{"product_id":"mercury-reed-block-assy-828623t6","title":"Mercury – Quicksilver 828623T6 Reed Assembly | Mercury 200–250HP OptiMax 2-Stroke Outboards | 828623T6","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"108\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"106\"\u003eMercury – Quicksilver 828623T6 Reed Assembly | Mercury 200–250HP OptiMax 2-Stroke Outboards | 828623T6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"110\" data-end=\"113\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"131\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"355\"\u003eYour reeds are the gatekeepers of airflow and power in a two-stroke engine. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"252\"\u003eQuicksilver 828623T6 Reed Assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e restores crisp throttle response and strong top-end pull in \u003cstrong data-start=\"313\" data-end=\"352\"\u003eMercury 200–250HP OptiMax outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"691\"\u003eThis OEM reed block is cast from durable aluminum and built to Mercury’s exact specifications. Each reed petal is engineered to flex precisely for the right air\/fuel flow, improving performance, acceleration, and fuel economy. Whether you’re chasing speed or reliability, this assembly keeps your engine breathing the way it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"693\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"720\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"723\" data-end=\"735\"\u003ePurpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Restores airflow and performance by ensuring precise intake timing in your two-stroke engine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"959\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"834\" data-end=\"847\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constructed from \u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"891\"\u003ehigh-strength aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e with lightweight, flexible reed petals for efficient air control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"1080\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"962\" data-end=\"978\"\u003ePerformance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers smooth acceleration, sharper throttle response, and consistent power across the RPM range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-balanced reed block assembly designed for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1145\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003eMercury 200–250HP OptiMax 2-strokes\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1190\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eEase of Use \/ Install:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct replacement — bolts in cleanly using existing hardware and gasket surfaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1312\" data-end=\"1343\"\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Boat Compatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eMercury OptiMax 200HP, 225HP, and 250HP 2-stroke outboards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1489\"\u003eCommon on offshore center consoles, bass boats, and performance fishing rigs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1539\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003ePerformance \u0026amp; Real-World Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003e828623T6 reed assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e brings your engine’s intake system back to life. Over time, reeds can chip or lose tension, causing poor idle, hesitation, or reduced power. Replacing them with a genuine Mercury assembly restores proper air pulse timing and maximum efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1819\" data-end=\"1979\"\u003eYou’ll notice smoother running at idle, cleaner acceleration, and a stronger pull at wide-open throttle — all while maintaining Mercury’s factory reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1981\" data-end=\"1984\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1986\" data-end=\"2010\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2008\"\u003eWhy Choose OEM\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2011\" data-end=\"2201\"\u003eMercury’s reed assemblies are cast and tuned for their specific engine designs. Aftermarket replacements might not flex or seal the same, leading to uneven airflow and reduced performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2337\"\u003eA \u003cstrong data-start=\"2205\" data-end=\"2242\"\u003egenuine Quicksilver reed assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e ensures exact fit, durable materials, and the performance your OptiMax was built to deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2339\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2344\" data-end=\"2357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2348\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2487\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2422\"\u003eQ1: What engines fit the Quicksilver 828623T6 reed assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003eA: It fits \u003cstrong data-start=\"2436\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003eMercury 200–250HP OptiMax 2-stroke outboards\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eQ2: What’s it made from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003eA: The reed block is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003ecast aluminum\u003c\/strong\u003e with precision-engineered reed petals for maximum performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2756\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2668\"\u003eQ3: What are the symptoms of bad reeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2668\" data-end=\"2671\"\u003eA: Rough idle, hesitation, loss of power, or fuel spitting back through the intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eQ4: Can I install it myself?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003eA: Yes. It’s a direct replacement that bolts into the intake system using standard tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"3021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2919\"\u003eQ5: Why OEM over aftermarket?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2919\" data-end=\"2922\"\u003eA: OEM assemblies fit perfectly, last longer, and deliver consistent power and throttle response.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mercury","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46936105222435,"sku":"828623T6","price":162.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/7410\/9475\/files\/828623t6_main-1.jpg?v=1760631245","url":"https:\/\/partsvu.com\/en-mx\/products\/mercury-reed-block-assy-828623t6","provider":"PartsVu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}