{"product_id":"uflex-mach36x13-mercury-gen-ii-control-cable-13-ft","title":"Uflex MACH36X13 Mercury Gen II Control Cable 13 ft","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Uflex MACH 36 is a direct 13-foot replacement for Mercury Generation II control cables. It drops into the same control head and engine-end fittings you already run, so a sticky throttle or notchy shifter goes back to smooth without re-rigging the whole boat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've got a Mercury outboard running Generation II controls and the throttle or shift has gone stiff, notchy, or just plain sticky, a fresh control cable usually fixes it. The Uflex MACH 36 is a direct replacement for Mercury's Gen II cables, and this one is cut to 13 feet. It drops into the same control head and the same engine-end fittings you're already running, so you're not re-rigging the whole boat to get smooth action back at the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUflex has been building steering and control gear for boats a long time, and the MACH series is their answer to the OEM Gen II cable. The MACH 36 uses the Generation II end fittings on both ends, and that's the part that matters. Gen II cables aren't interchangeable with the older single-lever style, so matching the standard is what keeps the install clean. Get the standard right and it's a straight swap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number that trips people up is the length. Cable length is measured tip to tip, not by how far your motor sits from the console. Thirteen feet covers a lot of typical rigging on a 22 to 26 foot center console with a single Mercury on the transom. If you're running a longer boat, a dual station, or a flybridge setup, 13 feet is often too short, so measure your old cable end to end before you commit. When in doubt, pull the old one and lay it flat on the dock. Leave yourself a little slack in the run so the cable isn't pulled tight at full lock, and remember that a snug loop through a rigging tube eats up length you might not have counted on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few install notes from doing these. Keep your bends gentle. Anything tighter than about a 6 inch radius starts to bind the inner core and wears the cable out early, so route it with easy sweeps rather than hard corners. Secure the cable at the transom bracket too. If it's left loose it'll chafe against a stringer or the transom over time, and that's a slow leak of wear you won't notice until the action gets rough again. Grease the inner core lightly on the way in if it didn't come pre-lubed, and don't force a fitting that doesn't want to seat. Back it out and check your routing first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's the honest advice. If one cable has failed, the other one is usually not far behind, especially on a saltwater boat. We tell people to replace the throttle and shift cables together while the control head is already apart. It saves doing the same job twice a season later. Saltwater is hard on the inner core, and most cables start showing corrosion somewhere in the 4 to 6 year range. A shot of cable grease at the fitting helps slow that down, but it won't stop it forever, so treat a smooth-shifting boat as maintenance, not a one-time fix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo who's this for? Anybody with a Mercury Gen II control system who wants their throttle and shift back to that easy, positive feel. It pairs naturally with Mercury outboards in the 200 to 300 horsepower range, where a sticky cable really shows up under load. One more thing worth saying. Getting the length right the first time saves you a return and a second afternoon in the bilge. If you're not sure whether your controls are Gen II or the older style, count the levers and look at the ends on what's already installed. When they match the Gen II pattern, the MACH 36 is the cable you want. It's a straightforward part that does one job well, and when your shifter clicks into gear the way it should, you'll wonder why you waited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for Mercury Generation II control cables, drops into the stock control head and engine-end fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e13-foot length suits most single-engine 22 to 26 foot center consoles measured tip to tip\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGeneration II end fittings on both ends for a straight, no-adapter swap on Gen II systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks as either a throttle or a shift cable in the Gen II control setup\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUflex MACH 36 series construction built for repeated throttle and shift cycles\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSmooth inner core action restores positive shift and throttle feel at the helm\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStraightforward install for a competent DIY boater with basic hand tools\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\u003eDoes the MACH 36 fit my Mercury Generation II controls?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. This is a direct replacement for Mercury Gen II control cables and uses the Generation II end fittings on both ends. It seats into the same control head and engine-side fittings you're already running.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow do I know I need the 13-foot length?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMeasure your existing cable tip to tip, not the straight-line distance from the motor to the console. If your old cable measures 13 feet end to end, this is your length. When in doubt, pull the old one and lay it flat.\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. Mercury Gen II throttle and shift cables share the same standard, so the MACH 36 works in either position. Many boats use one for each function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eShould I replace both cables at the same time?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eWe recommend it. If one cable has worn out, the other is usually close behind, especially on saltwater boats. You've already got the control head apart, so doing both saves you repeating the job later in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it work with older Mercury controls?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eOnly Generation II systems. Gen II cables aren't interchangeable with the older single-lever style. Check the ends on your current cable and count the control levers to confirm you're running Gen II before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow long do these cables last in saltwater?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eMost control cables start showing inner-core corrosion somewhere in the 4 to 6 year range on a saltwater boat. A shot of cable grease at the fitting slows it down, but plan on it as a maintenance item rather than a one-time replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eAny install tips to avoid a sticky feel afterward?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eKeep your bends gentle. Anything tighter than about a 6 inch radius binds the inner core and wears it early. Route with easy sweeps, secure the cable at the transom bracket so it can't chafe, and make sure each fitting seats fully before you button it up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size boat is 13 feet right for?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThirteen feet suits most single-engine 22 to 26 foot center consoles with the motor on the transom. For a longer boat, a dual station, or a flybridge setup, 13 feet is often too short, so measure first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs this a direct OEM-style replacement?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. 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