Mercury – Tachometer Gauge 7K | Engine Monitoring | Black Face | Black Bezel | 79-8M6020026

Overview
This 7,000-RPM tachometer gives you a clean, steady look at engine speed without feeling touchy or overreactive. Out on the water, the needle moves with a calm sweep that feels natural when you’re rolling into the throttle or trimming the boat out. It’s the kind of gauge you start trusting quickly because it behaves the same in smooth water as it does in light chop. Straightforward, steady, and easy to read—just how a core gauge should be.

Key Features
    • Wide RPM Range – Tracks engine speed clearly up to 7,000 RPM.
    • Smooth Needle Movement – Holds a steady sweep during bumps, turns, and quick throttle input.
    • Clean Panel Fit – Installs into standard dash openings without extra work.
    • Backlit Face – Stays readable during early-morning launches and late returns.
    • Marine-Ready Build – Handles vibration, spray, and long seasons without drifting.

Engine & Boat Compatibility
    • FourStroke outboards
    • Verado series
    • Pro XS engines
    • SmartCraft systems

Performance & Practical Benefits
The gauge feels predictable on the water, giving you a steady reference point when you’re dialing in speed or trim. The extra RPM range gives higher-revving engines a little more breathing room, which helps the reading feel more natural at the top end. Glancing down doesn’t pull you out of the moment—you get a quick, clean number and move on. It settles nicely into everyday running, whether you’re cruising or opening it up.

Why Buy OEM
OEM gauges keep communication clean with the engine’s control system, which helps the readings stay consistent from season to season. They typically hold calibration longer and stand up well to real marine vibration and weather. Most boaters prefer that kind of steady reliability over time.

FAQ
1. How do I know if I need a new tachometer?
If the needle jumps, sticks, or shows readings that don’t match engine behavior, it’s usually wearing out.

2. Does this gauge need calibration?
It usually reads correctly right after installation, but confirming settings is always smart.

3. How does it do in saltwater?
With normal rinsing after each trip, it holds up well to saltwater environments.

4. Anything important during installation?
Clean, tight power and signal connections help the needle move smoothly.

5. What happens when a tachometer starts failing?
You’ll see erratic sweep, dead spots, or slow drift in the readings.