The Mercury Racing A36 stator is a 16-amp ignition and charging component for Mercury V6 2-stroke outboards. It was built for race and high-performance use and has been tested to 10,000+ RPM.
It also fits many stock fishing and recreational motors, including 135, 150, 175, and 200 HP engines, the 225 Pro Max, 260 EFI, S3000, SST-120, and 300 Drag.
Built for higher RPM
The A36 is rated for higher engine speeds than the standard A35 stator. Its diameter is 0.030 inch smaller than a stock stator, which reduces magnet drag. This is a genuine OEM Mercury part, so you get the same construction and fit as the factory-intended part rather than an aftermarket copy.
A weak or failed stator can show up as no spark, misfires, a motor that will not rev past a certain RPM, or a tachometer that stops working. When testing shows the stator is the failed part, replacing it with an A36 is a straightforward way to restore consistent ignition, whether you are upgrading from a stock stator or replacing a worn one.
Merc Outboard Fitment
On the race side, the A36 is intended for the SST-120, Bridgeport, 245 HP carbureted, 260 EFI, and 300 Drag outboards. It also often runs on the 280 ROS once the engine has been converted from Motorola electronics.
On the stock side, it fits most Mercury 2.0, 2.4, and 2.5 liter V6 2-stroke outboards from 135, 175, 200 HP, XRi, XR2, XR4, XR6, Pro Max 150, Pro Max 200, and Pro Max 225HP that use a 16-amp charging system.
Before you order, confirm that your engine has a 16-amp system and check the part number against your engine's parts listing, because 9-amp and 16-amp stators are different parts.
The A36 is Mercury part number 398-5454A36 and cross-references to 398-5454A35 and 398-5454A11, and is a supersedure for the earlier 398-5454 A66 as well as many others. Each box includes one new genuine Mercury Racing A36 stator.
Buckshot Racing #77 Installation Tips
A good installation starts with the rest of the system. Before you fit the new stator, inspect the flywheel, rectifier or regulator, trigger, and other ignition components, and clean the mounting surfaces so debris, grease, or corrosion cannot affect alignment or electrical contact. Use the correct tools and the manufacturer's torque specifications.
Clock the stator so the pigtail comes down just behind the split in the block. Once it is installed, check voltage output and run a spark test to confirm it is working.
Over your first few runs, watch ignition performance and RPM consistency, and deal with any irregularity promptly so it does not damage other components.
Made for the water you run
Whether you are racing drag, circuit, or offshore, or tuning a recreational outboard for its best performance, the A36 delivers the steady ignition that high-speed boating demands.
It is a sound choice for anyone replacing a failing stator on a popular Mercury V6, from the 225 Pro Max and 260 EFI to the 300 Drag and the older 2.0 and 2.4 liter engines.
FAQ
Is the A36 only for race engines? No. It is made for race and high-performance use, but it also fits many stock 16-amp Mercury V6 2-stroke outboards.
How do I know if I have a 16-amp system? Check your engine's model and serial number against its parts listing, and confirm before ordering.
Has the A36 been tested at high RPM? Yes. Buckshot Racing #77 has tested it to 10,000+ RPM.
Genuine Mercury Racing A36 16-amp stator, 398-5454A36, tested to 10,000+ RPM. Fits Mercury V6 2-stroke race and performance outboards from Buckshot Racing #77.
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