{"product_id":"mercury-gauge-speed-45-79-8m6020015","title":"Mercury – Speedometer 45 MPH | Boat Speed Monitoring | White Face | Chrome Bezel | 79-8M6020015","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"99\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"99\"\u003eMercury – Speedometer 45 MPH | Boat Speed Monitoring | White Face | Chrome Bezel | 79-8M6020015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"101\" data-end=\"104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"527\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"106\" data-end=\"118\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"118\" data-end=\"121\"\u003eThis 45-MPH speedometer gives you a clear, steady look at your pace without jumping around when the boat shifts. The needle moves with a slow, predictable sweep, so it’s easy to read with just a quick glance. Out on the water, the number you see usually matches the feel of the hull, which makes cruising or trimming out a little more comfortable. It’s a clean, simple gauge that fits right in on any dash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"529\" data-end=\"532\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"1025\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"534\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"550\" data-end=\"553\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e45-MPH Scale\u003c\/strong\u003e – Lays out speed in a clear, easy arc.\u003cbr data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"637\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"686\"\u003eSmooth Needle Sweep\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds steady through chop, turns, and throttle changes.\u003cbr data-start=\"744\" data-end=\"747\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"773\" data-end=\"794\"\u003eStandard Dash Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Drops cleanly into common dash openings.\u003cbr data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"840\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eBacklit Display\u003c\/strong\u003e – Stays readable when the light gets low.\u003cbr data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"930\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"956\" data-end=\"980\"\u003eMarine-Durable Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles spray, vibration, and regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1063\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1063\" data-end=\"1066\"\u003e    • FourStroke outboards\u003cbr data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1115\"\u003e    • Verado series\u003cbr data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e    • Pro XS engines\u003cbr data-start=\"1197\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e    • SmartCraft systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1249\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1650\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eOut on the water, this gauge makes it easier to fall into a steady pace without staring at the panel. The calm sweep means small changes stand out, and the reading doesn’t fight you when the hull moves. It’s the kind of gauge you look at quickly and get right back to watching the water ahead. Over time, it just becomes part of your normal rhythm on the boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1672\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1672\" data-end=\"1675\"\u003eOEM gauges match Mercury’s signal pattern exactly, which keeps the reading true. They hold up well to vibration, heat, and weather that tend to wear down cheaper versions. Most boaters prefer OEM simply because the information stays reliable season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1951\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1951\" data-end=\"1954\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e1. How do I know if the speedometer is starting to fail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eIf the needle sticks, drops out, or lags behind the boat’s feel, it’s probably wearing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2150\"\u003e2. Does this gauge need calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003eMost boats read correctly right away, but checking settings during installation is always smart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2358\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2251\" data-end=\"2286\"\u003e3. How does it do in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2286\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003eA quick rinse after your run helps it last through saltwater seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2360\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e4. Anything important during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2406\" data-end=\"2409\"\u003eClean, tight signal and power connections help keep the sweep smooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2480\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003e5. What does bad behavior usually look like?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2528\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eYou may see drifting numbers, slow response, or readings that bounce for no reason.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936503583011,"sku":"79-8M6020015","price":61.89,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV1003014.jpg?v=1720533528","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-gauge-speed-45-79-8m6020015","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}