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Outboard Motor Control Cables

Standard C8 Engine Control Cable 12ft – VP83012

SKU: VP83012

$103.90
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The VP83012 Standard C8 Engine Control Cable 12ft provides smooth, dependable throttle and gear shift operation for compatible marine engines. Featuring flexible construction and corrosion-resistant end fittings, this mechanical push-pull cable is designed for reliable performance in everyday boating applications. Suitable for selected outboard, inboard and sterndrive installations, it offers a practical replacement for worn, stiff or damaged C8-style marine engine control cables.

Key benefits

Key Benefits

  • - Standard C8 (33C-style) marine engine control cable.
  • - Designed for smooth throttle and gear shift operation.
  • - Flexible construction for convenient cable routing.
  • - Corrosion-resistant stainless steel end fittings.
  • - Suitable for compatible mechanical push-pull control systems.
  • - Suitable for selected outboard, inboard and sterndrive installations.
  • - Practical replacement for worn or damaged control cables.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Part Number: VP83012
  • - Cable Series: Standard C8
  • - Cable Type: 33C-style mechanical push-pull control cable
  • - Cable Length: 12ft (3,657.6mm / 3.66m)
  • - Cable Stroke: 87mm (3.43in)
  • - End Fittings: Stainless steel
  • - Construction: High-flexibility mechanical control cable
  • - Function: Throttle or gear shift operation
  • - Suitable Engines: Compatible outboard, inboard and sterndrive installations

Compatible Outboard Motors & Control Systems

  • Yamaha
  • - Selected Yamaha 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards using C8-compatible mechanical controls.
  • Suzuki
  • - Selected Suzuki outboards fitted with compatible C8-style throttle and shift controls.
  • Tohatsu
  • - Selected Tohatsu 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards using compatible C8 control systems.
  • Honda
  • - Selected Honda 4-stroke outboards fitted with C8-compatible mechanical controls.
  • Other Marine Engines
  • - Selected inboard engines using C8/33C-style controls.
  • - Selected sterndrive installations with compatible mechanical cable connections.
  • Individual engine-model fitment must be confirmed against the control system.

Suitable Applications

  • - Outboard motor throttle control.
  • - Outboard motor gear shift control.
  • - Inboard marine engine controls.
  • - Compatible sterndrive throttle and shift systems.
  • - Helm-to-engine mechanical cable installations.
  • - Replacement of worn or seized C8/33C control cables.
  • - Boat engine control system repairs and maintenance.

Important Fitment Information

  • - Confirm the existing control system uses a C8/33C-compatible cable.
  • - Verify the required 12ft (3.66m) cable length.
  • - Confirm the control system requires an 87mm stroke.
  • - Check control box and engine end connections.
  • - Follow the manufacturer's cable measuring instructions.
  • - Allow sufficient cable movement for outboard steering and tilting.
  • - Avoid sharp bends, kinks and contact with hot engine components.
  • - Confirm full throttle travel and positive gear engagement after installation.
  • - Some Mercury/Mariner and Johnson/Evinrude systems require different cable series or adapters.

Signs the Control Cable Needs Replacing

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

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