Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 10 Ft SAE Mechanical Control Cable 8M0082582. The Mercury Platinum Plus throttle and shift cable is designed for Mercury mechanical control systems that use SAE-style connections where a mid-range routing length is required. The 10-foot length is a common fit for compact consoles and clean helm layouts that need flexible routing without excess slack. Platinum Plus construction delivers smoother, more refined movement than standard mechanical contr