Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 8 Foot Mechanical Engine Control 8M0082531. The Mercury Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable (Gen II) is built for mechanical control systems where refined feel and dependable response are important. Designed for Mercury Gen II mechanical control applications, it provides a direct mechanical connection with noticeably lighter, smoother movement than standard control cables. The 8-foot length works well for moderate routing runs where added flexi