{"product_id":"lewmar-589350","title":"Thruster Anode Kit - 185TT","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLewmar 185TT Thruster Anode Kit (589350)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eA sacrificial zinc anode kit for the Lewmar 185TT bow thruster — protects the bronze hub and surrounding underwater metal components from galvanic corrosion in saltwater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It's Worth It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGalvanic corrosion attacks the most vulnerable metal first — which is exactly what a sacrificial anode is designed for. The 589350 anode corrodes in place of the thruster's more expensive bronze hub and shaft components, protecting them from the electrolytic action that would otherwise eat into those parts over time. The large accessible nut makes in-water replacement straightforward at haul-out or while the boat is still in the water, and the stainless steel sleeve provides optimal retention so the anode stays securely in place through the operating forces of the thruster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor 185TT thrusters fitted with a \u003cstrong\u003ebronze hub only\u003c\/strong\u003e — composite hub versions do not require an anode. Confirm your thruster's hub material before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReplace when the anode is heavily wasted, pitted, cracked, loose, or significantly reduced in size. Do not paint the anode — coating it defeats its purpose. Install on a clean, bare metal contact surface. Check at every haul-out.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lewmar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45216450576566,"sku":"LEW\/589350","price":30.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/6584\/6966\/files\/LEW589350_001.jpg?v=1783547089","url":"https:\/\/ampedupmarine.com\/es\/products\/lewmar-589350","provider":"Amped Up Marine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}