{"product_id":"mercury-gauge-water-temp-79-8m6020047","title":"Mercury – Water Temperature Gauge C–H (60–200°F) | Cooling System Monitoring | Black Face | Brushed Bezel |\u0026nbsp;79-8M6020047","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"95\"\u003eMercury – Water Temperature Gauge C–H (60–200°F) | Cooling System Monitoring | Black Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020047\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"97\" data-end=\"100\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"502\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"114\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"114\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eThis 60–200°F water-temperature gauge gives you a clean, steady look at how warm the engine’s running. The needle moves in a slow, predictable sweep instead of jumping around when the boat rocks, so small changes are easy to spot. Out on the water, it becomes a quick habit—glance down, get the info, and keep going. It’s simple, reliable, and fits right into a normal day on the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"507\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"1006\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"509\" data-end=\"525\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"528\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"554\" data-end=\"572\"\u003e60–200°F Scale\u003c\/strong\u003e – Shows the temperature range most engines run in.\u003cbr data-start=\"623\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"652\" data-end=\"678\"\u003eSmooth Needle Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds steady through chop and throttle changes.\u003cbr data-start=\"728\" data-end=\"731\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"757\" data-end=\"778\"\u003eStandard Dash Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Drops easily into common dash openings.\u003cbr data-start=\"820\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eBacklit Display\u003c\/strong\u003e – Clear and readable when the light drops off.\u003cbr data-start=\"915\" data-end=\"918\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"944\" data-end=\"968\"\u003eMarine-Durable Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles vibration, spray, and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1008\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1044\" data-end=\"1047\"\u003e    • FourStroke outboards\u003cbr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e    • Verado series\u003cbr data-start=\"1135\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003e    • Pro XS engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e    • SmartCraft systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1230\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1232\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eOn the water, this gauge helps you spot warming trends early, especially when you’re trimming high or running through weeds. Because the sweep is calm, real changes stand out right away. It’s easy to check mid-cruise without breaking your flow. Over time, it becomes one of those simple checks that keeps the engine running comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1881\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1632\"\u003eOEM gauges read Mercury’s sender signal the way it’s meant to be read, which keeps the temperature honest. They hold up better to vibration, heat, and weather than bargain replacements. Most boaters stay with OEM because it keeps them from guessing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1883\" data-end=\"1886\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"2035\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1898\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e1. How do I know if the gauge is going bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1948\"\u003eIf the needle sticks, barely moves, or spikes for no clear reason, it’s likely failing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2174\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003e2. Does this gauge need calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2077\" data-end=\"2080\"\u003eUsually it reads correctly right away, but checking the sender during install is always smart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2176\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003e3. How does it handle saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2212\" data-end=\"2215\"\u003eA rinse after each run helps it last through heavy saltwater use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2282\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e4. Anything to double-check during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eClean grounds and snug wiring keep the sweep smooth and accurate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2546\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2404\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e5. What does overheating look like on this gauge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eThe needle creeps toward the top of the scale and doesn’t settle back down under load.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936500240675,"sku":"79-8M6020047","price":49.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV1002987_3.jpg?v=1698797830","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-gauge-water-temp-79-8m6020047","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}