Mercury MerCruiser OEM Black Engine & Drive Paint 8M0152294

Mercury MerCruiser OEM Black Engine & Drive Paint 8M0152294

Part Number: 8M0152294
Brand: Mercury Marine / Quicksilver
Official Product Type: OEM Engine & Drive Touch-Up Paint Black
System: Cosmetic Maintenance / Corrosion Protection
Color: Mercury factory black (matches OEM engine and drive finish)

About This Product

This is the genuine Mercury OEM black touch-up paint formulated to match the factory black finish used on Mercury outboard engines and MerCruiser sterndrive components. Whether youre touching up a scratch on a lower unit, refinishing a bracket after hardware removal, or restoring a worn engine surface, this paint is produced to Mercurys OEM color specification so the result blends with the original finish. Beyond cosmetics, keeping bare metal covered protects against the accelerated corrosion that the marine environment causes on exposed surfaces.

Compatible Applications

• Mercury outboard engine cowl brackets, midsections, and lower units
• MerCruiser sterndrive housings, brackets, and drive components
• Mercury engine mounting hardware and transom brackets
• Lower units and gearcases with factory black finish
• Any Mercury or MerCruiser component originally finished in factory black

Mercury offers several black paint variants depending on engine generation, including Phantom Black gloss enamel for cowl and exterior surfaces. If exact color matching is critical, confirm your engine model and serial number before ordering to ensure you select the correct black formulation for your application.

Color Match Note

Mercury uses different black formulations across engine generations and component types. Part number 8M0152294 is the standard OEM black for engine and drive components. For high-gloss cowl or exterior surfaces, see the Quicksilver Phantom Black Gloss Enamel Paint 802878Q1. When in doubt, confirm your engine model and serial number to identify the correct paint code.

Surface Preparation

For a durable, professional result:

1. Clean and degrease the surface thoroughly remove all oil, salt residue, and contamination
2. Sand lightly with fine-grit sandpaper to remove loose paint and improve adhesion
3. Apply marine primer if bare metal is exposed see the Quicksilver Paint Primer 8M0152306 for a compatible OEM primer
4. Apply several thin coats rather than one heavy coat for an even, durable finish
5. Allow full cure time before exposing the surface to water or fuel

Related Parts

• Quicksilver Paint Primer 8M0152306 compatible OEM primer for bare metal prep
• Quicksilver Phantom Black Gloss Enamel Paint 802878Q1 high-gloss black for cowl and exterior surfaces
• Quicksilver Corrosion Guard Spray 8M0152310 protective coating for metal surfaces after painting

Technical FAQ

Is this the same black as the engine cowl?
Not necessarily. Mercury uses different black formulations for different surfaces the cowl exterior typically uses a high-gloss enamel (such as Phantom Black 802878Q1), while engine and drive components use a different finish. Confirm your application before ordering.

Do I need primer before applying this paint?
On bare or sanded metal, yes. A compatible marine primer improves adhesion and corrosion resistance significantly. The Quicksilver Paint Primer 8M0152306 is the recommended OEM primer for use with Mercury paints.

How many coats should I apply?
Two to three thin coats typically produce the best result. Allow each coat to flash off before applying the next. A single heavy coat is more likely to run and will not cure as evenly.

Will this paint hold up in saltwater?
Yes, when properly applied over a clean, primed surface. Mercury formulates this paint for the marine environment. Proper surface prep especially degreasing and priming bare metal is the most important factor in long-term durability.

Parts Desk Insights

Best use case: This paint is the right choice for touching up scratches, chips, or worn areas on Mercury engine and drive components that carry the factory black finish particularly lower units, midsections, and mounting hardware that take cosmetic damage from normal use. Its also the correct product to use after any service work that required removing hardware and exposed bare metal.

Common issues: The most frequent issue is customers ordering this paint for a cowl or high-gloss exterior surface where the Phantom Black gloss enamel is the correct product the two finishes are different and will not match if mixed. A second common issue is skipping primer on bare metal, which leads to poor adhesion and early paint failure. Always recommend the primer alongside this paint when bare metal is involved.