{"product_id":"mercury-gauge-water-temp-79-8m6020059","title":"Mercury – Water Temperature Gauge C–H (60–200°F) | Cooling System Monitoring | White Face | Black Bezel | 79-8M6020059","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"95\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eMercury – Water Temperature Gauge C–H (60–200°F) | Cooling System Monitoring | White Face | Black Bezel | 79-8M6020059\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"100\" data-start=\"97\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"537\" data-start=\"102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"114\" data-start=\"102\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"117\" data-start=\"114\"\u003eThis 60–200°F water-temperature gauge gives you a steady, no-nonsense read on how warm the engine’s running. The needle moves with an easy, predictable sweep, so you can spot changes without staring at it. Out on the water, it reacts the way you’d expect when you trim up, idle through a channel, or push into wind chop. It’s the kind of gauge you end up checking out of habit—quick look, clear answer, back to the ride.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"542\" data-start=\"539\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1081\" data-start=\"544\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"560\" data-start=\"544\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"563\" data-start=\"560\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"607\" data-start=\"589\"\u003e60–200°F Range\u003c\/strong\u003e – Covers the everyday temperature window most engines run in.\u003cbr data-end=\"672\" data-start=\"669\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"724\" data-start=\"698\"\u003eSmooth Needle Movement\u003c\/strong\u003e – Holds steady through chop, turns, and trim changes.\u003cbr data-end=\"781\" data-start=\"778\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"807\"\u003eStandard Dash Fit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Drops cleanly into common dash cutouts.\u003cbr data-end=\"873\" data-start=\"870\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"915\" data-start=\"899\"\u003eBacklit Face\u003c\/strong\u003e – Easy to see during low-light mornings or late returns.\u003cbr data-end=\"975\" data-start=\"972\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-end=\"1025\" data-start=\"1001\"\u003eMarine-Durable Build\u003c\/strong\u003e – Handles vibration, spray, and long days on the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1086\" data-start=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1300\" data-start=\"1088\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1119\" data-start=\"1088\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1122\" data-start=\"1119\"\u003e    • FourStroke outboards\u003cbr data-end=\"1171\" data-start=\"1168\"\u003e    • Verado series\u003cbr data-end=\"1213\" data-start=\"1210\"\u003e    • Pro XS engines\u003cbr data-end=\"1256\" data-start=\"1253\"\u003e    • SmartCraft systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1305\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1769\" data-start=\"1307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1343\" data-start=\"1307\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1346\" data-start=\"1343\"\u003eOn the water, this gauge helps you stay ahead of heat-related problems by giving you an honest, steady temperature read. Small changes show up clearly, which makes a difference when running shallow, dealing with weeds, or working the engine on a hot day. It’s easy to check without breaking your focus, and it quickly becomes part of your regular scan across the dash. It simply keeps you in tune with how the engine feels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1774\" data-start=\"1771\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2058\" data-start=\"1776\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1791\" data-start=\"1776\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1794\" data-start=\"1791\"\u003eOEM gauges follow Mercury’s sender signals accurately, so the number you see is the number you can trust. They hold up better to vibration, heat, and weather than bargain options. Most boaters prefer OEM because it keeps the information steady season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2063\" data-start=\"2060\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2229\" data-start=\"2065\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2072\" data-start=\"2065\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2075\" data-start=\"2072\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2141\" data-start=\"2075\"\u003e1. How do I know if the temperature gauge is starting to fail?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2144\" data-start=\"2141\"\u003eIf the needle sticks, barely moves, or jumps around, the gauge is likely wearing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2380\" data-start=\"2231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2271\" data-start=\"2231\"\u003e2. Does this gauge need calibration?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2274\" data-start=\"2271\"\u003eMost setups read correctly right away, but checking your sender and wiring during install is always smart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2503\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2418\" data-start=\"2382\"\u003e3. How does it handle saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2421\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003eA quick rinse after each run keeps it working well through full saltwater seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2634\" data-start=\"2505\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2551\" data-start=\"2505\"\u003e4. Anything important during installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2554\" data-start=\"2551\"\u003eClean wiring and a solid ground help the needle move smoothly and stay accurate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2779\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2697\" data-start=\"2636\"\u003e5. What does overheating usually look like on this gauge?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2700\" data-start=\"2697\"\u003eThe needle climbs toward the upper end and doesn’t settle back down under load.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936499945763,"sku":"79-8M6020059","price":49.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV1003080.jpg?v=1720533534","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-gauge-water-temp-79-8m6020059","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}