{"product_id":"engine-timing-belt-fits-yamaha-f6-f8-t8-f9-9f-t9-9f-replaces-68t-46241-00-00-60r-g6241-00-00-18-15138","title":"Engine Timing Belt – Fits Yamaha F6\/F8\/T8\/F9.9F\/T9.9F (Replaces 68T-46241-00-00, 60R-G6241-00-00, 18-15138)","description":"\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\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis replacement \u003cstrong\u003eEngine Timing Belt – Fits Yamaha F6\/F8\/T8\/F9.9F\/T9.9F 4-Stroke Outboards (Replaces 68T-46241-00-00)\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for a precise fit on Yamaha 4-Stroke outboard models from 6 to 9.9 HP, including F6\/F8\/T8 (2001–2008) and F9.9F\/T9.9F (2007–2008) series engines. It ensures correct engine timing for reliable performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis part is a direct interchange for Yamaha part numbers 68T-46241-00-00, 60R-G6241-00-00, and Sierra 18-15138.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eInstalls as a direct OEM-equivalent replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eConstructed from durable, reinforced rubber with internal fibers for longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFollow manufacturer guidance to replace every 1000 hours or 5 years of operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\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        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/thead\u003e\n      \u003ctbody\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e60R-G6241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003eSierra\u003c\/td\u003e\n          \u003ctd\u003e18-15138\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\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\u003eFor Yamaha Outboards: Ensure your model and year fall within the ranges listed. \"Ongoing\" dates may have specific cutoffs not published here.\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\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005–2008\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001–2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005–ongoing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2001–2004\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh thrust model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2005–ongoing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh thrust model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eF9.9F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e04\/2007–ongoing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n        \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eT9.9F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4-Stroke\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e04\/2007–ongoing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e68T-46241-00-00\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHigh thrust model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n    \u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdl\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eEngine Timing Belt\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eInstallation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eDirect OEM replacement\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eMaterial\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eReinforced rubber with internal fibers\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eColor\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eBlack\u003c\/dd\u003e\n    \u003cdt\u003eManufacturer Recommendation\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd\u003eReplace every 1000 hours or 5 years of operation\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e1 x Engine Timing Belt (68T-46241-00-00)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDisconnect the battery and secure the engine to prevent accidental starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove the engine cover and any components obstructing access to the timing belt, such as the flywheel cover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCarefully release the tension from the existing belt, noting the alignment marks on the camshaft and crankshaft pulleys.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRemove the old belt and inspect the pulleys and tensioner for wear or damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRoute the new belt, ensuring it engages correctly with all pulleys and that timing marks are perfectly aligned.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eApply the correct tension to the new belt according to your engine’s service manual specifications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRotate the engine manually by several full revolutions to confirm alignment and smooth operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReinstall all removed components, reconnect the battery, and test the engine at idle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I find my engine model to check for fitment?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYour outboard engine's model and serial number are typically found on a plate affixed to the transom clamp bracket. Use this information to match against the compatibility table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat are the signs of a failing timing belt?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCommon symptoms include ticking or rattling noises from the engine, difficulty starting, rough idling, or a noticeable loss of power. Visual signs like cracks, fraying, or missing teeth on the belt also indicate it's time for replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I wait longer than the recommended interval to replace the belt?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt is strongly advised to follow the manufacturer's recommended service interval (1000 hours or 5 years). Postponing replacement risks belt failure, which can cause severe internal engine damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n    \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs special equipment needed to install this belt?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eStandard mechanic's tools are generally sufficient, but a torque wrench is critical for correctly tightening bolts and setting tension. A flywheel puller may be necessary on some models. Always consult your engine's service manual for specific procedures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this an OEM or aftermarket part?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis is a high-quality aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component. It is engineered to meet or exceed original equipment manufacturer (OEM) specifications for fit, material, and performance and is produced in an ISO 9002 certified facility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow fast is shipping?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide from our closest warehouse to ensure fast delivery, with typical transit times of 5–15 days. Standard shipping is free for most orders, with expedited options available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the warranty and return policy?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThis product is covered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal marine use. Should an issue arise, please contact our support team with your order details for assistance. Returns are accepted for unused items in their original condition within our standard return window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\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\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003csection\u003e\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\n","brand":"SeaSierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50723981754683,"sku":"23BL224","price":18.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8673\/8747\/files\/23BL2241.jpg?v=1763039279","url":"https:\/\/seasierra.com\/products\/engine-timing-belt-fits-yamaha-f6-f8-t8-f9-9f-t9-9f-replaces-68t-46241-00-00-60r-g6241-00-00-18-15138","provider":"SeaSierra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}