Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 6 Foot Mechanical Engine Control 8M0082529. The Mercury Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable (Gen II) is designed for mechanical control systems where refined feel and dependable operation matter. Built for Mercury Gen II mechanical control applications, it delivers a direct mechanical connection with noticeably smoother movement than standard control cables. The 6-foot length works well for short-to-moderate routing runs, helping keep rigging c