Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 6 Ft SAE Mechanical Control Cable 8M0082578. The Mercury Platinum Plus throttle and shift cable is designed for Mercury mechanical control systems using SAE-style connections when additional routing flexibility is required. The 6-foot length is ideal for compact to mid-size helm layouts where shorter cables create tight bends, but longer cables add unnecessary slack. Platinum Plus construction delivers smoother, lighter control movement compared t