{"product_id":"mercury-gps-under-helm-mt-98-8m6009519","title":"Mercury – Under-Helm GPS Mount Kit | SmartCraft \/ NMEA 2000 | 98-8M6009519","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"78\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"78\"\u003eMercury – Under-Helm GPS Mount Kit | SmartCraft \/ NMEA 2000 | 98-8M6009519\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"83\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"97\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"85\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"99\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eSome helm layouts don’t have the space for a top-side antenna mount, and that’s where this compact under-helm solution comes in. The Mercury 98-8M6009519 Under-Helm GPS Mount Kit creates a clean, protected mounting point beneath the helm or console for SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 GPS antennas. It keeps the antenna secure, out of sight, and positioned for dependable signal reception. It’s the same under-helm mount included with the 8M6012227 GPS kit—now available on its own for replacement or standalone installs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"614\" data-end=\"617\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"635\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"748\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"664\"\u003eUnder-Helm Mounting –\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a secure hidden mounting point for SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 GPS antennas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"836\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eCompact Profile –\u003c\/strong\u003e Fits easily beneath helms, consoles, or tight rigging spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"927\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eProtected Placement –\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps the antenna shielded from weather and direct exposure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"930\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eOEM Replacement Mount –\u003c\/strong\u003e Same under-helm mount included with the 8M6012227 GPS kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eDurable Marine Housing –\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to handle vibration, heat, and long-term use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1131\"\u003eSimple Installation –\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounts cleanly using standard hardware on flat interior surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1223\"\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eSmartCraft GPS antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1255\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eNMEA 2000 GPS antennas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003eReplacement mount for GPS Kit 8M6012227\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1326\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eBoats requiring a protected under-helm GPS mounting location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1395\" data-end=\"1431\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1865\"\u003ePlacing the GPS antenna under the helm keeps it tucked away while still giving the network steady, responsive satellite data. The mount provides a stable base that minimizes vibration, helping the antenna maintain a clear lock and deliver accurate speed and position information for SmartCraft and NMEA 2000 functions. It’s a practical solution for helms with limited topside space or aesthetics that call for a hidden installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1867\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1872\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2264\"\u003eGPS antennas depend on proper alignment and a mount that holds steady through heat, motion, and long days on the water. Mercury’s OEM design matches the antenna footprint exactly and provides the durability needed for clean, uninterrupted signal performance. Aftermarket brackets often introduce flex or misalignment, but the factory mount ensures a secure, long-lasting fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003eQ1: Is this the same mount used in the 8M6012227 GPS kit?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2341\" data-end=\"2344\"\u003eYes. This is the standalone version of the under-helm mount included with that kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003eQ2: Will GPS performance suffer under the helm?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eNo, as long as the antenna has reasonable exposure. Many under-helm installations perform very well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2721\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2585\" data-end=\"2622\"\u003eQ3: What antennas fit this mount?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2622\" data-end=\"2625\"\u003eAny Mercury SmartCraft or NMEA 2000 GPS antenna built for the standard Mercury mounting pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2855\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2723\" data-end=\"2769\"\u003eQ4: Can this be placed on curved surfaces?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2769\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003eIt should be mounted on a flat interior surface for proper alignment and stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2857\" data-end=\"2914\"\u003eQ5: Is this mount durable enough for saltwater boats?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2914\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003eYes. 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