Mercury - Vented Splash Cover Verado Series Black Polysoft II Fabric 8M0228524. Overview. When you step up to a big Verado, you're not doing it halfway. You want the push, the control, and that confident feeling when the boat settles into a steady run. But bigger power also means more exposure back at the transom-more spray, more sun, more chances for little dock dings and scratches to show up over time. That's where a splash cover starts to feel less like an accessory and more like part of your