{"product_id":"rec18-5953-mercruiser-alternator-kit","title":"MerCruiser 470\/224 3.7L Alternator Conversion Kit, Ref 18-5953 | Recmar REC18-5953","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis alternator conversion kit is designed for MerCruiser 470 (3.7L) and 224 (3.7L) stern drive applications that originally used a stator-type charging system. Supplied under Recmar reference \u003cstrong\u003eREC18-5953\u003c\/strong\u003e, it’s intended to convert to a conventional alternator-style charging setup when the correct match is confirmed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore ordering:\u003c\/strong\u003e fitment can vary by engine version\/serial number and existing charging-system configuration. Always match by engine details and reference numbers on your current setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternator Conversion Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12V, 68A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine fitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e MerCruiser 470 (3.7L), 224 (3.7L)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-5953 (commonly superseded by 18-5953-1), Recmar REC18-5953, MerCruiser\/Mercury 804916A1 (compare to confirm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Many 3.7L conversion kits are specified for aluminum-block engines from serial \u003cem\u003e4625580 and up\u003c\/em\u003e. Some installations may require a separate 90A fuse kit (often listed as 18-8220) depending on starter type\/engine serial—verify your requirements before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFitment varies by engine version. Always confirm the part number(s) on your existing components and your engine serial number before purchase to avoid ordering the wrong kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recmar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50326675816790,"sku":"REC18-5953","price":901.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0899\/8928\/4182\/files\/REC18-5953.webp?v=1770830309","url":"https:\/\/tmpglobal.store\/products\/rec18-5953-mercruiser-alternator-kit","provider":"TMP Global","version":"1.0","type":"link"}