{"product_id":"mercury-gauge-water-temp-79-8m6020070","title":"Mercury – Water Temperature Gauge C–H (120–240°F) | Cooling System Monitoring | White Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020070","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"96\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"96\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eMercury – Water Temperature Gauge C–H (120–240°F) | Cooling System Monitoring | White Face | Brushed Bezel | 79-8M6020070\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"101\" data-start=\"98\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"543\" data-start=\"103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"115\" data-start=\"103\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"118\" data-start=\"115\"\u003eThis 120–240°F water-temperature gauge gives you a steady read on how warm the engine’s running without jumping every time the boat moves. The needle has a slow, predictable sweep, so even small changes are easy to catch with a quick look. Out on the water, it reacts the way you expect—whether you’re trimming up, running through chop, or easing around a marina. It’s a simple gauge that helps you stay ahead of heat issues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"548\" data-start=\"545\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1058\" data-start=\"550\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"566\" data-start=\"550\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"569\" data-start=\"566\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"614\" data-start=\"595\"\u003e120–240°F Scale\u003c\/strong\u003e – Covers the heat range most marine engines operate in.\u003cbr data-end=\"673\" data-start=\"670\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"722\" data-start=\"699\"\u003eSmooth Needle Sweep\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds steady through chop, turns, and throttle changes.\u003cbr data-end=\"783\" data-start=\"780\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"830\" data-start=\"809\"\u003eStandard Dash Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fits cleanly in common dash openings.\u003cbr data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"870\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"918\" data-start=\"899\"\u003eBacklit Display\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy to read when light is low.\u003cbr data-end=\"955\" data-start=\"952\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"1005\" data-start=\"981\"\u003eMarine-Durable Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles spray, vibration, and changing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1063\" data-start=\"1060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1277\" data-start=\"1065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1096\" data-start=\"1065\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1099\" data-start=\"1096\"\u003e    • FourStroke outboards\u003cbr data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"1145\"\u003e    • Verado series\u003cbr data-end=\"1190\" data-start=\"1187\"\u003e    • Pro XS engines\u003cbr data-end=\"1233\" data-start=\"1230\"\u003e    • SmartCraft systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1664\" data-start=\"1284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"1284\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1323\" data-start=\"1320\"\u003eOn the water, this gauge helps you notice rising temps early, especially when running shallow or kicking up weeds. The sweep is calm enough that real changes stand out, but not so sensitive that it jumps around. It’s easy to glance at while cruising or trimming the boat out. Over time, it becomes a quiet part of keeping the engine healthy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1669\" data-start=\"1666\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2007\" data-start=\"1671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1686\" data-start=\"1671\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1689\" data-start=\"1686\"\u003eOEM gauges follow Mercury’s sender signals the way they’re meant to, which keeps the reading steady instead of drifting. They hold up well to vibration, salt, heat, and weather—conditions that usually expose weaker gauges. Most boaters stick with OEM because it keeps their information trustworthy season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2012\" data-start=\"2009\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2178\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2021\" data-start=\"2014\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2024\" data-start=\"2021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2080\" data-start=\"2024\"\u003e1. How do I know the temperature gauge is going bad?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2083\" data-start=\"2080\"\u003eIf the needle sticks, barely moves, or doesn’t change as the engine warms, it’s likely failing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2319\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2220\" data-start=\"2180\"\u003e2. Does this gauge need calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2223\" data-start=\"2220\"\u003eMost rigs read correctly right away, but checking the sender connection during install is smart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2441\" data-start=\"2321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2361\" data-start=\"2321\"\u003e3. How does it handle saltwater use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2364\" data-start=\"2361\"\u003eA quick rinse after each run helps it hold up well through saltwater seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2579\" data-start=\"2443\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2489\" data-start=\"2443\"\u003e4. Anything important during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2492\" data-start=\"2489\"\u003eClean connections and a solid ground help the needle move smoothly and read accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2713\" data-start=\"2581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2641\" data-start=\"2581\"\u003e5. What does overheating usually look like on the gauge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2644\" data-start=\"2641\"\u003eThe needle will creep toward the upper end and stay there under load.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936499257635,"sku":"79-8M6020070","price":49.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV1003052.jpg?v=1720533535","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-ca\/products\/mercury-gauge-water-temp-79-8m6020070","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}