SmartCraft® is Mercury Marines proprietary "engine language".
SmartCraft is carried on your CAN-P network.
SmartCraft® is Mercury Marines proprietary "engine language".
SmartCraft is carried on your CAN-P network.
May 2023 - Mercury Marine announced that they will be updating their Mercury & Quicksilver analog gauges.
The new refreshed gauges feature improved lighting, red backlighting for Mercury Marine gauges and blue backlighting for Quicksilver gauges. The newly designed diffuser rings distribute soft, even light across the face to improve visibility at night and improve readability in daylight.
Mercury & Quicksilver are offering a "Sport" and a "Classic" line. The classic line has chrome bezels only. The sport line has new brushed stainless bezels and matte black bezels. White or black faces are available for both.
Along with the new brushed steel bezel options, Mercury has modernized the bezel shapes and updated the graphics. The function, rigging, cutout and wiring of the new gauges will remain the same as the existing Flagship and Admiral gauges, just the look is changing. The previous versions will become NLA (no longer available).
The International Series gauges will not have replacements. If you have an International gauge you will need to choose from the new options.
All of the Mercury analog gauges at discounted pricing can be found here.
Well luckily we have the complete Mercruiser parts diagram lookup right on our site to make it very simple.
Step 1. Make sure you're on the page for your engine by using our serial number lookup. Simply type in your serial number at the top right of our site in the "Search by serial number" box.
Step 2. Once you're on the correct page you can either:
a. Search for "belt" in the "search for part name here" box, or b., Go to the alternator page where most serpentine belts are found.
Step 3. In this case below we are on the alternator page and there are several choices.
If you're on your phone or a mobile device it may look like this:
Either way, just hover over the spyglass under the Notes field.
The spyglass/Notes column will tell you important differences between the belts. In this case, this part # is for a Bravo with power steering and standard cooling. You can then click on the part number and see if there is a photo and more details.
If you're still not sure, please use the contact us box and include your engine serial number and we will help!
Summer 2022! Be extra careful in preparing your boat for outings on the water. A change in fuel availability could pose a risk to your boat’s engine and its warranty, so make sure you are checking ethanol-content labels at the gas pump.
E15 gasoline blend is usually restricted from sale during the summer. However, this year it will be available all year long at gas pumps across the U.S. for the first time in more than 10 years.
E15 gasoline contains up to 15% ethanol derived from corn and sometimes other grains or sugars. When the weather is sunny and hot, it can significantly increase the amount of summertime smog. This increase played a big part in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 2011 ban of the sale of E15 during summer months.
With the major global issues that led to inflation, gasoline has become one of the most affected products. As a countermeasure, President Biden announced an EPA policy waiver that permits the sale of E15 gasoline year round.
While it might be a worthwhile alternative for some cars and trucks, E15 is not a good option for marine engines. That’s because ethanol attracts water from condensation and the air, which in turn can wreak havoc on a combustion engine. Problems that can be caused by too much ethanol in fuel (more than 10%) include the following:
For these reasons and more, warranty coverage on a broad array of repairs and services will become void on any Mercury engine that has been shown to have been operated using fuel with an ethanol content of more than 10%.
In conclusion, please remember to check the ethanol-content labels at the gas pump. And to avoid serious damage to your engine and voiding some warranty coverages, be sure to only use gasoline with an ethanol content of 10% or less for your boat. Mercury offers an alcohol tester to find the ethanol/alcohol percentage in your gasoline. You can purchase one on our site here.
View all fuel system care products here.
Below is a list of Fuel and Fuel Systems FAQ's from Mercury Marines website:
QUESTION:
What is phase separation, and how do I deal with it?
If significant amounts of water are present in a fuel tank with gasoline that contains ethanol, the water will be drawn into the fuel until the saturation point is reached for the three-component mixture of water + gasoline + ethanol. Beyond this level of water, phase separation could cause most of the ethanol and water to separate from the bulk fuel and drop to the bottom of the tank, leaving gasoline with a significantly reduced level of ethanol in the upper phase. If the lower phase of water and ethanol is large enough to reach the fuel inlet, it could be pumped directly to the engine and cause significant problems. Even if the ethanol water phase at the bottom of the tank is not drawn into the fuel inlet, the reduced ethanol level of the fuel reduces the octane rating by as much as 3 octane numbers, which could result in engine problems.
The level at which phase separation can occur is determined by a number of variables, including the amount of ethanol, the composition of the fuel, the temperature of the environment and the presence of contaminants. It is very important (A) that the system is inspected for significant quantities of water in the tank before using gasoline with ethanol and (B) to limit exposure of the fuel tank to excess water. If phase separation has occurred, it is necessary to completely remove all free water from the system and replace the fuel before continuing operation. Otherwise, engine problems could occur.
Is an additive available that can prevent phase separation?
There is no practical additive that can prevent phase separation from occurring. The only practical solution is to keep water from accumulating in the tank in the first place.
