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Outboard Motor Control Cables

Standard C8 Engine Control Cable 16ft – VP83016

SKU: VP83016

$106.05
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The VP83016 Standard C8 Engine Control Cable 16ft is designed to provide smooth, reliable throttle and gear shift operation for compatible marine engines. Featuring flexible construction and corrosion-resistant end fittings, this mechanical push-pull cable delivers dependable control for 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 control cable.
  • - Designed for smooth throttle and gear shift operation.
  • - Flexible construction assists with cable routing.
  • - Corrosion-resistant end fittings.
  • - Suitable for compatible mechanical push-pull controls.
  • - Ideal for replacing worn or damaged engine control cables.
  • - Suitable for selected outboard, inboard and sterndrive installations.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Part Number: VP83016
  • - Cable Series: Standard C8
  • - Cable Type: 33C-style mechanical engine control cable
  • - Cable Length: 16ft (4,876.8mm / 4.88m)
  • - Cable Stroke: 87mm (3.43in)
  • - End Fittings: Stainless steel
  • - Construction: Flexible, high-efficiency push-pull 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 control systems.
  • Tohatsu
  • - Selected Tohatsu 2-stroke and 4-stroke outboards using C8-compatible controls.
  • Honda
  • - Selected Honda 4-stroke outboards using compatible C8-style controls.
  • Other Marine Engines
  • - Selected inboard engines using universal C8/33C-style controls.
  • - Selected sterndrive installations with compatible C8 connections.
  • These are conditional applications rather than verified model-by-model fitments.

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 16ft (4.88m) length.
  • - Confirm the control system requires an 87mm stroke.
  • - Check both control box and engine end fittings.
  • - Follow the cable manufacturer's measuring instructions.
  • - Allow sufficient cable movement for outboard steering.
  • - Avoid sharp bends, kinks and contact with hot engine components.
  • - Confirm full throttle travel and positive gear engagement after installation.
  • - Mercury/Mariner and Johnson/Evinrude installations may 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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