{"product_id":"uflex-mach-33c-high-efficiency-control-cable-17-ft","title":"UFLEX Mach 33C High-Efficiency Control Cable 17 ft","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe UFLEX USA Mach 33C is a high-efficiency 33C control cable in a 17 foot length, built to run shift or throttle on outboard and sterndrive setups. A splined core keeps the action smooth and direct, so a tired, notchy helm feels crisp again. It's a straight replacement for common 33C-class control cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe UFLEX USA Mach 33C is a high-efficiency 33C control cable in a 17 foot length, built to run shift and throttle on outboard and sterndrive setups. If your old cable has gone stiff, notchy, or just won't hold a clean idle setting anymore, this is the kind of part that brings the helm back to life. It's a direct-fit replacement for the common 33C and 3300-style cables that most single- and dual-lever controls are built around.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Mach 33C worth the money is the splined core. Instead of a plain wire running inside the conduit, the core is splined, which cuts internal friction and backlash. In plain terms, that means the throw at the lever translates more directly to the shift or throttle at the engine. Less slop. Less effort. You feel it most on single-lever binnacle controls, where a worn cable makes dropping into gear feel vague and mushy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ends use the standard 10-32 threaded connection on both sides, so it drops into most existing control and engine hardware without adapters. Nominal travel is 3 inches, which is the 33C standard. That's the spec your control head and engine bracket are already designed around, so the geometry just works.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLength matters more than people expect. Measure the actual cable path twice before you commit to 17 feet, following every bend and loop the run takes, not the straight-line distance. A 17 foot cable can be marginal on bigger boats once you add a couple of tight bends and a long transom run. And if you're running a dual-station boat, plan on 3 to 4 extra feet beyond your helm-to-engine measurement for the second station. Coming up short on a control cable is a bad day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRouting is the other thing that makes or breaks these. Keep your curves gentle, 8 to 10 inches of radius at a minimum. Sharp turns bind the core and wear it out early. Give it a smooth path from the helm down to the transom and it'll shift clean for years. Cram it around a tight corner and you'll be back under the console sooner than you'd like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few honest notes from the water. On some levers you may need a little minor filing to get full throw, and it's worth pairing a new cable with fresh connection hardware at both ends rather than reusing worn clips and trunnions. In heavy saltwater service, keep an eye on the outer jacket near the transom over the first season and rinse the run when you rinse the boat. Basic care goes a long way here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation itself is manageable for a handy boater. You'll pull the old cable, route the new one along the same path, thread the 10-32 ends into your control and engine brackets, and adjust the throw so neutral, forward, and reverse all land where they should. Take your time on the adjustment. A cable that engages a hair early or late will nag at you every time you dock. If you've never done a control cable before, budget an afternoon and keep the old cable as your routing template.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is a great fit for re-powers, helm control upgrades, and straightforward cable replacement on outboards up to around 150 horsepower. On very high-torque setups, check your shift effort first to be sure a 33C-class cable suits your control. But for the vast majority of center consoles, bay boats, and runabouts running standard 33C shift and throttle, the Mach 33C 17 foot is exactly the smooth, reliable cable you want running the length of the boat. If you're doing a re-power, it's smart to replace both the shift and throttle cables at the same time so they wear evenly and you're not back in the bilge next season chasing the one you skipped. Match the length on both and you'll have a helm that feels new again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSplined core cuts internal friction and backlash for direct, smooth shift and throttle feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e17 foot length covers longer helm-to-engine runs on center consoles and larger outboard boats\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStandard 10-32 threaded ends on both sides drop into most existing 33C control and engine hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e3 inch nominal travel matches the 33C standard your control head and engine bracket already use\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e33C and 3300-series design fits common single- and dual-lever binnacle and side-mount controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHigh-efficiency construction lowers lever effort, most noticeable on single-lever controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for worn, stiff, or notchy 33C-class shift and throttle cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSuited to re-powers and helm upgrades on outboards up to around 150 horsepower\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 UFLEX USA 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\u003eHow do I know if 17 feet is the right length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMeasure the actual cable path twice, following every bend and loop the run takes, not the straight-line distance. A 17 foot cable can be marginal on bigger boats once you add tight bends. On a dual-station boat, add 3 to 4 extra feet beyond the helm-to-engine measurement for the second station.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does the splined core actually do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt reduces internal friction and backlash compared to a plain-wire core. That means the throw at your lever translates more directly to the engine, so shifting takes less effort and feels crisper, especially on single-lever controls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat end fittings does this cable use?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eStandard 10-32 threaded connections on both ends. That's the common 33C hardware pattern, so it fits most existing control heads and engine brackets without adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my control head?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt fits standard 33C and 3300-style controls, both single- and dual-lever setups. If your control is a proprietary system that doesn't use a standard 33C connection, this isn't the right cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat is the nominal travel?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003e3 inches, which is the 33C standard. Your control head and engine bracket are already designed for that travel, so the geometry lines up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow should I route the cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKeep your curves gentle, 8 to 10 inches of radius at a minimum. Sharp bends bind the core and wear it out early. Route it smoothly from the helm down to the transom and it'll last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eCan I reuse my old connection hardware?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe recommend fresh connection hardware at both ends rather than reusing worn clips and trunnions. On some levers you may also need a little minor filing to get full throw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat engines and horsepower is it good for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's well suited to outboards up to around 150 horsepower on standard 33C controls. On very high-torque setups, check your shift effort first to be sure a 33C-class cable matches your control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAny saltwater care tips?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKeep an eye on the outer jacket near the transom over the first season, and rinse the cable run when you rinse the boat. A little basic care goes a long way on any control cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a shift cable or a throttle cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a 33C control cable, so it works for either shift or throttle. Most boats use one cable per function, so buy one for each job you're replacing.\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\u003eUFLEX USA Mach 33C High Efficiency Control Cable, 17 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUFLEX USA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMACHZEROX17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e702755027324\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMach 33C High Efficiency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Standard\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e33C \/ 3300 series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCore Design\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSplined core (high efficiency, minimal backlash)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnd Fittings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10-32 threaded, both ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal Travel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 in\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutboard and sterndrive shift and throttle control\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReplaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYamaha \/ Suzuki \/ Honda \/ Nissan \/ Tohatsu \/ Selva \/ Volvo \/ Teleflex TFXTREME CC223 control cables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eKeystone Part Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eACHZEROX17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMinimum Bend Radius\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 in\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\": \"How do I know if 17 feet is the right length?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"Measure the actual cable path twice, following every bend and loop the run takes, not the straight-line distance. 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