 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #bdc9c0;color:#234d40;font-family:Georgia,Times,serif;font-size:25px;font-weight:400;line-height:1.35;\"\u003eQuestions Before Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;padding:18px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #dce3dc;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#234d40;font-size:17px;line-height:1.5;font-weight:700;\"\u003eHow does 27-860231 \/ 27-8637251 differ from 27-860232 and 27-860233?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eReference 27-860231 (listed along with 27-8637251) designates the closed center-riser gasket for fresh-water \/ closed cooling applications. Reference 27-860232 is the open water-passage version, and 27-860233 is the restricted water-passage version. Because they control water flow differently across the manifold-to-riser joint, these three versions are not interchangeable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv style=\"margin:0;padding:18px 0;border-bottom:1px solid #dce3dc;\"\u003e\n      \u003ch3 style=\"margin:0 0 10px;color:#234d40;font-size:17px;line-height:1.5;font-weight:700;\"\u003eDoes this gasket work with both Wet Joint and Dry Joint MerCruiser exhaust systems?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eIt applies to Wet Joint center-riser closed-cooling setups on Model 175–205 V6 (GM 229\/262 CID, 1983–0M serial numbers), Model 200–320 V8 Small Block (GM 305\/350\/377 CID, 1983–0M serial numbers), and Model 330–370 V8 Big Block (GM 454\/502 CID, 1981 \u0026amp; up). For 0M \u0026amp; up GM V6 and V8 Small Block engines, it is only applicable as the specified Dry Joint “Alternative” configuration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Serdamarine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45165060358195,"sku":"23GT297","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/2930\/4115\/files\/marine-exhaust-part-d1ee5ff275331f09.webp?v=1792733891"}],"url":"https:\/\/serdamarine.com\/collections\/mercruiser-175205-gm-229-262-cid-v6-sterndrive-1983-up-wet-joint-closed-cooling-exhaust-system.oembed","provider":"我的商店","version":"1.0","type":"link"}