Mercury - Platinum Plus Throttle and Shift Cable 8 Ft SAE Mechanical Control Cable 8M0082580. The Mercury Platinum Plus throttle and shift cable is designed for Mercury mechanical control systems that use SAE-style connections when a slightly longer short-run cable is required. The 8-foot length is commonly used on compact to mid-size helm layouts where relaxed routing helps prevent tight bends that can affect control feel. Platinum Plus construction delivers smoother, lighter control movement c