{"product_id":"mercury-alternator-8m6007498","title":"Mercury – 24 Volt 175 Amp Alternator | Heavy Duty Charging Series | Marine Grade Construction | 8M6007498","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eMercury – 24 Volt 175 Amp Alternator | Heavy Duty Charging Series | Marine Grade Construction | 8M6007498\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\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\"\u003e There is a special kind of comfort that comes when you glance at your gauges offshore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e everything looks steady. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eVoltage is solid, lights are bright, electronics are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eclear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, and you are not wondering \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the batteries will still have enough \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ein them\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e when you hit the starter again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e That is the quiet work a good alternator does for you all day long. You rarely see it, but you feel the difference when it is doing its job right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThis Mercury Marine part \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for boats that carry real electrical loads—radar, pumps, winches, navigation gear, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elights\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e that stay on long after sunset. With Mercury Marine part number 8M6007498 bolted to the engine, you will feel more relaxed about running what you need to run, when you need it, without babying the switches.\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\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eHigh output\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e alternator designed to keep \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etwenty four volt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e marine electrical systems charged\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eRated at one hundred \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eseventy five\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e amps for demanding engine and house loads\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eInternal regulator with external fan for controlled charging and steady cooling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ePlated fan, pulley, and hardware to resist corrosion in harsh marine environments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFlame arrestor screens that meet Marine SAE J1171 ignition protection standards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eEngineered as a Mercury Marine part to meet or exceed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eoriginal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e equipment \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emanufacturer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e output and durability\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\"\u003eFor use on various marine engine applications that specify a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etwenty four\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e volt, one hundred \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eseventy five\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e amp alternator\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eCommon on diesel inboard engines powering cruisers, trawlers, sportfishing boats, and commercial vessels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eWell suited\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e for workboats, charter boats, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elong range\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e cruisers with heavy electrical demands\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eA strong choice for refits where older charging systems are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ebeing upgraded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e to support modern electronics and accessories\u003c\/span\u003e\n\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\"\u003e In daily use, this alternator shows its value in how calm your electrical system feels. Voltage stays steady instead of wandering up and down. Batteries recover quickly after \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eengine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e starts, windlass use, or long anchor nights with lights and music playing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eYou will see it in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ethe way\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e your screens stay bright and sharp when you throttle up, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003einstead of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e dimming or flickering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eThe internal regulator helps the system charge smoothly, while the external fan and plated components keep things cool and protected in a hot, salty engine room. It is the kind of hardware you notice most when the weather turns ugly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e every pump, wiper, and light seems to be on at once. Instead of worrying about what to shut off, you can focus on steering, watching the seas, and keeping people safe. Installed correctly, the alternator feels tight and secure on its mounts, with a smooth, steady whir that quickly fades into the background noise of a healthy engine.\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\"\u003e When you are depending on your boat to carry you through the night, the charging system is not the place to experiment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eA genuine Mercury Marine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eoriginal equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e manufacturer alternator \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eis built\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003earound\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e the exact \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ekind of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e duty cycle and environment a marine engine sees.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It is not just a repurposed automotive unit; it is designed and tested for salt, heat, vibration, and long hours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIn the real world, that means fewer unexplained \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elow voltage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e alarms, less cooked wiring, and fewer surprise failures that leave you chasing electrical ghosts at the dock. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eIf a friend asked what to put on a boat that runs a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etwenty four\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e volt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e system with serious electrical needs, I would steer them toward a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etrue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eoriginal equipment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e alternator—and to part number 8M6007498 when it matches their engine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e It is the practical, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003elong term\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e choice for anyone who wants their boat ready to go when the lines come off.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFAQ\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 24 Volt 175 Amp Alternator 8M6007498 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\"\u003eThis Mercury Marine part is intended for various marine engine applications that call for a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003etwenty four\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e volt\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eone hundred \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eseventy five\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e amp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e alternator and specify part number 8M6007498 or a direct \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003ecross\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e in the service information.\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 It is built to original equipment manufacturer standards for output, cooling, and ignition protection, using \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emarine focused\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e materials and design rather than simply adapting an automotive alternator.\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 Check the label on your current alternator and your owner’s or service manual. If they list Mercury Marine part number 8M6007498, or show it as a direct replacement, you are choosing the right unit.\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\"\u003eThe plated hardware, flame arrestor screens, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003emarine grade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e construction are designed for both saltwater and freshwater use when \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003enormal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e maintenance and corrosion protection \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eare followed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e.\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 If you are comfortable working around belts, heavy cables, and tight engine spaces, installation is manageable. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003eFollow the service instructions, ensure all wiring is tight and secure, and verify belt tension so the alternator runs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esmooth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003esteady\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935062216995,"sku":"8M6007498","price":935.34,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/8m6007498_main.jpg?v=1760631499","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-alternator-8m6007498","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}