Should I add an additional fine-micron filter to the system to prevent debris from entering the engine?
The addition of another filter to the system will create another possible flow restriction that can starve the engine of fuel. Mercury already provides the appropriate level of filtration to protect the engine from debris.
Are older fuel lines prone to failure from ethanol-based fuels? What about gaskets?
During the 1980s, many rubber components for use in fuel systems were developed to withstand exposure to fuels containing ethanol. If rubber components in a fuel system are suspected to be of this vintage or older it may be advisable to replace them with newer ethanol-safe components before using fuels containing ethanol. Check with the manufacturer for advice or frequently inspect these fuel-system components for signs of swelling or deterioration and replace if problems are noted.
Can ethanol-blended fuels affect the performance of traditional carbureted two-stroke outboards?
Two-stroke outboards should experience little or no decrease in performance due to gasoline fuels containing up to 10-percent ethanol when operated according to Mercury's standard recommendations. When gasoline with ethanol is used for the first time after a fuel changeover from MTBE, the tank must be completely free of water prior to introduction of gasoline with ethanol. Otherwise, phase separation could occur that could cause filter plugging or damage to the engine. (It is probably better for a boat owner to fill the fuel tanks with ethanol fuel for the first time when the tank is low on fuel, but that is not critical. There should be no difficulties if the tank is clean and free from water. If the tank is not free from water, a partial load of fuel will more easily phase separate because with less ethanol in place it takes less water to cause phase separation. The important thing for boaters to concern themselves with is the presence of water in their tanks.)
If an engine is a 1990 or older model, frequent inspections of all fuel-system components are advised to identify any signs of leakage, softening, hardening, swelling or corrosion. If any sign of leakage or deterioration is observed, replacement of the affected components is required before further operation.
How does ethanol affect my fiberglass fuel tank?
Fiberglass tanks manufactured prior to 1991 may not be compatible with gasoline containing ethanol. It has been reported that, in the presence of ethanol, some resins may be drawn out of fiberglass and carried into the engine where severe damage could occur. If an older fiberglass tank is used, check with the manufacturer to determine if gasoline with ethanol can be safely used.
Ethanol is replacing MTBE in my region - what should I do?
Before gasoline with ethanol is introduced to your fuel tank, ask your boat manufacturer if any special precautions should be considered with the use of fuel containing ethanol. Check for the presence of water in the fuel tank. If any is found, remove all water and dry the tank completely. As a precaution, it is advisable to carry a few extra filters in case filter plugging becomes a problem during boating.
Are there any additives that can allow the phase-separated mixture to remix when added to the fuel tank?
No, the only way to avoid further problems is to remove the water, dispose of the depleted fuel, clean the tank and start with a fresh, dry load of fuel.
Is there a simple solution to water condensation in the tank as a result of ethanol?
It is best to maintain a full tank of fuel when the engine is not in use. This will reduce the void space above the fuel and will reduce the flow of air in and out of the tank with changes in temperature. This will reduce condensation on the internal walls of the tank and will limit exposure of the ethanol in the fuel to humidity and condensation.
Will the use of fuels containing ethanol void my engine warranty?
Fuels containing up to 10 percent ethanol are considered acceptable for use in Mercury engines. Fuels containing higher levels of ethanol are not considered acceptable for use, and the use of fuels containing ethanol higher than 10 percent can void the warranty.
Mercury offers an Alcohol Tester (see image below) to find the ethanol/alcohol percentage in gasoline.
What should be done when storing boats with ethanol-blended fuels for extended periods?
Follow the instructions for normal storage preparation found in the Warranty Information and Operation and Maintenance manuals. When preparing to store a boat for extended periods of two months or more, it is best to completely remove all fuel from the tank. If it is difficult or not possible to remove the fuel, maintaining a full tank of fuel with a fuel stabilizer added to provide fuel stability and corrosion protection is recommended. It is best to add the stabilizer and fuel treatment to the tank at the recommended dosage, run the engine for 10 minutes to allow the system to be cleaned, shut off the fuel valve to interrupt the fuel supply and allow the engine to run until it stops, and top off the tank until it’s full to reduce the amount of exchange with the air that might bring in condensation. Do not cap the tank vent and do not fill with fuel to the point of overflowing. Some extra space should be maintained in the tank to allow for expansion and contraction of the fuel with temperature changes. A partially full tank is not recommended because the void space above the fuel allows air movement that can bring in water through condensation as the air temperature moves up and down. This condensation could potentially become a problem.
Mercury Marine Quickstor can help maintain fuel systems in storage. Quickstor contains oxidation inhibitors to reduce oxidation and gum formation, metal-chelating agents to protect metal components from corrosion, and water-absorbing agents to reduce the presence of free water.
Mercury Marine is proud to announce the revolutionary new V12 Verado with an impressive 600 horsepower! The 7.6L Verado Outboard is the most powerfule and most advanced outboard on the market.
