{"product_id":"mercury-600hp-7-6l-v12-black-vented-splash-cover-8m0228528","title":"Mercury – Vented Splash Cover | Verado Series | Black Polysoft II Fabric | 8M0228528","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – Vented Splash Cover | Verado Series | Black Polysoft II Fabric | 8M0228528\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e600 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado isn’t the kind of engine you “try out.” It’s the kind you build a boat around. When you’re running that much power, you’re usually thinking about the run ahead, the weather window, and how the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eboat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e feels under you—not about what spray and sun are doing to your cowling. Still, those elements add up fast, especially when your days on the water are long and your pace is steady.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis Mercury vented splash cover \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis for boaters who want their\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e engine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eprotected\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e while it’s actually working.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It gives you that quiet confidence that the finish \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis shielded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e from mist, salt residue, and the little knocks that happen at the dock. You’ll feel it in the routine—cover on, engine ready, and your attention stays where it should: out on the water.\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\"\u003eProtects the outboard cowling finish while the boat is operating on the water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eManufactured from marine-grade Polysoft II fabric for tough, reliable protection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBlack finish that looks clean and hides everyday grime and water marks well\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWater-resistant, breathable, and ultraviolet-stable material helps resist sun fade and moisture buildup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eSide vents \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003edesigned\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to support airflow during running conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eExhaust ports built in for practical on-water operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCustom fit for Mercury \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e7.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e600 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado outboard engines\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 8M0228528\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\"\u003e7.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e600 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboard models\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBuilt for high-horsepower offshore and performance applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCommon on offshore center consoles, large sport fishing boats, luxury day boats, and high-end 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\"\u003eThis cover feels like it belongs on the engine. The fit is snug and secure, with a “locked-in” feel that inspires confidence when you’re running at speed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the stern is constantly taking mist. Instead of letting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003espray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e settle on the cowling and leave behind water spots and salt film, the cover becomes the barrier that takes the hit first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePolysoft II fabric has a rugged, marine-ready \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003efeel on the outside\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for ultraviolet exposure and the kind of day-to-day handling that comes with real boating. At the same time, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eit’s designed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to be easier on the finish than rough, generic covers, so you’re less likely to see rub marks or dull patches over time. That balance matters when you’re protecting a premium outboard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eBreathability is another detail you’ll appreciate, especially in humid conditions. The cover helps guard against moisture and grime without creating a sealed, trapped-feeling environment. And because it’s engineered specifically for running use, the side vents and exhaust ports keep things practical. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou can keep your \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003enormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e routine without constantly removing the cover \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ejust\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to operate the boat.\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\"\u003eWith an engine like this, don’t gamble on “close enough.” A genuine Mercury Marine part \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, tested, and built to match the Verado cowling correctly, so it fits right and wears evenly. That reduces the chances of flapping edges, stretched corners, or seams giving out early—problems that tend to show up when a cover \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eisn’t designed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for the engine it’s on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eOver the long haul, OEM is the cost-effective choice because it lasts longer and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eprotects\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e better.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to perform right the first time\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eit keeps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e your investment looking the way it should.\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\"\u003e7.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e600 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e outboard engines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Matching the engine model and part number is the 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 fit and functional design. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIt’s made\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for running use, with side vents and exhaust ports built in, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eit’s shaped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for the actual Verado cowling.\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 your engine is a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e7.6 liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e V12 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e600 horsepower\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e Verado, then match the Mercury Marine part number to 8M0228528.\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 in saltwater, rinsing afterward helps reduce residue and keep 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 owners can slip it on quickly without special tools. 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