{"title":"Incoming","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"camshaft-gear-fits-volvo-penta-3-0l-5-7l-engines-117-150-hp-replaces-856239-855473-831972","title":"Camshaft Gear – Fits Volvo Penta 3.0L–5.7L Engines 117–150 HP (Replaces 856239, 855473, 831972)","description":"\u003csection\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* Outer container allows horizontal scrolling (with iOS momentum) *\/\n  .ss-table-wrap { overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; }\n\n  \/* Base table styles *\/\n  table.ss-table { width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; min-width:640px; }\n  table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td {\n    padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\n  }\n\n  \/* Key: prevent wrapping, word breaks, and vertical text in headers *\/\n  table.ss-table th {\n    white-space:nowrap;       \/* Do not wrap *\/\n    word-break:normal;        \/* Don’t break words *\/\n    letter-spacing:normal;    \/* Prevent theme styles from stretching letters *\/\n    font-weight:600;\n    background:#f8fafc;\n  }\n\n  \/* Small screen optimization *\/\n  @media (max-width:480px){\n    table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td { padding:8px 10px; font-size:14px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement \u003cstrong\u003eCamshaft Gear\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for Volvo Penta 4-cylinder 3.0L engines from 1979 to 1993, covering models from 117 to 150 HP. It ensures precise valve timing and is engineered from forged steel for durability and reliable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part directly replaces Volvo Penta OEM part numbers 856239, 855473, and 831972.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngineered for direct OEM replacement fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed from high-strength forged steel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBacked by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Number Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this matrix to confirm equivalent references across OEM and aftermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Part Number Matrix\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePrimary Replacement\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e855473\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eInterchangeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e831972\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eInterchangeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm your engine model\/year in the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis part is compatible with the following Volvo Penta engine models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Engine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eRated HP\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eStroke\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eYears\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eOEM Part No.\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAQ125A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e117 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1983–1984\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAQ131 A, B, C, D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1985–1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAQ145B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e138–139 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1979–1988\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAQ151 A, B, C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e146–150 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989–1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e230\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989–1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVolvo Penta\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e146 HP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1989–1993\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e856239\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eCamshaft Gear \/ Timing Gear\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eInstallation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eDirect OEM replacement\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eMetal (Forged Steel)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eDimensions\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e5.5 cm (height) × 15.5 cm (width) × 18.0 cm (length)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eWeight\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e0.51 kg (1.12 lbs)\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eWarranty\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003e1-year against manufacturing defects\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Camshaft Gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways disconnect the battery before starting work on the engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain access to the front of the engine to remove the timing belt cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully align engine to Top Dead Center (TDC) and verify all timing marks before disassembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove the old timing gear using the appropriate puller tool, if necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall the new camshaft gear, ensuring it is fully seated and the timing marks align perfectly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRe-tension the timing belt according to your engine's service manual specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReassemble all covers and components, then reconnect the battery. A professional mechanic should always verify the work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eHow do I know if my camshaft gear is failing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCommon signs of a worn or failing camshaft gear include engine rattling or a ticking noise coming from the timing cover area, rough idling, loss of power, and check engine lights related to camshaft position or timing. A visual inspection may reveal worn or broken teeth on the gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eIs this a \"square tooth\" or \"round tooth\" gear?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis is a square tooth timing gear, as specified for the listed Volvo Penta models. Please verify against your existing part before ordering, as modifications over the years can lead to variations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWill this fit my Volvo Penta 5.0L V8 engine?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eNo, this camshaft gear is specifically designed for the inline 4-cylinder 3.0L-class engines listed (AQ125, AQ131, AQ145, AQ151, etc.). It is not compatible with V6 or V8 engine architectures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between this and the original OEM part?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eOur aftermarket gear is manufactured to meet or exceed original OEM specifications for fit, material, and performance. It is made from forged steel for high durability and serves as a direct-fit replacement for the original part numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eDo I need special tools for installation?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eInstallation typically requires standard mechanic's tools, a torque wrench, and potentially a gear puller to remove the old gear. We strongly recommend consulting a professional and your engine's official service manual for the exact procedure and required tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the recommended replacement interval?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCamshaft gears do not have a fixed replacement interval like a timing belt. They are typically replaced when they show signs of wear, damage, or during a major engine overhaul. Always inspect the gear when replacing the timing belt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eOEM vs. Aftermarket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis listing is an aftermarket replacement (not OEM). Built to OEM-level specifications with comparable materials. Manufactured in an ISO 9002 facility, batch-inspected for consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eShipping speed \u0026amp; cost?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide quickly—typical transit 5–15 days. Standard shipping is free; expedited options appear at checkout where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; returns?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCovered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. If issues arise, contact support with your order details. Returns are accepted within our standard window (unused \u0026amp; in original condition). See our policy page or reach out for instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Important Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify images\/specifications vs your original part. If anything differs—even if your model appears compatible—do not purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation is recommended for safety and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sea Sierra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Grade Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e — We supply marine parts engineered to OEM-level tolerances and tested for real-world conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFast Global Fulfillment\u003c\/strong\u003e — Free standard delivery to most regions in 5–15 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer-Direct Value\u003c\/strong\u003e — Fair pricing without compromising on materials or QC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"SeaSierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50718265213243,"sku":"21TP002","price":999.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8673\/8747\/files\/856239855473831972_1.jpg?v=1762958503"}],"url":"https:\/\/seasierra.com\/collections\/incoming.oembed","provider":"SeaSierra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}