{"product_id":"hinge-pin-tool-for-mercruiser-gimbal-housing-pivot-pin-replaces-18-9861-91-78310","title":"Hinge Pin Tool for Mercruiser Gimbal Housing Pivot Pin replaces 18-9861 91-78310","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHinge Pin Tool for Mercruiser\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hinge pin tool for Mercruiser removes and installs the gimbal housing pivot pin and replaces OEM part numbers 18-9861 and 91-78310.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOverview\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe hinge pin tool is a service tool designed to remove and install the pivot pin in a Mercruiser gimbal housing. It replaces OEM part numbers 18-9861 and 91-78310, allowing the pivot pin to be driven out and reset without damaging the housing. This hinge pin tool is made for marine sterndrive gimbal housing service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBuilt For Performance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces OEM hinge pin tool numbers 18-9861 and 91-78310\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined to engage the gimbal housing pivot pin head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel body suited for shop and boatyard use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with a wrench or socket for controlled turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact length for access in tight gimbal housing areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eOn-The-Job Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemoving the pivot pin from a Mercruiser gimbal housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstalling a replacement pivot pin during sterndrive service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupporting steering pivot and gimbal ring maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssisting with outdrive alignment checks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSpecs At A Glance\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-9861, 91-78310\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTool Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHinge Pin Tool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercruiser Gimbal Housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGood To Know\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e What is the hinge pin tool used for? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It removes and installs the pivot pin in a Mercruiser gimbal housing during sterndrive service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does this tool work with aftermarket pivot pins? \u003cstrong\u003eA:\u003c\/strong\u003e It is designed for Mercruiser gimbal housing pivot pins and should be checked against the existing pin before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSlight variation in finish or dimensions may occur between production runs, and fit can depend on serial number, so confirm compatibility before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Solid Spare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45556611088470,"sku":"ZZ3E01296","price":38.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0697\/8460\/0662\/files\/s-l1600_43de8008-d370-4282-90c0-d118b8d8577e.jpg?v=1789217466","url":"https:\/\/www.solidspare.com\/products\/hinge-pin-tool-for-mercruiser-gimbal-housing-pivot-pin-replaces-18-9861-91-78310","provider":"Solid Spare","version":"1.0","type":"link"}