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Outboard Motor Control Cables

C5 Engine Control Cable 24ft – VP83324

SKU: VP83324

$153.30
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The VP83324 C5 Engine Control Cable 24ft provides dependable throttle and gear shift operation for compatible Mercury and MerCruiser marine engines. Designed as a mechanical push-pull cable, it transfers control movement between the helm and engine for accurate throttle response and gear selection. Its 24ft length suits installations requiring extended cable routing, making it a practical replacement for worn, stiff or damaged C5 marine control cables.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

  • - C5-style mechanical marine engine control cable.
  • - Designed for compatible Mercury and MerCruiser systems.
  • - Suitable for throttle and gear shift applications.
  • - 95mm operating stroke.
  • - 24ft length for extended helm-to-engine cable runs.
  • - Mechanical push-pull operation.
  • - Suitable for replacing worn or damaged C5 cables.
  • - Ideal for marine control system repairs and maintenance.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Part Number: VP83324
  • - Cable Series: C5
  • - Cable Type: Mechanical push-pull engine control cable
  • - Cable Length: 24ft (7,315mm / 7.32m)
  • - Cable Stroke: 95mm (3.74in)
  • - Catalogue Cable Diameter: 7mm (0.28in)
  • - Function: Throttle or gear shift operation
  • - Engine Applications: Compatible Mercury and MerCruiser systems

Compatible Outboard Motors & Control Systems

  • Mercury Outboards
  • - Selected Mercury outboards fitted with C5-compatible mechanical controls.
  • - Compatible Mercury throttle control systems.
  • - Compatible Mercury gear shift control systems.
  • MerCruiser
  • - Selected MerCruiser inboard and sterndrive installations using C5-compatible mechanical controls.
  • - Compatible MerCruiser throttle and gear shift systems.
  • Compatibility depends on the existing control box, cable end fittings, stroke and cable length. These are control-system applications rather than verified individual engine-model fitments.

Suitable Applications

  • - Mercury outboard throttle controls.
  • - Mercury outboard gear shift controls.
  • - MerCruiser inboard engine controls.
  • - Compatible MerCruiser sterndrive controls.
  • - Extended helm-to-engine cable installations.
  • - Replacement of worn or seized C5 control cables.
  • - Boat throttle and gear shift system maintenance.

Important Fitment Information

  • - Confirm the existing control system requires a C5 cable.
  • - Verify the required 24ft (7.32m) cable length.
  • - Confirm the required 95mm stroke.
  • - Check control box and engine end connections.
  • - Follow the manufacturer's cable measuring instructions.
  • - Allow sufficient movement for steering and engine tilting.
  • - Avoid sharp bends, kinks and contact with hot engine components.
  • - Check full throttle travel and positive gear engagement after installation.
  • - C5, C8 and C36 cables are different series and should not be treated as interchangeable.

Signs the Control Cable Needs Replacing

  • - Stiff or difficult throttle operation.
  • - Resistance when selecting forward or reverse gear.
  • - Excessive cable friction or binding.
  • - Cracked or damaged outer cable jacket.
  • - Corroded or damaged end fittings.
  • - Excessive play in the throttle or shift controls.
  • - Incomplete gear engagement.
  • - Inconsistent throttle response.

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