Mercury Marine has implemented game changers like the steerable gearcase and 2 speed automatic transmission for the ultimate outboard driving experience. Read more about the V12 Verado here
Watch the complete video unveiling this beast here!
Mercury Marine often refers to "Link Gauges", "System Link Gauges" or "SC100 System Link Gauges". What does this mean?
These are the small 85 mm (3 3/8") OR 52 mm (2 1/8") SmartCraft gauges such as water temperature, oil temperature, trim, oil level, etc. SmartCraft Link Gauges are basically any gauge besides the tachometer or speedometer.
The SC100 Link gauges allow you to monitor vital engine and boat functions digitally. These are commonly referred to being "daisy chained" between other SmartCraft products using plug-in connections. The SC100 gauges can be connected to a MercMonitro, System Monitor or a SC1000 System Tachometer.
The SC100 System Link gauges come with plastic faces and interface with analog gauges to let you track your vital engine and boat functions digitally.
If you're thinking of upgrading your displays in your boat and want to get a VesselView then you will need to check to see if the kit you're ordering includes a VesselView Link to talk to your Link gauges.
One of the most commonly asked questions is "where can I find my serial number?". Well that depends.
If you have an older model Mercruiser STERNDRIVE or INBOARD engine, most likely it will be on a little tag on the block near the starter.
It's not the easiest to locate! Sometimes it's near the flywheel. Sometimes it's on the flame arrestor. All we can tell you is once you find it, save that number somewhere safe! Then bookmark the page on our site after you input your serial number into our parts lookup by serial number so you can easily go to your parts diagrams.
If you have a Mercury reman engine it should be on the block near the starter.
If you have a Mercury OUTBOARD ENGINE it's not such a big deal. The serial number is on the transom bracket on most outboards.
FINDING DRIVE SERIAL NUMBERS
Now if you need your STERNDRIVE serial number that's usually pretty easy depending on the year the drive was made. Usually it's stamped on a sticker on the top side of the drive. See below for locations for your drive and transom.
Mercury and Mercruiser serial numbers are generally a number, a letter and then 6 digits except for older products which may just be digits. For example, newer outboard serial numbers are something like: 3A123456, 2A987654, etc. Older sterndrive products are something like: 0M123456, 0W987654, etc.
Use the Contact Us tab for questions!
QUICKSILVER HISTORY
So, it comes down to a matter of personal preference, availability and price for the consumer. We carry both products on our site at discounted prices. Be aware though that Mercury Marine sells many of their parts in Quicksilver packaging so as a dealer, we have no choice on how it's packaged. If you'll look closely at the bottom of every package it usually says: "Products of Mercury Marine™, Fond du Lac, WI 54936-1939". For example, this key has one part number only and can only be ordered with this part number which comes in "Quicksilver" packaging. It's a Mercury key with a Mercury part number, totally OEM. You can't order it any other way. There is no other version/packaging.
BAM Marine was one of the lucky dealers to be invited to the preview and product training session on Mercury's unveiling of the new 175, 200 and 225 HP fourstroke V6 outboard motor held on February 14th, at the Doubletree Biscayne hotel in Miami.
So many cool things about this motor...where do we start? Well first of all it's a V6 AND a fourstroke.
Can you say QUIET? We saw the engine in the water on a demo boat and couldn't believe it was running. According to Mercury Marine, the 200 HP FourStroke is 15-30% quieter with 50% less vibration than the leading fourstroke competitor. We saw it firsthand.
LIGHT. Wow. The 225 HP V6 is 60 pounds lighter than the competition!
Fuel EFFICIENT. Superior fuel economy to save you money. Advanced Range Optimization (ARO) automatically adjusts fuel delivery to improve your cruise speed fuel efficiency. 12-16% better cruising fuel economy than the leading competitor.
INNOVATIVE features.
DESIGN. Well thought out. Mercury took into consideration all of the feedback they have acquired from outboard owners over the years. Finally, someone designed the outboard so you don't have to remove the entire cowling just to check your oil! Simply lift up the top cowl service door and voila!...oil check. They also added a really cool option of enabling the owner to customize their engines. You can purchase fatory-painted accent panels or customize yourself.
LOW MAINTENANCE.
These engines were designed to be powerful, light, compact and fuel-efficient – truly precision engineered from skeg to cowl. Mercury really had the repower consumer in mind when designing these to fit the 26 inch mounting centers commonly found on older boats.
Call us or email us for pricing and availability.
Mercury Racing has released a list of racing propeller part numbers that will soon be NLA (no longer available).
Mercury Racing has introduced several new propeller models that have seen unprecedented demand such as the new Bravo One derivatives, the Revolution 4 XP, MAX 5 and CNC Cleaver props. In order to keep up with demand they must eliminate part numbers and propeller families where demand has declined due to product changes in the marketplace and/or migration to other propeller models.
The props that will not be made anymore are here. They will stop production of these racing propellers on December 15th, 2017. If you would like to order any of these props, please order before December 8th to ensure you get the prop you need. Shop for propellers at discounted prices here.