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Outboard Motor Control Cables

Standard C8 Engine Control Cable 6ft – 83006

SKU: SA-83006

$81.75
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The 83006 Standard C8 Engine Control Cable 6ft 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 end fittings.
  • - Suitable for compatible mechanical push-pull control systems.
  • - Practical replacement for worn or damaged control cables.
  • - Compact 6ft length for installations requiring shorter cable runs.

Specifications & Dimensions

  • - Part Number: SA-83006
  • - Proposed Cable Series: Standard C8 (33C-style)
  • - Proposed Cable Length: 6ft (1,828.8mm / 1.83m)
  • - C8 Cable Stroke: 87mm (3.43in)
  • - C8 End Fittings: Stainless steel
  • - Function: Mechanical throttle or gear shift operation

For a confirmed C8-style cable, potential applications include

  • Yamaha
  • - Selected Yamaha outboards using C8-compatible mechanical controls.
  • Suzuki
  • - Selected Suzuki outboards using C8-compatible controls.
  • Tohatsu
  • - Selected Tohatsu outboards fitted with C8-compatible control systems.
  • Honda
  • - Selected Honda outboards using C8-compatible mechanical controls.
  • Other Marine Engines
  • - Selected inboard and sterndrive engines using C8/33C-style controls.

Suitable Applications

  • - Marine throttle control systems.
  • - Mechanical gear shift controls.
  • - Short helm-to-engine cable installations.
  • - Replacement of compatible C8/33C-style control cables.
  • - Selected outboard, inboard and sterndrive installations.

Important Fitment Information

  • - Check that the existing cable is C8/33C style.
  • - Verify the required cable length and 87mm stroke.
  • - Confirm control box and engine end connections.
  • - Allow adequate movement for steering and engine tilting.
  • - Avoid sharp bends, kinks and heat exposure.
  • - Check full throttle travel and positive gear engagement after installation.

Signs the Control Cable Needs Replacing

  • - Stiff throttle or gear shift operation.
  • - Excessive friction or binding.
  • - Cracked or damaged outer cable jacket.
  • - Corroded end fittings.
  • - Excessive play in the control lever.
  • - Incomplete forward or reverse gear engagement.

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