{"product_id":"motor-kit-trim-8m0031551","title":"Mercury – Trim and Tilt System Motor | Sport XS \/ Pro XS \/ Verado Series | Painted Marine Alloy | 8M0031551","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Trim and Tilt System Motor | Sport XS \/ Pro XS \/ Verado Series | Painted Marine Alloy | 8M0031551\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e There’s a certain confidence that settles in when you know your t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003erim and tilt system will respond the moment you touch the switch. It’s the kind of reassurance you feel when easing up on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eplane\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e at sunrise or dropping the bow while threading through a tight channel. This Mercury Marine part gives you that steady, dependable control you count on out there — the feeling that your boat is listening, moving with you, not fighting against you. With the 8M0031551 Trim and Tilt Motor, you’re not just replacing a component\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eyou’re keeping your boat’s rhythm exactly where it should be.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePowers the trim and tilt system for consistent bow and engine adjustment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMarine-grade motor built for long service life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCorrosion-resistant painted finish for freshwater and saltwater use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eDesigned for steady output under heat, load, and constant movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEngineered to Mercury Marine’s original performance specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFits select Mercury and Mariner 135–250 horsepower outboards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWorks with Sport XS, Pro XS, Direct Fuel Injection, Digital Throttle and Shift, SeaPro, and Verado engine families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSuitable for center consoles, bay boats, bass boats, aluminum fishing rigs, pontoons, and coastal craft.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAlways verify model and serial number for exact fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e A trim and tilt motor might seem like a small part in a big system, but you feel its importance the second it hesitates — or worse, fails. The 8M0031551 delivers smooth, confident movement every time you bump the switch. The motor responds with a quiet, steady push that feels solid and controlled, letting you fine-tune your running angle whether the water is flat or rolling with chop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou’ll notice how tight the system feels when raising the engine to trailer height or easing it down before launching. That smooth, predictable motion protects the ram, prevents jerky transitions, and keeps your engine exactly where you want it under load. The durable construction means fewer worries about corrosion, moisture intrusion, or sudden sluggish behavior as the season goes on. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt simply works — and when you’re miles from the dock, that reliability is worth its weight in peace of mind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e There’s no guesswork with an original Mercury Marine part. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe sizing, power output, and electrical connections all match your system exactly, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ewhich means\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e no awkward retrofitting or trial-and-error \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003einstalls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAn OEM trim and tilt motor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ebuilt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esurvive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e long days on the water, heavy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ecycles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, and constant exposure to heat and spray.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It lasts longer, requires less maintenance, and protects the components around it — saving you time and money in the long run. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIf you’re looking for the option that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esimply\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e works the first time, this is it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ1: Which Mercury engines does the Trim and Tilt Motor 8M0031551 fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt fits select Mercury and Mariner 135–250 horsepower \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eengines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in the Sport XS, Pro XS, Direct Fuel Injection, Digital Throttle and Shift, and Verado families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ2: What makes this better than aftermarket versions?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e OEM trim and tilt motors match Mercury’s exact performance requirements, ensuring the smoothest, most reliable operation under load.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ3: How do I know if this is my correct replacement?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Check your engine’s serial number and model against Mercury’s fitment guide or your owner’s manual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ4: Can it be used in both fresh and saltwater?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes — the corrosion-resistant design performs well in either environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ5: Is installation manageable for most boat owners?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e If you can access your trim pump assembly and work with basic tools, installation is straightforward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935477387555,"sku":"8M0031551","price":497.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/8m0031551_main-1.jpg?v=1760631315","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-au\/products\/motor-kit-trim-8m0031551","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}