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Sierra 118-6435 Outboard Starter for Mercury Marine 4-Stroke Engines

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Sierra

<h3>Sierra: Six Decades of Marine Aftermarket Excellence</h3><p><strong>Sierra</strong> has spent nearly 60 years earning its reputation as one of the most trusted names in the marine aftermarket industry. Originally focused on engine and drive components for boats, the brand has grown into a comprehensive source for nearly everything a boater needs to keep their vessel running at its best — from precision instrumentation to complete engine rebuild hardware.</p><p>Now operating as a brand of Dometic, Sierra manages global aftermarket distribution from a 300,000 sq. ft. facility in Litchfield, Illinois. The Sierra brand today encompasses not only its flagship marine parts line but also well-established marine names like Shields and Moeller, offering boaters a broader catalog than ever before. Whether you own an outboard, inboard, or sterndrive, Sierra's engineering team designs products to meet or exceed OEM specifications.</p><h3>Precision Instrumentation You Can Trust on the Water</h3><p>One of Sierra's most recognized product areas is its marine instrumentation lineup. The brand's <a href="/7570-sierra-gauge-set-1480">gauge sets</a> cover everything from classic analog instrument clusters to advanced digital multi-function displays. Sierra offers packages suited to outboards, sterndrives, and gasoline-powered inboards, with options ranging from coordinated analog kits in styles like Arctic, Eclipse, and Amega to modern touchscreen solutions like the R3 multi-function gauge. Features such as scratch-resistant domed glass lenses, silicone-dampened pointers, and perimeter backlighting make these instruments highly readable in all conditions.</p><p>Behind every accurate gauge reading is a properly calibrated sending circuit. Sierra's <a href="/7570-sierra-gauge-resistor-47908">gauge resistors</a> are a critical part of that chain, ensuring the signals from sensors and sending units are correctly interpreted by your instruments. These components are built to marine-grade standards to resist moisture, vibration, and corrosion — the realities of life on the water.</p><h3>Engine Internals Built to OEM Standards</h3><p>Sierra's history in marine power is perhaps best demonstrated by its deep catalog of engine components. The brand's <a href="/7570-sierra-engine-gasket-set-5404">engine gasket sets</a> cover a wide range of outboard and inboard applications and are engineered to deliver reliable seals in the demanding thermal and chemical environment of a marine engine. For boaters performing seasonal overhauls, top-end rebuilds, or full engine restorations, Sierra gasket kits are a go-to resource trusted by professional marine technicians and DIY boaters alike.</p><h3>A Complete Marine Parts Partner</h3><p>Beyond instrumentation and engine internals, Sierra's catalog spans fuel systems, electrical supplies, steering components, shore power, and more — all covered by what the brand calls an industry-leading warranty. Sierra also maintains a comprehensive parts-finder tool that enables cross-referencing with OEM part numbers from major manufacturers including Mercury, Yamaha, Suzuki, Volvo Penta, and others, making it straightforward to find the right replacement part for virtually any application.</p>

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118-6435
09/11/2036 6:18 AM
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$257.93

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Product Details

The Sierra 18-6435 is a premium replacement outboard starter designed for Mercury Marine 4-stroke engines. This counter-clockwise rotation starter is engineered to meet or exceed OEM specifications while withstanding the harsh marine environment.

Key Features:

  • Counter-clockwise rotation design
  • Marine-grade construction meeting SAE J1171 and ISO 8846 standards
  • High-quality magnets and field coils for improved starting torque
  • Double-sealed housings with premium brushes for extended service life
  • Direct replacement for Mercury Marine OEM starters

Applications:

  • Mercury 40 HP, 50 HP, and 60 HP 4-Stroke 4-Cylinder engines (serial 0P094500 and up)
  • Mercury 50 HP and 60 HP EFI 4-Stroke 4-Cylinder engines (serial 0P153500 and up)

Replaces OEM Part Numbers: Mercury Marine 50-888161T, 50-884044T, 50-859377T, 50-893888T

Sierra is a trusted name in the marine industry with over 50 years of experience providing high-quality aftermarket engine and drive parts. All Sierra starters are backed by their industry-leading customer satisfaction warranty.

Great selection tool for year & model.

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Good price and fast delivery.

Sender arms were long enough that I could bend arms to match oem.

Wait time was a bit longer than expected but things happen.

great product and service

It has been great working with your website, very easy to navigate and see the measurements on parts. The website i very descriptive about important information. Extremely pleased with how things worked out. Thank you

It was fast and easy!

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