{"product_id":"mercury-gps-top-mount-kit-98-8m6009518","title":"Mercury – Top Mount Kit (GPS) | SmartCraft \/ NMEA 2000 Mounting | 98-8M6009518","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"82\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"82\"\u003eMercury – Top Mount Kit (GPS) | SmartCraft \/ NMEA 2000 Mounting | 98-8M6009518\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"87\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"516\"\u003eA good GPS antenna needs a clean mounting point if you want strong, uninterrupted satellite reception. The Mercury 98-8M6009518 Top Mount Kit gives you a compact, stable platform for installing a SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 GPS antenna on the helm, hardtop, or console. It keeps the antenna elevated, secure, and positioned for the best signal, especially on boats where space is tight or mounting angles are limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"518\" data-end=\"521\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"570\"\u003eGPS Mounting Platform –\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a solid base for SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 GPS antennas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"719\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eCompact Footprint –\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits cleanly on crowded helms, consoles, and hardtops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"824\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"722\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eStable Elevation –\u003c\/strong\u003e Raises the antenna for clearer satellite visibility and stronger signal lock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"915\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"827\" data-end=\"854\"\u003eOEM Replacement Mount –\u003c\/strong\u003e Same top-mount design included with the 8M6012227 GPS kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eDurable Marine Construction –\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to handle sun exposure, vibration, and long-term use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1117\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1016\" data-end=\"1050\"\u003eStraightforward Installation –\u003c\/strong\u003e Secures easily to flat mounting surfaces with standard hardware.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1124\" data-end=\"1141\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1170\"\u003eSmartCraft GPS antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003eNMEA 2000 GPS antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003eSystems requiring an external GPS mounting solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1297\"\u003eReplacement mount for GPS Kit 8M6012227\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1819\"\u003eA well-positioned GPS antenna makes a noticeable difference in how cleanly your helm receives speed and position data. This mount lifts the antenna into a clear line of sight, reducing dropouts and improving overall responsiveness for SmartCraft and NMEA 2000 functions. The compact footprint lets it fit where larger mounts will not, and the stable base keeps vibration from affecting GPS performance. Once installed, it quietly supports the antenna without needing attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1826\" data-end=\"1841\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003eGPS mounting hardware needs the right dimensions and stability to keep the antenna performing as intended. Mercury’s OEM mount matches the antenna’s base precisely and holds up better to heat and vibration than generic brackets. Using the original design ensures a secure fit and long-term reliability, especially for systems that rely on accurate GPS speed and position data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2233\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2300\"\u003eQ1: Is this the same mount included in the 8M6012227 GPS kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003eYes. This is the standalone version of the mount supplied in that kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eQ2: What antennas can be installed on this mount?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eAny SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 GPS antenna designed for Mercury’s standard mounting pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2683\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003eQ3: Does the mount improve GPS performance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2569\" data-end=\"2572\"\u003eIt provides elevation and stability, which help the antenna maintain a clearer, more consistent satellite lock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2734\"\u003eQ4: Can it be installed on non-flat surfaces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003eFor best results, it should be mounted on a flat surface to keep the antenna level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2822\" data-end=\"2872\"\u003eQ5: Is it suitable for saltwater environments?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2872\" data-end=\"2875\"\u003eYes. The materials are built for long-term exposure in both saltwater and freshwater conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46933548138787,"sku":"98-8M6009518","price":23.78,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV802810.jpg?v=1720534790","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/mercury-gps-top-mount-kit-98-8m6009518","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}