{"product_id":"mercury-distributor-rotor-8m6001253","title":"Mercury Distributor Rotor – 8M6001253","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"78\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eMercury MerCruiser Quicksilver 8M6001253 is a genuine OEM distributor rotor for marinized General Motors V8 MerCruiser engines using Delco High Energy Ignition (HEI) systems. Mercury’s current product information identifies it as the correct rotor for GM-based V8 applications with this ignition family. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"882\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"458\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eGenuine Mercury MerCruiser Quicksilver OEM part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eDistributor rotor for GM V8 marine applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"562\" data-end=\"610\"\u003eFor Delco High Energy Ignition (HEI) systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"701\"\u003eHigh strength-to-weight rotor design for durability and resistance to thermal cracking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eCoated brass rotor blade designed to help resist RFI interference with onboard electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"882\"\u003eUse with Quicksilver distributor cap 808483T3 \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"884\" data-end=\"1293\"\u003eEngine Compatibility\u003cbr data-start=\"904\" data-end=\"907\"\u003eFits marinized General Motors V8 MerCruiser engines equipped with Delco High Energy Ignition (HEI) systems. Some aftermarket listings also describe it specifically on 1993–1998 MerCruiser 5.0L, 5.7L, 7.4L, and 8.2L gasoline applications, but fitment should still be confirmed by engine serial number and installed distributor setup before ordering. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1295\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eSerial Number Fitment Notice\u003cbr data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eFitment should be confirmed by engine serial number and ignition system configuration, not by engine family alone. Match the existing rotor and confirm the engine uses the Delco HEI distributor setup and cap 808483T3 before purchase. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1599\" data-end=\"1889\"\u003eWhen This Part Needs Replacement\u003cbr data-start=\"1631\" data-end=\"1634\"\u003eReplace when the rotor shows burning, carbon tracking, corrosion, cracking, looseness, or visible contact wear, or when ignition service reveals weak or inconsistent spark transfer. Rotor condition directly affects spark delivery and ignition reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1891\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eInstallation Notes\u003cbr data-start=\"1909\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eInstall only on the correct Delco HEI V8 distributor application. Confirm the replacement matches the removed rotor exactly before installation, and inspect the distributor cap at the same time. Mercury specifically identifies this rotor for use with Quicksilver cap 808483T3. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2228\" data-end=\"2265\"\u003eAlternate \/ Superseded Part Numbers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2266\" data-end=\"2279\"\u003e8M6001253\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2280\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e898253010\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2294\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e8084841\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003e808484\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2317\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003e804423 \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003eParts Desk Insight\u003cbr data-start=\"2383\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003eThe key match point on 8M6001253 is the ignition family. This rotor is tied to the GM V8 Delco HEI setup, so confirming the distributor cap family first is the fastest way to avoid mixing it up with similar MerCruiser rotors for EST or 4-cylinder applications. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2686\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003eShips same or next day for fast Canada wide shipping. ⚓\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MERC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43563926749220,"sku":"8M6001253","price":31.92,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/c64f165a-17ab-49da-9b52-071e370a1bf2.png?v=1775527863","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/mercury-distributor-rotor-8m6001253","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}