{"product_id":"27-18272-exhaust-elbow-gasket-for-mercruiser-3-7l-4-cylinder","title":"27-18272 Exhaust Elbow Gasket for MerCruiser 3.7L 4-Cylinder","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 Elbow Gasket for MerCruiser 3.7L 4-Cylinder Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis exhaust elbow mounting gasket (referenced to OEM 27-18272) seals the exhaust elbow mounting joint on specified MerCruiser 4-cylinder stern drive applications, including 3.7L and 3.7LX MCM (224 CID) models. Fitment depends on whether the engine is equipped with an aluminum manifold (1985–1989 170\/470) or a cast iron manifold (excluding 1976–1982 470), and this listing is for the gasket item rather than the exhaust elbow assembly.\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;\"\u003eEngine Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eThis gasket fits specified MerCruiser 4-cylinder exhaust manifold and elbow assemblies. Because 3.7L engines used different manifold designs across production years, do not select the gasket by displacement alone; match the engine model, year, installed manifold version (aluminum or cast iron), and gasket reference against your actual assembly.\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 3.7L 4-Cylinder 170 \/ 470\u003c\/strong\u003e — Years: 1985–1989. Configuration: With aluminum exhaust manifold.\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 4-Cylinder Engines\u003c\/strong\u003e — Configuration: With cast iron exhaust manifold. Excludes 1976–1982 model 470.\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 3.7L \u0026amp; 3.7LX MCM (224 CID) 4-Cylinder — Models 165, 170, 180, 190, 470, 485, 488\u003c\/strong\u003e — Years: 1980–1989. General manifold, elbow, end-cap, and gasket series grouping; verify installed manifold material (1985–1989 aluminum on 170\/470, or cast iron excluding 1976–1982 470) and exact elbow mounting gasket number.\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    \u003ch3 style=\"margin:18px 0 10px;color:#234d40;font-size:17px;line-height:1.5;font-weight:700;\"\u003eNot Suitable For\u003c\/h3\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 470 (4-Cylinder)\u003c\/strong\u003e — Years: 1976–1982. Excluded under cast iron manifold applications.\n        \u003cspan style=\"display:block;margin:6px 0 0;color:#59421f;font-size:13px;font-weight:700;\"\u003eNot suitable\u003c\/span\u003e\n      \u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3 style=\"font-size:17px;margin:20px 0 10px;color:#143b31;\"\u003eAdditional model-specific applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"padding-left:20px;line-height:1.7;\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eMerCruiser-built 4-cylinder engines, 1985, cast-iron exhaust manifold.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\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 public references for part identification and do not by themselves guarantee interchangeability across every manifold version or indicate original manufacturer identity. Keep Sierra references 18-0881 and 18-0881-1 distinct when cross-checking part numbers.\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 \/ Mercury Mariner OEM References\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e27-18272, 27-97863, 18272, 97863\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 Reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e0508753\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;\"\u003eGLM Aftermarket Reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e32470 (GLM32470)\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;\"\u003eSierra Aftermarket References\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e18-0881, 18-0881-1\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;\"\u003eMallory Aftermarket Reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e9-61412\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;\"\u003eOSCO Reference\u003c\/th\u003e\n          \u003ctd style=\"padding:13px 0 13px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e5df;vertical-align:top;\"\u003e8561-G\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;\"\u003eSupplied Parts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cul style=\"margin:0;padding-left:22px;\"\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eExhaust elbow gasket\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;\"\u003eShut down the engine, disconnect the starting circuit to prevent accidental cranking, and allow the exhaust manifold and elbow to cool completely before servicing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eSupport the exhaust elbow while removing the mounting fasteners so its weight does not damage the mating surfaces or connected exhaust components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eClean both the manifold and elbow mounting faces thoroughly, removing old gasket material and corrosion while protecting the sealing surfaces from gouges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eCompare the new gasket profile and port openings directly against the manifold and elbow joint, then assemble and tighten fasteners according to the factory service manual for your specific manifold version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003cli style=\"margin:0 0 12px;\"\u003eAfter installation, inspect the joint during initial operation; if any exhaust or sealing abnormality is present, stop the engine immediately and recheck the assembly.\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;\"\u003eCan I select this exhaust elbow gasket based only on having a MerCruiser 3.7L engine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eNo. Selection depends on the installed exhaust manifold material and production year. It fits 1985–1989 3.7L 4-cylinder 170\/470 engines with an aluminum manifold, and 4-cylinder engines with a cast iron manifold except the 1976–1982 470.\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 item include the exhaust elbow or an entire manifold gasket kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n      \u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 14px;\"\u003eNo. Although cataloged under manifold and gasket seal categories, this listing is for the exhaust elbow mounting gasket only, not the exhaust elbow assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Serdamarine","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45172012384307,"sku":"23GT302","price":12.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0699\/2930\/4115\/files\/marine-exhaust-part-e475750ba726ddd6.jpg?v=1792755317","url":"https:\/\/serdamarine.com\/products\/27-18272-exhaust-elbow-gasket-for-mercruiser-3-7l-4-cylinder","provider":"我的商店","version":"1.0","type":"link"}