{"product_id":"sierra-18-2248-mercruiser-shift-cable-54-inch","title":"Sierra 18-2248 MerCruiser Shift Cable, 54 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Sierra 18-2248 is a 54-inch shift cable assembly for 1977 and older MerCruiser IA, IB, IC, EZ-Shift, and MC-I sterndrives. One eyelet end, one threaded end, black jacket, and it ships with the hardware you need for a clean, direct replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the Sierra 18-2248 shift cable assembly, the part that connects your remote control to the sterndrive and actually moves the gears when you push the shift lever. It's built for 1977 and older MerCruiser IA, IB, IC, EZ-Shift, and MC-I sterndrives. If the original cable on one of those older drives has gotten stiff, kinked, or just won't shift clean anymore, this is the straight replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt measures 54 inches end to end, with one eyelet end and one threaded end, so it drops right into the factory shift linkage. The jacket is black, and the assembly ships with the mounting hardware you need to finish the job. No guessing on fasteners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shift cable is a wear item. After a few decades of saltwater, heat, and flexing, the inner wire starts to drag and shifting gets sloppy. Swapping in a fresh Sierra cable brings back crisp forward, neutral, and reverse engagement. If you're rebuilding or recommissioning an older MerCruiser drive, it's a smart part to do while you're already in there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e54-inch cable length matches the factory routing on 1977 and older MerCruiser sterndrives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOne eyelet end and one threaded end match the original shift linkage for a direct swap\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShips with mounting hardware so you can finish the install without sourcing extra parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBlack protective jacket stands up to engine-bay heat and moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFits MerCruiser IA, IB, IC, EZ-Shift, and MC-I sterndrive models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Sierra reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhich drives does this shift cable fit?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt fits 1977 and older MerCruiser IA, IB, IC, EZ-Shift, and MC-I sterndrives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long is the cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's 54 inches measured end to end. One end is an eyelet and the other is a threaded end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it come with mounting hardware?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. The assembly ships with the hardware you need to mount and install it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat color is the cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eBlack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"nvn-specs\"\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTitle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSierra 18-2248 Shift Cable Assembly, 54 Inch, MerCruiser Sterndrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSierra\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-2248\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e030999887337\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54 Inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnd Configuration\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Eyelet \/ 1 Threaded End\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHardware\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1977 and older MerCruiser IA \/ IB \/ IC \/ EZ-Shift \/ MC-I Sterndrive\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n    \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n    \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n    \"mainEntity\": [\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"Which drives does this shift cable fit?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"It fits 1977 and older MerCruiser IA, IB, IC, EZ-Shift, and MC-I sterndrives.\"\n            }\n        },\n        {\n            \"@type\": \"Question\",\n            \"name\": \"How long is the cable?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"It's 54 inches measured end to end. 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