{"product_id":"mercury-300hp-4-6l-v8-black-vented-splash-cover-8m0228522","title":"Mercury – Vented Splash Cover | Verado Series | Black Polysoft II Fabric | 8M0228522","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Vented Splash Cover | Verado Series | Black Polysoft II Fabric | 8M0228522\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\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\"\u003eA clean engine isn’t about showing off. It’s about care, pride, and knowing your rig’s ready when the weather shifts and the water gets busy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIf you run a Verado hard—spray in the air, sun overhead, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edocks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to bump \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eagainst—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eyour cowling takes the little hits that add up over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e This vented splash cover helps take that daily wear off your plate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s the kind of Mercury Marine part you trust because it fits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elike\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e it belongs there. Once it’s on, you don’t keep adjusting it or second-guessing it. You just run the boat, enjoy the ride, and let the cover handle the mess.\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\"\u003eProtects the outboard cowling finish while operating on the water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMade from marine-grade Polysoft II fabric for durability and surface-friendly contact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBlack finish that looks clean and blends naturally with most engines and boat styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWater-resistant, breathable, and ultraviolet-stable fabric construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSide vents support airflow for running use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eExhaust ports \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edesigned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to accommodate engine operation\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSwitch access built in for practical, everyday control\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCustom fit for Mercury \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e4.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V8 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e300 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado outboard engines\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIncludes one cover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury Marine part number 8M0228522\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\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFits Mercury Verado \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e4.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V8 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e300 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboard models\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIdeal for boats that routinely see spray, sun, and dockside traffic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCommon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e fit for center consoles, offshore fishing boats, bay boats, and larger family runabouts\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\"\u003eWhat you’ll notice first is how secure it feels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eNot stiff, not awkward—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ejust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e snug in the right places so it stays steady when you’re running.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e That matters when you’re throttling up \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e water is breaking into a fine mist behind the transom. Instead of letting that spray settle onto your finish, this cover takes the brunt of it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePolysoft II fabric has a tough outer layer that stands up to the elements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, but it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edoesn’t punish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e your paint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The inside feels softer, which helps reduce the chance of tiny rub marks and scratches that can happen with rougher materials. Over time, that helps keep your cowling looking sharper, with fewer water spots and less sun fade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe ventilation and access points are what make this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ea true\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e splash cover, not just a storage sleeve. Side vents help maintain airflow, while exhaust ports and switch access keep things functional. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou don’t have to pull the cover on and off \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ejust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to use the boat the way you \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003enormally\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e do.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It stays practical, even on long runs.\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\"\u003eHere’s the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ehonest\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e truth: the best cover is the one that fits right and lasts. That’s why OEM matters. A genuine Mercury Marine part is shaped and tested for your specific engine, so you’re not dealing with loose corners, stretched seams, or a cover that shifts at speed. It goes on cleaner, stays put, and holds up longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAftermarket options can be tempting, but fit and fabric quality vary a lot. When you’re protecting a premium Verado, it makes sense to choose the cover designed to match it. That’s the cost-effective choice over time, because it saves you from replacing a “good enough” cover every season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ Section\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ1: Which Mercury engines or systems does the Mercury Vented Splash Cover 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’s made for Mercury Verado \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e4.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V8 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e300 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboard engines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e is an engine-specific fit, not a universal cover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ2: What makes this part different from aftermarket alternatives?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e OEM fit and functional design. You get side vents, exhaust ports, and switch access built for on-water use, plus a consistent, secure fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ3: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHow do I know if\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the correct replacement for my setup?\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\"\u003eVerify your engine is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e4.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V8 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e300 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e match the part number to 8M0228522.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ4: Can this be used in both saltwater and freshwater applications?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s designed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for both. If you run in saltwater, a quick rinse afterward helps keep the cover and engine looking \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etheir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e best.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eQ5: Is installation straightforward for most boat owners?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Yes. Most boat owners can install it quickly without special tools. 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