{"product_id":"mercury-water-separating-fuel-filter-kit-8m0097838","title":"Mercury – Water Separating Fuel Filter Kit | SeaPro Series | Durable Construction | 8M0097838","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Water Separating Fuel Filter Kit | SeaPro Series | Durable Construction | 8M0097838\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAny boater who runs long days on the water knows that dependable power starts with clean fuel. It’s not something you think about when everything’s running right—but you sure notice it when it isn’t. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury 8M0097838 Water Separating Fuel Filter Kit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is one of those quiet heroes in the system, guarding your SeaPro outboard from the moisture, debris, and fuel issues that can sap power or cut a trip short. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehere’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ea real\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e peace of mind that comes from knowing your engine is getting clean, steady fuel every time you hit the ignition, whether you’re pushing offshore or easing through a no-wake zone at day’s end.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesigned to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eremove water and contaminants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e before they reach the engine\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIncludes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003efilter canister with sight bowl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, manual drain, filter bracket, and fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBuilt for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003evented fuel tanks only\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eClear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e sight bowl allows quick visual checks for water and debris\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eManual drain simplifies maintenance and keeps the system clean\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis Mercury Marine part number \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e8M0097838\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e fits:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e40–60 horsepower SeaPro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboards (2014 and newer, serial number 1C453840 and up)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e75–115 horsepower SeaPro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboards (serial number 2B095049 and up)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e135–150 horsepower SeaPro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboards (serial number 1B905505 and up)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCommon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e boat types using this kit include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCommercial workboats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCharter skiffs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eGuide boats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHeavy-use fishing rigs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eUtility boats running long hours in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etough\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIf your setup relies on long days, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ebig\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e loads, and consistent performance, this filter belongs on your fuel line.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eA good water separating filter isn’t just a “nice to have.” On a working boat—or any boat that sees fuel from different sources—it’s essential. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis kit keeps your motor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003efed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e with clean, steady fuel, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003egiving you\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e smoother throttle response and preventing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ethat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e uneven sputter \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eyou get\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e when moisture or debris \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esneaks into\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the system.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe sight bowl makes checks quick and easy. One glance and you’ll know if there’s water at the bottom or particles starting to collect. The manual drain lets you clear it out in seconds. It’s the kind of simple, hands-on maintenance that keeps a hardworking SeaPro running tight and reliable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBecause everything in the kit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to Mercury’s original equipment specs, installation is straightforward. The bracket fits cleanly, the fittings seat securely, and once it’s bolted \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e you’ll know it’s ready for the long haul—no leaks, no guesswork, no surprises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhen you’re relying on an engine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ethat’s built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for demanding, high-hour use, the fuel system is not the place to experiment:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury OEM parts ensure \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eproper filtration and flow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBuilt to withstand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ecommercial-grade duty cycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesigned for long-term corrosion resistance and reliability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEnsures maintained engine warranties and peace of mind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFits right the first time—no modification, no improvisation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s the kind of part seasoned boaters recommend because they know how much trouble it prevents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ1: Which engines does this fuel filter kit fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eits Mercury SeaPro 40–60hp (2014+), 75–115hp, and 135–150hp engines within the listed serial ranges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ2: What makes this kit better than aftermarket versions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e OEM filtration quality is significantly higher, offering better water removal and longer service life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ3: How do I confirm it’s the right kit for my engine?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Ma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etch your engine’s serial number to the ranges listed in the compatibility section.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ4: Can I use this in saltwater and freshwater?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Absolutely—this kit protects your fuel system in both environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ5: Is installation straightforward?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes. 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