{"product_id":"mercury-gauge-speed-45-79-8m6020039","title":"Mercury – Speedometer 45 MPH | Boat Speed Monitoring | Black Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020039","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"71\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eMercury – Speedometer 45 MPH | Boat Speed Monitoring | Black Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020039\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eThis 45-MPH speedometer gives you a simple, steady read on how fast the boat’s moving without wobbling every time the hull shifts. The needle settles in with a smooth swing, so you can check your speed with a quick glance and get right back to watching the water. Out on a long run, it feels familiar and easy—no tricks, no guessing. It’s just a straightforward gauge that does its job without making a fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"503\" data-end=\"506\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"508\" data-end=\"1046\"\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=\"569\"\u003e45-MPH Range\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lays out boat speed on a clean, easy-to-follow scale.\u003cbr data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"628\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"654\" data-end=\"680\"\u003eSmooth Needle Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds steady through chop, turns, and throttle changes.\u003cbr data-start=\"738\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eStandard Dash Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Drops into common panel openings without extra steps.\u003cbr data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"873\" data-end=\"892\"\u003eBacklit Display\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stays clear during early starts and late rides.\u003cbr data-start=\"942\" data-end=\"945\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"971\" data-end=\"995\"\u003eMarine-Durable Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stands up to spray, vibration, and everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1048\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1087\"\u003e    • FourStroke outboards\u003cbr data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003e    • Verado series\u003cbr data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e    • Pro XS engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e    • SmartCraft systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1270\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003eOn the water, the gauge feels steady enough that you don’t need to stare at it to make sense of your speed. The needle doesn’t flutter when the bow lifts or the wind picks up, so you always get a clean, honest read. It makes it easier to settle into a pace that feels right for the conditions, whether you’re cruising a shoreline or running across open water. Over time, it becomes one of those small things that makes the boat feel more predictable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1783\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003eOEM gauges keep the signal clean and accurate because they’re built around Mercury’s own systems. They tend to last longer and stay reliable after seasons of vibration, weather, and long days on the water. Most boaters stick with OEM simply because it removes the guesswork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2067\" data-end=\"2074\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2074\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e1. How can I tell if the speedometer’s starting to go bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eIf the needle sticks, hesitates, or suddenly drops out, the gauge is likely wearing down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2233\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e2. Does this gauge need calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2273\" data-end=\"2276\"\u003eMost rigs read correctly as soon as they’re wired up, but checking settings during install is always a smart move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2514\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003e3. How does it handle saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eA quick rinse after your ride keeps it working well through full saltwater seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2679\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003e4. Anything worth double-checking during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2577\"\u003eClean, tight signal and power connections make a noticeable difference in how smooth the needle feels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2810\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003e5. What does a failing gauge usually do on the water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eYou’ll see drifting readings, slow response, or random drops to zero.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936502403363,"sku":"79-8M6020039","price":64.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV1003033.jpg?v=1720533525","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-gauge-speed-45-79-8m6020039","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}