{"product_id":"mercury-gauge-cruiselog-79-8m6020044","title":"Mercury – Cruiselog Gauge | Speed \u0026 Trip Monitoring | Black Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020044","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"70\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"70\"\u003eMercury – Cruiselog Gauge | Speed \u0026amp; Trip Monitoring | Black Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020044\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"75\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"89\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"89\" data-end=\"92\"\u003eThis Cruiselog gauge gives you an easy way to keep track of your speed and how far you’ve gone during the day. The needle moves in a calm, steady arc, so you’re not dealing with jitter or jumpy readings when the boat rocks. Out on the water, it feels natural to check—almost like glancing at the horizon or the depth finder. It’s a simple, everyday gauge that just makes the ride feel a little more organized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"1013\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"524\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"524\" data-end=\"527\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"574\"\u003eClear Speed Scale\u003c\/strong\u003e – Shows your pace with a smooth, readable sweep.\u003cbr data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"669\"\u003eTrip Tracking\u003c\/strong\u003e – Keeps a running count of distance for longer outings.\u003cbr data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"780\"\u003eSteady Needle Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds firm through chop and throttle changes.\u003cbr data-start=\"828\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"878\"\u003eStandard Dash Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sits cleanly in common dash openings.\u003cbr data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"921\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eBacklit Display\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stays visible when the light starts to fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1015\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1232\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e    • FourStroke outboards\u003cbr data-start=\"1100\" data-end=\"1103\"\u003e    • Verado series\u003cbr data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e    • Pro XS engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1188\"\u003e    • SmartCraft systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1234\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eOn the water, this gauge helps you keep a steady pace without having to guess. The sweep is smooth enough that even small changes show up clearly, which comes in handy on long runs or when you’re working a shoreline. The trip feature gives you a real sense of how far you’ve actually traveled, not just how long you’ve been out. It fits into the rhythm of the day without pulling your focus away from the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1694\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1714\"\u003eOEM gauges follow Mercury’s signals exactly, which keeps the reading consistent. They handle regular vibration, bumps, and weather shifts far better than budget options. Most boaters choose OEM because it keeps the information reliable year after year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2141\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"1980\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003e1. How do I know if the Cruiselog gauge is going bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eIf the needle stops moving smoothly or the trip number barely changes, the gauge is likely fading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2282\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2143\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003e2. Does this gauge need calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2183\" data-end=\"2186\"\u003eUsually it reads fine right away, but checking the settings during installation is always smart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2284\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003e3. How does it hold up in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2324\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eA quick rinse after a day on the water helps it last through saltwater seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003e4. Anything important during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2454\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003eClean, tight wiring keeps the readings accurate and the needle steady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2529\" data-end=\"2581\"\u003e5. What does failing behavior usually look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eYou may see slow movement, frozen trip readings, or numbers that don’t match how the boat feels.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936502567203,"sku":"79-8M6020044","price":64.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV1003096.jpg?v=1720533537","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-gauge-cruiselog-79-8m6020044","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}