32-44348T Wet-Joint Exhaust Hose Bellows Kit for MerCruiser 3.0L 3.0LX
32-44348T Wet-Joint Exhaust Hose Bellows Kit for MerCruiser 3.0L 3.0LX is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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32-44348T Wet-Joint Exhaust Hose Bellows Kit for MerCruiser 3.0L 3.0LX
32-44348T Wet-Joint Exhaust Hose Bellows Kit for MerCruiser 3.0L 3.0LX is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
SERDAMARINE / MARINE EXHAUST PARTS
Wet-Joint Manifold Exhaust Hose Bellows Kit for 1982–1995 MerCruiser 3.0L & 3.0LX
This wet-joint manifold exhaust repair kit services 1982–1995 MerCruiser 3.0L and 3.0LX inline 4-cylinder (GM 181 CID) old-style sterndrive applications. It combines component references including the 4-inch inside-diameter exhaust boot (32-44348T) and associated gaskets and hardware (27-96429, 27-99777, 27-92720, 27-807982, 806608A1) for matching wet-joint exhaust repairs.
Configuration & Specifications
| Exhaust Joint Configuration | Wet-Joint |
|---|---|
| Drive Style | Old Style Stern Drive |
| Engine Block / Cylinders | GM 181 CID, Inline 4-Cylinder |
| Exhaust Boot Specification (Ref. 32-44348T) | 4-inch inside-diameter version |
Engine Applications
Designed for the MerCruiser inline 4-cylinder sterndrive applications listed below. Before selecting this kit, check your engine identification and year, confirm the old-style wet-joint exhaust arrangement, confirm the 4-inch inside-diameter exhaust boot (reference 32-44348T), and verify the cooling arrangement and gasket pattern for gasket reference 27-92720 rather than selecting by engine displacement alone.
- MerCruiser Stern / Out Drive 3.0L — Inline 4-Cylinder, GM 181 CID. Years: 1982–1995. Configuration: Wet-Joint model, Old Style Stern Drive. Fits when specified (Requires wet-joint, old-style sterndrive arrangement, 4-inch ID exhaust boot 32-44348T, and matching cooling arrangement and gasket pattern for 27-92720)
- MerCruiser Stern / Out Drive 3.0LX — Inline 4-Cylinder, GM 181 CID. Years: 1982–1995. Configuration: Wet-Joint model, Old Style Stern Drive. Fits when specified (Requires wet-joint, old-style sterndrive arrangement, 4-inch ID exhaust boot 32-44348T, and matching cooling arrangement and gasket pattern for 27-92720)
Reference Numbers
The numbers below are provided for part identification and cross-reference only; they do not alone establish full kit interchangeability or OEM manufacturer identity. The primary references identify individual components within the repair kit rather than six interchangeable numbers for the complete assembly. Compare complete component numbers, including suffixes.
| Primary Component References (MerCruiser Stern / Out Drive) | 32-44348T, 27-96429, 27-99777, 27-92720, 27-807982, 806608A1 |
|---|---|
| MerCruiser Stern / Out Drive Individual Component References | 22-806608A02, 27-52076, 27-70143-1, 27-807982-1, 27-807982B, 27807982 1, 27-99777-2, 27-997771, 27-997772, 8079821, 96429 |
| Mercury Mariner Individual Component References | 32-44348001, 3244348001, 3244348T, 44348001, 44348T |
| OMC Individual Component References | 0508568, 0778087, 0909758 |
| Sierra Individual Component References | 18-0954, 18-0994, 18-0994-9, 18-1204, 18-1204-1, 18-1204-1-9, 18-2748, 18-2833, 18-2833-9 |
| GLM Individual Component References | 13992, 31520, 32180, 32630, 33570, GLM33570, 89120 |
| Mallory Individual Component References | 9-61011, 9-61419, 9-72805 |
| Additional Component References | 0912164, 912164 |
Supplied Parts
- Wet-Joint Manifold Exhaust Hose Bellows Kit (combining component references 32-44348T, 27-96429, 27-99777, 27-92720, 27-807982, and 806608A1)
Service & Installation Notes
General service guidance only. Use the service manual for your exact engine and exhaust configuration.
- Ensure the engine is completely cool and disconnected from starting power before beginning exhaust disassembly.
- Support heavy exhaust manifold and riser components during removal and installation to prevent strain on the exhaust hose bellows and mounting surfaces.
- Clean and inspect all mating flanges and hose connection points carefully, protecting sealing surfaces from gouges or debris before installing new gaskets.
- Verify that the gasket cooling passage pattern (including reference 27-92720) and the 4-inch inside-diameter exhaust boot (reference 32-44348T) match the installed wet-joint exhaust arrangement.
- After assembly, inspect all joints for exhaust or water leaks under normal operating conditions; shut down the engine immediately and inspect if any leakage or abnormal temperature is observed.
Questions Before Replacement
Are the six primary OEM numbers interchangeable part numbers for the full kit?
No. The primary OEM references (32-44348T, 27-96429, 27-99777, 27-92720, 27-807982, and 806608A1) identify individual components combined within this repair kit rather than six interchangeable part numbers for the complete kit.
What specific component details distinguish this kit on a MerCruiser 3.0L or 3.0LX?
This kit applies to 1982–1995 MerCruiser 3.0L and 3.0LX inline 4-cylinder (GM 181 CID) engines with an old-style sterndrive and wet-joint exhaust. Exhaust boot reference 32-44348T is the 4-inch inside-diameter version, and gasket reference 27-92720 must match the engine's cooling arrangement and gasket pattern.
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