Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 12 Ft SAE Mechanical Control Cable 8M0082584. The Mercury Platinum Plus throttle and shift cable is designed for Mercury mechanical control systems that use SAE-style connections when longer mid-range routing is required. The 12-foot length is well suited for mid-size consoles and deeper helm layouts where the cable must lay cleanly without sharp bends. Platinum Plus construction delivers smoother, more refined movement than standard mechanical co