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Use new cables for safe and smooth operation.
Factory Mercury Marine control cables fit Mercury Outboards and Mercruiser Sterndrives.
They also fit Force, Sport Jet, Mariner and other applications.
Quality construction for exact fit and long life.

Most cables have a part number and length stamped near one end or the other.
Some lengths are designated in inches. For example, 0180 would equal 180 inches or 15 ft.
Different Remote Controls use different control cables.
If you are not sure how to identify your remote control, send us a couple of photos.
If measuring for new cables be sure to allow for smooth gradual bends and loops.

Generation 1 Cables
Standard Gen I SAE Select	These cables have the traditional Gen 1 control end and a threaded SAE engine end. Available in 1 ft.increments up to 30 ft. All cables are priced individually and packaged one per box. Fits Mercury and Mariner 4/5 hp. outboards (Japanese origin) and various Mariner 8 thru 60 hp. outboards (Japanese origin). This type of cable does NOT have an adjustable barrel.
Standard Gen 1 Mercury Select	Available in 1 ft. increments up to 30 ft. and 2 ft. increments over 30 ft. All cables are priced individually. These cables are use for Gen 1 Merc, Mariner and Mercruiser applications. WILL NOT fit new Gen 2 controls. This type of cable has an adjustable barrel. Follow your Service Manual for proper cable installation and adjustment.
Premium Gen 1 Mercury Select	Available in 1 ft. increments up to 30 ft. and 2 ft. increments over 30 ft. All cables are priced individually. These cables are use for Gen 1 Merc, Mariner and Mercruiser applications. Smooth operation because of stranded SS core and plated brass ends. WILL NOT fit new Gen 2 controls. This type of cable has an adjustable barrel. Follow your Service Manual for proper cable installation and adjustment.
Platinum Gen 1 Mercury Select	Available in 1 ft. increments up to 30 ft. and 2 ft. increments over 30 ft. All cables are priced individually. These cables are use for Gen 1 Merc, Mariner and Mercruiser applications. High Performance for extreme conditions. Tight tolerance with 16 wire outer sheathing. Sealed lubrication system. WILL NOT fit new Gen 2 controls. This type of cable has an adjustable barrel. Follow your Service Manual for proper cable installation and adjustment.
Generation 2 Cables
Standard Gen 2 SAE Select	Throttle and Shift Cable has standard stainless steel core with 16 lay solid core wire. Control end has a Gen II type connection and the engine end has a standard threaded end. Must be used with a Gen II remote control. Fits Mercury Mariner 4/5hp. Model year 1987 and newer 4/5/6hp. FourStroke Model Year 1999 and newer, 8/9.9hp. FourStroke Model year 2005 and newer outboards and Mariner 8 thru 60hp outboards of Jaoanese origin. Available from 5 to 30 feet in 1 foot increments.
Standard Gen 2 Mercury Select	These cables are used with Mercury Gen II Remote Controls only. Durable operation at a great price. Comes in 3 ft through 30 ft lengths in 1 ft. increments and up to 70 ft. in 2 ft. increments. This type of cable has an adjustable barrel. Follow your Service Manual for proper cable installation and adjustment.
Premium Gen 2 Mercury Select	These Premium Gen II cables will only ft Gen II Remote Controls. Built with stainless armour wrap and plated brass ends. Comes in 3 ft through 30 ft lengths in 1 ft. increments and up to 70 ft. in 2 ft. increments. This type of cable has an adjustable barrel. Follow your Service Manual for proper cable installation and adjustment.
Platinum Gen 2 Mercury Select	Platinum Gen II cables only fit Gen II Remote Controls. These are typically used in extreme applications where tight bends are needed. Very smooth for complete and accurate control. Comes in 3 ft through 30 ft lengths in 1 ft. increments and up to 70 ft. in 2 ft. increments. This type of cable has an adjustable barrel. Follow your Service Manual for proper cable installation and adjustment.
SAE Cables (threaded ends)
Premuim SAE-SAE Select	Also known as "old style" cables these cables have standard SAE threads on both ends. Used with many Morse and Telflex remote Controls. Commonly used in direct inboard applications. Available in 1 ft. increments up to 30 ft. and up to 70 ft. in 2 ft. increments.
Platinum SAE-SAE Select	Also known as "old style" cables these cables have standard SAE threads on both ends. Smooth operation, perfect for extreme runs and conditions. Plated brass ends prevent corrosion. Available in 1 ft. increments up to 30 ft. and up to 70 ft. in 2 ft. increments.	>
Mercruiser Sterndrive Shift Cables
R, MR, Alpha One and Alpha Gen II Drive Cables Select	Designed for smooth operation to prevent stalling. These cables run from the drives bellhousing to the shift plate assembly on the engine. Provided in Kits with misc parts.
Bravo One, Bravo II and Bravo III Cables Select	Keep your Bravo shifting smooth with factory Mercruiser cables. Cables come in Kits with other parts required for a complete installation.
Mercury and Mercruiser Remote Controls Select	We have single and twin remote controls. See the new smoother Generation II Remote Controls.

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