{"product_id":"mercury-kit-helm-lc-gps-8m0208458","title":"Mercury – Single Engine Helm Kit | GPS and Helm Harness | 8M0208458","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"71\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"71\"\u003eMercury – Single Engine Helm Kit | GPS and Helm Harness | 8M0208458\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"73\" data-end=\"76\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"471\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"93\"\u003eThis kit is an easy way to get a single-engine DTS helm set up without hunting down separate pieces. You get the GPS feed and the helm harness together, so the wiring ends up cleaner and a lot less confusing. It’s a nice option if you’re trying to keep the dash area simple instead of stacking extra parts behind it. Overall, it just makes the install feel more straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"476\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"982\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"478\" data-end=\"494\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"494\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"539\"\u003eGPS Included\u003c\/strong\u003e – Supplies the position data the system expects.\u003cbr data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"591\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eHelm Harness\u003c\/strong\u003e – Provides the main communication path to the helm.\u003cbr data-start=\"685\" data-end=\"688\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"714\" data-end=\"738\"\u003eSingle Engine Layout\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sized and designed for one-engine DTS rigs.\u003cbr data-start=\"784\" data-end=\"787\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"813\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eOEM Connectors\u003c\/strong\u003e – Factory plugs that seat cleanly and hold tight.\u003cbr data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e    • \u003cstrong data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"928\"\u003eAll-In-One Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bundles two pieces you’d normally order separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"989\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1023\"\u003e    • Digital Throttle and Shift\u003cbr data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003e    • Single engine\u003cbr data-start=\"1117\" data-end=\"1120\"\u003e    • DTS helm stations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1165\" data-end=\"1168\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1206\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Practical Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1209\"\u003eRunning both pieces from the same kit keeps the wiring more relaxed and predictable. The helm feels steadier because the system gets clean data and a solid path back to the engine. When you’re in there later doing any kind of service, the layout is simple enough that you’re not tracing wires in circles. It keeps things low-stress, both during install and down the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1585\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1885\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1587\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eWhy Buy OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1605\"\u003eOEM harnessing stays put, holds up to vibration, and avoids the random glitches that show up with off-brand gear. The connectors line up exactly the way Mercury designed, so you’re not fighting loose fits or odd behavior. It’s the kind of setup you can rely on once it’s in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1887\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eQ1: How do I know this is the kit I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"1950\"\u003eA: If you’re rigging a single-engine DTS setup and want both the GPS and helm harness in one shot, this kit covers it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eQ2: What if I only need the GPS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003eA: Use part number 8M6012227.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2219\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2140\" data-end=\"2185\"\u003eQ3: What if I just need the helm harness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eA: Order part number 8M0159746.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2321\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2221\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eQ4: Any install tips?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2246\" data-end=\"2249\"\u003eA: Give the harness an easy route behind the helm and avoid tight bends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2438\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2323\" data-end=\"2364\"\u003eQ5: How does it hold up in saltwater?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2364\" data-end=\"2367\"\u003eA: Rinse and check the connectors once in a while and it holds up fine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46935095148835,"sku":"8M0208458","price":347.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/PV907750.jpg?v=1720535066","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-kit-helm-lc-gps-8m0208458","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}