Mercruiser parts distributor in the UK

[Wakebert]

Hello,

can anyone recommend a friendly/knowledgeable/cheap (I can always dream can't I) distributor of mercruiser parts in the UK who does mailorder.

thanks,

[neallewis]

Bert,

Try Keypart. They stock the Sierra parts/teleflex marine range, plus others. They will send you a catalogue too.
Marine

Also ASAP supplies who will also send you a cdrom catalogue, if you request it.
ASAP Supplies Marine & Industrial Equipment and Spares - worldwide distribution.
I've used them both.

Also for general V8 Engine bits I use Real Steel. They have been fantastic, really knowledgeable staff and good prices with next day delivery.
Real Steel - Performance Automotive Products

Hope that helps?

Neal.

[brutto 76]

When I was running a Mercruiser I always found Sportique very helpful.

[IhateLDNP]

I'd agree with what's been said about Keypart and Real Steel. Aquapart might also be worth a try.

If you have T/bolt ignition then Real Steel won't be able to help. I have just got a hall sensor for the dist on mine and after ringing round everyone I was told £100 plus VAT, plus delivery and we havn't got one and don't know when it will arrive.

I got one from BAM Marine in Florida - took less than a week to come, genuine merc part and I'm still £42.50 in pocket over UK cost. If you google either mercruiserspares or mercruiserparts (can't remember which) you get to BAM's parts site.

[neallewis]

Buying stuff stateside, then I'd recommend SKIDIM Discount Inboard Marine
I've had stuff from there that i was not in a rush for, and it made sense to get there due to the saving over UK prices. Plus i have a relative in the US who can take delivery and post it on to me here.

[saltwater_cowboy]

dim are very good with the tech support and knowledge of all things inboard but they certainly are not the cheapest and can be slow with delivery.

I used BAM quite a bit on a troublesome mercruiser a while back and found if I ordered by Tuesday evening our time it would always be delivered sataurday morning which was good.