Mercury – Power Trim Gauge | Trim Position Monitoring | White Face | Black Bezel | 79-8M6020054

Overview
This power trim gauge gives you a steady, natural read on where the engine’s sitting as you adjust trim. The needle moves with a smooth, predictable sweep, so you don’t have to wrestle with jumpy readings when the boat shifts. Out on the water, it becomes one of those quick glance-and-go checks—easy to read, easy to trust. It’s a simple tool that helps the boat feel a little more dialed in.

Key Features
    • Clear Trim Scale – Shows trim position on a clean, easy-to-follow range.
    • Smooth Needle Sweep – Stays steady through chop, turns, and throttle changes.
    • Standard Dash Fit – Drops neatly into common panel cutouts.
    • Backlit Display – Remains visible during early runs or low-light evenings.
    • Marine-Durable Build – Handles spray, vibration, and long days on the water.

Engine & Boat Compatibility
    • FourStroke outboards
    • Verado series
    • Pro XS engines
    • SmartCraft systems

Performance & Practical Benefits
On the water, the gauge makes dialing in trim feel more predictable. The steady sweep lets you see small changes clearly, which helps when you’re trying to lift the bow, smooth out the ride, or work through uneven water. It reads cleanly even when the hull shifts, so you get a true sense of what the engine’s doing. Over time, it becomes a quiet part of keeping the boat running the way you like.

Why Buy OEM
OEM gauges follow Mercury’s trim-sender signals accurately, which keeps readings reliable instead of drifting around. They hold up well to vibration, sun, and weather—things that usually wear cheaper gauges down. Most boaters stay with OEM because it keeps trim adjustments consistent.

FAQ
1. How do I know if the trim gauge is starting to fail?
If the needle sticks, freezes, or doesn’t change as you trim up or down, it’s likely wearing out.

2. Does this gauge need calibration?
Most setups read correctly right away, but checking the sender during installation is always smart.

3. How does it handle saltwater?
A quick rinse after each trip keeps it in good shape through saltwater seasons.

4. Anything to double-check during installation?
Clean grounds and snug signal wiring help the needle stay smooth.

5. What does inaccurate behavior usually look like?
You’ll see drifting readings, dead spots, or a needle that reacts slowly to trim changes.