MerCruiser 429-6537 V8 305 5.0L Crankshaft GM 3932442 2-Piece 898 200 228 230 Timing Cover The cable still functions normally

The cable still functions normally

and this is the case with these ones as well

MerCruiser V6 & V8 (1987-1998) Engine coupler for 14" Flywheels and engines that have a single piece rear-main oil seal

The races are still installed and if you are installing a new gear set it is advisable to use the races provided with the new bearings

This handle broke off the clamp bracket at some point

MerCruiser 429-6537 V8 305 5.0L Crankshaft GM 3932442 2-Piece 898 200 228 230 Timing Cover The cable still functions normallyPart Number(s) Included 429 6537 Crankshaft Assembly (For 5. 0L V8 305 Models with 2 Piece Rear Main Seal) GM 3932442 General Application Compatibility This would have been found on all of the earlier MerCruiser 305 models that have a 2 piece rear main seal (which is pretty much anything 1977 1985 1986) This is easily identified by the hub on the 2 piece crankshafts it is not a perfect circle with 3. 5" across on the hub mounting holes and 1 piece is