{"product_id":"mercury-400hp-5-7l-v10-white-vented-splash-cover-8m0228527","title":"Mercury – Vented Splash Cover | Verado Series | White Polysoft II Fabric | 8M0228527","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Vented Splash Cover | Verado Series | White Polysoft II Fabric | 8M0228527\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 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e400 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado has a presence back there on the transom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to run hard, stay composed, and carry you through the kind of water that makes smaller rigs slow down. And if you’ve got the bright white cowling, you already know it looks incredible\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e… \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eright up until the first salty mist, water spots, or dock rub shows up. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis splash cover is for boaters who \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eactually\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e use their boats and still want their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eengine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to look like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eit’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e been\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e respected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWhat this Mercury Marine part gives you is that calm, settled feeling that your finish is protected while you’re underway. You don’t have to change your habits. You don’t have to baby it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ejust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e cover it, run the boat, and let the cover take the abuse instead of the cowling.\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\"\u003eDesigned to protect 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 tough coverage with a surface-friendly feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBright white finish that pairs naturally with white Verado cowling styles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWater-resistant, breathable, and ultraviolet-stable material helps fight sun fade and moisture buildup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSide vents support airflow while the engine is running\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eExhaust ports built in for practical running use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSwitch access included \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003enormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e controls remain easy to reach\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCustom fit for Mercury \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e5.7 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V10 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e400 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado outboard models\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 8M0228527\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\"\u003e5.7 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V10 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e400 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboard engines\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBuilt for high-horsepower applications in nearshore and offshore conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCommon on offshore center consoles, large bay boats, performance fishing boats, and family cruisers\u003c\/span\u003e\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\"\u003eThe real value of a splash cover shows up over time, not in the first five minutes. With this one, the fit feels snug and secure, so it stays steady when you’re running \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the stern is constantly catching mist. Instead of letting water \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003espot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e and salt film settle into the finish, the cover becomes the layer that takes it first. On a white cowling, that’s a big deal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePolysoft II fabric has a confident, durable feel on the outside, built to handle sun, spray, and everyday knocks. But it’s also designed to be easier on the finish than rougher materials, which helps reduce the rub marks that can dull a cowling over a season of use. Because it’s breathable, it doesn’t trap moisture the way some heavy covers do, especially after a wet ride back to the dock.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAnd it’s made for running use, not just storage. Side vents help maintain airflow, exhaust ports keep things functional, and switch access means you’re not peeling the cover off every time you need to do something simple. It’s protection that feels natural—smooth, secure, and quietly dependable.\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\"\u003eCovers live and die by fit. A genuine Mercury Marine part is designed around the actual Verado cowling shape and tested for real boating conditions. That usually means better long-term wear, fewer annoying shifts at speed, and fewer weak spots developing at the seams.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eAftermarket covers can vary a lot in cut and material quality. Some fit “close enough” until they stretch or flap. With OEM, you’re buying the cover that \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ewas built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to match the engine—so it fits right, performs right, and stays easier to live with. In the long run, that’s the cost-effective choice.\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 fits Mercury Verado \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e5.7 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V10 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e400 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboard engines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e The part number is your best confirmation.\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 design and testing. You get a secure, engine-specific fit plus vents, exhaust ports, and switch access designed for operating on the water.\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\"\u003eConfirm you have a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e5.7 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V10 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e400 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado, then match the part number to 8M0228527.\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 saltwater often, rinsing afterward helps reduce residue and keeps the cover cleaner.\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 slip it on quickly without special tools. After the first time, it becomes a simple routine step.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53604196057379,"sku":"8M0228527","price":262.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/8M0228527_cd3b75cc-5457-443b-b3e8-342ce7b35834.webp?v=1746109996","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-400hp-5-7l-v10-white-vented-splash-cover-8m0228527","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}