{"product_id":"uflex-mach-36-mercury-gen-ii-control-cable-17-ft","title":"Uflex Mach 36 Mercury Gen II Control Cable, 17 ft","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Uflex Mach 36 is a 17 foot replacement control cable for Mercury Generation II systems. It carries the throttle or shift run between your helm control and the engine, and swapping in a fresh one brings back the light, positive feel a worn cable robs you of. Match it to your Gen II control head and your actual routing length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your Mercury Generation II controls have gotten stiff, notchy, or just plain hard to move, a tired control cable is usually the culprit. This is the Uflex Mach 36, a 17 foot replacement built to drop straight into Mercury Gen II control systems. It handles the throttle or the shift run between your helm control and the engine, and when it's worn out, everything downstream feels worse than it should.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the thing about control cables. They're one of those parts nobody thinks about until the day shifting into reverse takes two hands and a bad word. The inner core rides inside a lined conduit, and over a few seasons of salt, sun, and vibration that liner dries out and the core starts to drag. You'll feel it as heavy throttle, sloppy detents, or a shift that won't quite seat. Swapping in a fresh cable brings back that light, positive feel you forgot the boat used to have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is 17 feet, measured end to end, which suits a lot of single-engine outboard and sterndrive rigs in the 20 to 24 foot range. That said, don't buy by boat length. Measure the cable that's coming out, or route a string along the exact path the old cable takes from the control to the engine and add a little slack for the motor to tilt and turn without pulling the run tight. Getting the length right is the whole game. Too short and it binds at full lock. Too long and you've got a loop of cable to stuff somewhere it won't chafe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause it's a Mach 36, the ends are made for Mercury Gen II. The Gen I and Gen II cables share the same engine end, but the control end is different, so you have to match the generation of your control head. If you're not sure which you've got, pull the old cable and compare the fitting at the control end before you order. It saves a return and a weekend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall is straightforward for anyone comfortable working around the helm and the engine. Disconnect the battery first. Pop the control cover, note how the old cable seats in the barrel and trunnion, and route the new one along the same path. Support long runs every foot or so on a console boat so the core doesn't kink at the first sharp bend. Grease both ends before you seat them, run the cable through any conduit before final mounting, and that keeps saltwater out of the fittings where corrosion likes to start. Set the shift detents once everything's connected and cycle it a few times to make sure throttle and shift both hit their stops clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne honest note. On a fishing boat that piles up hours, cables like these can stretch a hair after a couple of seasons, so it's worth re-checking your shift adjustment at the start of each year. That's normal wear, not a defect, and a two-minute adjustment keeps everything crisp. Pair it only with Mercury Gen II throttle and shift heads. Running a Gen II cable into an older control adds friction and wears the core out early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUflex has been building steering and control gear for boats a long time, and the Mach series is their bread and butter for engine control. If you're replacing a worn Mercury Gen II cable, or rigging a repower and you want a clean, reliable run from the helm to the powerhead, this is the honest, no-drama choice. Order the length that matches your actual routing, grab one for throttle and one for shift if you're doing both, and you'll be back on the water with controls that feel new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e17 foot cable length, suited to single-engine outboard and sterndrive rigs in the 20 to 24 foot range\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for Mercury Generation II control cables, no adapters needed for Gen II controls\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMach 36 series ends match the Mercury Gen II control head so throttle and shift both seat correctly\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks in either the throttle position or the shift position, buy one for each function\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLined conduit and a smooth inner core restore light, positive throttle and shift feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMarine-grade construction stands up to salt, sun, and engine-bay vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRoutes along the original cable path for a straightforward, drop-in swap\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\u003eWhat does the Uflex Mach 36 replace?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a direct replacement for Mercury Generation II control cables in the 17 foot length. It carries the throttle or shift run from your helm control to the engine and drops into the same barrel and trunnion the old cable used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat's the difference between Mercury Gen 1 and Gen 2 control cables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe engine end is the same on both. The difference is at the control end, where the fitting is shaped for either a Gen I or a Gen II control head. That's why you have to match the generation. Pull your old cable and compare the control-end fitting if you're not sure which you have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a throttle cable or a shift cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eEither. The Mach 36 works in the throttle position or the shift position. Most single-engine setups use two cables, one for throttle and one for shift, so if you're replacing both you'll want two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I figure out what length I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eDon't go by boat length. Route a string along the exact path the old cable takes from the control to the engine, then add a little slack so the motor can tilt and turn without pulling the run tight. Or just measure the cable you're pulling out. This one is 17 feet end to end.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAre boat control cables universal?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNo. The control end has to match your control system, and this one is built specifically for Mercury Generation II. A cable made for a different control won't seat right. Match the generation and the length and you're good.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long do control cables usually last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt depends on hours, water, and how the cable is routed, but many boaters get several seasons out of one. When shifting gets stiff, the throttle feels heavy, or the detents get sloppy, the liner has usually dried out and it's time for a fresh one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need an adapter to install it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eNot for Mercury Gen II controls. The Mach 36 ends are made to fit the Gen II control head and the engine end directly, so it's a drop-in swap. Just route it along the original path and set the shift detents when you're done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAny install tips to make it last?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eGrease both ends before seating them and run the cable through its conduit before final mounting to keep saltwater out of the fittings. Support long runs about every foot so the core doesn't kink at a sharp bend. On high-hour boats, re-check the shift adjustment each season since cables can stretch a hair with use.\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 Mach 36 Mercury Gen II Control Cable, 17 Foot\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\u003eMACH36X17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUPC\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e702755028246\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMach Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMach 36\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 Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine control cable (throttle\/shift)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible Control System\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercury Generation II\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eControl End\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercury Gen II style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eReplaces\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercury Generation II control cables\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eApplication\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine engine throttle and shift control\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\": \"What does the Uflex Mach 36 replace?\",\n            \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n                \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n                \"text\": \"It's a direct replacement for Mercury Generation II control cables in the 17 foot length. 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