Uflex MACH36X11 Mercury Gen II Control Cable 11ft
Uflex MACH36X11 Mercury Gen II Control Cable 11ft — Product description
The Uflex MACH36X11 is an 11-foot replacement control cable for Mercury Generation II remote controls. It handles shift or throttle duty and drops straight into a Gen II setup with the correct factory-style end fittings, no adapters. If your throttle's gone stiff or your shifter feels notchy, a fresh cable is the fix.
The Uflex MACH36X11 is an 11-foot replacement control cable built to work with Mercury Generation II remote controls. If your shift or throttle has gotten stiff, notchy, or slow to return, a tired cable is usually the reason. This is the part that fixes it, and it drops right into a Gen II setup without adapters or guesswork.
Here's what it actually does. Inside that outer jacket is a push-pull core that moves the shift and throttle linkage at your engine. The MACH 36 series uses the Mercury Gen II end fittings, so the cable seats into the control box and the engine bracket the way the factory cable did. That matters more than it sounds. Gen II ends are specific, and an older single-cable control or a generic cable won't mate up right without a fight.
The 11-foot length suits a lot of common rigs. On an 18 to 22-foot center console with the outboard hung on a 25-inch transom, 11 feet usually gives you a clean run from the helm to the engine with room to route around obstacles. Before you order, measure it yourself. Run a string from the center of your control box to the cable attachment point at the engine, then add two to three feet of slack for a gradual curve. If you've got a walkaround or a long console-to-transom run, 11 feet can come up short, so measure twice.
Routing is where a lot of cables die early. Avoid tight 90-degree bends near the transom or under the floor. Gentle, sweeping curves keep the core moving freely and stop the jacket from wearing through at a pinch point. We've seen jackets crack at clamp points within a couple of seasons when the cable's pulled tight over a hard edge or baking in the sun, so give it a little breathing room and don't over-tighten the clamps.
One habit that pays off: grease the cable ends at install and again once a season. Saltwater boats especially will start to bind after three or four years if the ends never see grease. A little marine grease on the fittings keeps the action smooth and buys you a lot more life out of the cable.
If you're already in there replacing one cable, do both. Shift and throttle cables age at the same rate, and running a fresh cable next to a worn one gives you an uneven feel at the helm. Replacing the pair together is cheap insurance, and your throttle response stays consistent.
Who's this for? Anybody running Mercury Gen II controls who wants the shifting and throttle feel back the way it was. First-timer doing your first cable swap or a rigger who's done a hundred, it's the same straightforward job. Pop the old cable off the control box and the engine end, route the new one with easy curves, grease the fittings, and set your shift and throttle travel. That's it.
What it's not: this isn't a universal cable. It's built for the Mercury Gen II interface, so if your boat runs an older single-lever control or a different control system, this isn't the one. Match the control system first, then the length.
Uflex has been building steering and control gear for boats for a long time, and the MACH cable line is their answer for clean, direct engine control. You get a cable that seats correctly, moves smoothly, and holds up out on the water when it's installed and maintained right. Take your time on the measurement, route it with easy curves, keep the ends greased, and this cable will give you crisp shifting and throttle for years. For an 11-foot Gen II run, this is the straightforward fix.
Key Features
- 11-foot length (3.35 m) fits typical 18 to 22-foot center consoles on 25-inch transoms with room for a clean run
- MACH 36 series end fittings mate directly with Mercury Generation II controls, no adapters needed
- Handles both shift and throttle duty in a Gen II remote control setup
- Push-pull core and protective outer jacket for smooth, direct action at the helm
- Direct-replacement design drops into the factory control box and engine bracket
- Greaseable end fittings keep the action smooth season after season
- Sold individually so you can replace one cable or do the shift and throttle pair together
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Uflex USA reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Uflex MACH36X11 Mercury Generation II Control Cable, 11 Foot |
|---|---|
| Brand | Uflex USA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | MACH36X11 |
| UPC | 702755028185 |
| Product Type | Engine Control Cable |
| Cable Series | MACH 36 |
| Cable Length | 11 ft (3.35 m) |
| Function | Shift and throttle control |
| Compatible Control System | Mercury Generation II |
| End Fittings | Mercury Generation II style |
| Application | Outboard and sterndrive remote controls |
| Sold As | Each (single cable) |
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Mercury Gen 1 and Gen 2 control cables?
The two generations use different end fittings and won't interchange. Gen II cables like this MACH36X11 have the specific ends that seat into Mercury Generation II controls and engine brackets. A Gen 1 cable, or a generic single-cable-control cable, won't mate up correctly. Always match your control system's generation before ordering.
How do I know if 11 feet is the right length?
Measure from the center of your control box to the cable attachment point at the engine, then add two to three feet of slack for a gradual curve. On an 18 to 22-foot center console with the outboard on a 25-inch transom, 11 feet is usually a good fit. Long walkarounds or long console-to-transom runs may need more, so measure before you order.
Are boat control cables universal?
No. Control cables are matched to a specific control system and length. This one is built for Mercury Generation II controls. A cable made for a different control system or generation won't fit right, so match the system first, then pick the length you need.
How long do boat throttle cables last?
It depends on install and upkeep. Saltwater boats can start to bind after three or four seasons if the ends are never greased. Grease the fittings at install and once a year and the cable lasts a lot longer. Cables routed with tight bends or left baking in the sun wear out faster.
Should I replace the shift and throttle cables together?
We recommend it. Both cables age at the same rate, so running a fresh cable next to a worn one gives you an uneven feel at the helm. Replacing the pair at the same time keeps your shift and throttle response consistent.
Will this work with my Mercury Gen II control box?
Yes. The MACH 36 ends are made for the Mercury Generation II interface, so it seats into a Gen II control box and engine bracket the way the factory cable did.
How should I route the cable?
Use gentle, sweeping curves and avoid tight 90-degree bends near the transom or under the floor. A cable that's pinched or pulled hard over an edge wears through the jacket early. Give it room and don't over-tighten the clamps.
Do I need to grease the cable ends?
Yes, and it's worth doing. A little marine grease on the end fittings at install and once a season keeps the push-pull action smooth and helps prevent the binding that shows up on neglected cables after a few years.
Is this sold as a single cable or a pair?
It's a single 11-foot cable. If you're replacing both your shift and throttle cables, you'll want two.
