Ultraflex C14 Johnson Evinrude OMC Style Engine Control Cable

The Ultraflex C14 is a standard OMC / BRP-style mechanical engine control cable for compatible Johnson, Evinrude, OMC and BRP applications manufactured from 1979 onward. It has a 75mm / 3in stroke and is used for throttle or shift operation where the engine and control accept the C14 terminal format. Choose from the listed 5ft to 20ft variants. The 5ft and 7ft options are non-stocked special-order sizes with an average stated lead time of approximately five weeks.

Product Identification

• Brand: Ultraflex
• Product range: OMC / BRP-style control cables
• Product category: OMC / BRP-style mechanical marine engine control cable
• Model: C14
• Current Shopify title: Johnson / Evinrude (OMC) Style Control Cable C14
• Store SKU format: AF-4-C14-XX
• Cable style: BRP / Evinrude / OMC current style
• Stroke: 75mm / 3in
• Available listing lengths: 5ft to 20ft; see exact options below
• Primary application: Compatible Johnson, Evinrude, OMC and BRP engines manufactured from 1979 onward
• Official Multiflex cross-reference: EC-014
• Multiflex SKU format: EC-014-XX
• Engine family: Johnson / Evinrude / OMC / BRP current style
• Model-year guidance: 1979 onward, subject to exact engine and control
• Standard alternative: C14
• High-efficiency alternative: MACH14

What Is This Control Cable Used For?

The C14 links a compatible mechanical control box to the throttle or shift mechanism on an approved OMC / BRP-family engine.

• Compatible Johnson outboard throttle or shift installations from 1979 onward
• Compatible Evinrude and OMC applications from 1979 onward
• Compatible BRP mechanical-control installations using the C14 cable end
• Replacement of an existing C14 cable with matching length and terminals

The stated year range is a family guide, not a guarantee for every engine. Control and engine terminals must be checked for the exact model and year.

What Is Included?

The selected Ultraflex C14 cable is supplied with:

• One Ultraflex C14 mechanical engine control cable in the selected length
• Integral cable terminals and end fittings supplied as part of the cable assembly

Not included:

• Mechanical engine control box
• A second cable where separate throttle and shift cables are required
• Control-box connection kit unless expressly stated as part of a separate package
• Engine-side clevises, pivots, clamps or adaptors not integral to the selected cable
• Installation labour and boat-specific mounting hardware

Which Engines and Controls Are Compatible?

Ultraflex specifies the C14 for BRP and Evinrude / OMC engines manufactured from 1979 to date. Before ordering, confirm:

• The engine model and year use the current OMC / BRP cable-end format
• The control box accepts C14 directly or uses the specified Ultraflex connection kit
• The selected length reaches the engine or gearbox connection along the complete installed route
• The control-box end and engine end match the required terminal geometry
• The required cable stroke matches the control and engine linkage
• Any control-box or engine-side connection kit is identified before installation
• The cable can be routed without kinks, crushing, heat exposure or interference with moving components

Pre-1979 OMC applications use a different cable family. Do not select the C14 from engine brand alone.

How Is C14 Different from MACH14?

C14 and MACH14 share the current OMC / BRP-style application and 75mm stroke.

• C14: Standard Ultraflex OMC / BRP-style control cable
• MACH14: Patented high-efficiency core designed to reduce lost motion
• MACH14: Flexible conduit for long or complex routes
• MACH14: Blue abrasion-, UV- and chemical-resistant jacket
• Both: 75mm / 3in stroke and current OMC / BRP-style application

For a direct replacement, match the existing cable model and length. An upgrade to MACH14 still requires the same terminal compatibility checks.

What Is the Multiflex Equivalent?

Multiflex's official control-cable cross-reference lists the Multiflex EC-014 as the corresponding cable family for the Ultraflex C14. The Multiflex SKU format is EC-014-XX, where XX identifies the cable length in feet.

• Multiflex model: EC-014
• Multiflex cable range: Standard BRP / Evinrude / OMC control cable
• Multiflex published travel: 80mm
• Multiflex stated minimum bend radius: 8in / approximately 203mm

This is a manufacturer-published family cross-reference rather than a statement that the two cables are dimensionally identical in every respect. The Ultraflex C14 listing states a stroke of 75mm / 3in, while Multiflex publishes 80mm travel for the EC-014. Before substitution, confirm the cable-end geometry, thread, available travel, installed length, bend radius, control-box connection and engine-side connection. Multiflex also advises users to confirm interchangeability before installation.

How Do I Select the Correct Cable Length?

Use the installed cable route and the exact cable-end positions when selecting the length.

• Replacement cable: Check the model and length printed on the existing cable. Where the marking cannot be read, measure the cable from tip to tip and round up to the next whole foot.
• New inboard or sterndrive installation: Measure the unobstructed routed distance A + B from the control to the throttle or shift connection, then round up to the next whole foot.
• New outboard installation: Measure A + B, add 3ft / 90cm for engine movement, then round up to the next whole foot.
• Cable route: Follow the actual installed path rather than a straight-line measurement and allow sufficient space for smooth bends and service access.

An incorrectly short cable can restrict movement or pull against the fittings. Excessive length can create unnecessary bends and increase control effort.

Available Lengths

This Shopify listing contains the following C14 variants:

• AF-4-C14-05: 5ft / 1.52m
• AF-4-C14-06: 6ft / 1.83m
• AF-4-C14-07: 7ft / 2.13m
• AF-4-C14-08: 8ft / 2.44m
• AF-4-C14-09: 9ft / 2.74m
• AF-4-C14-10: 10ft / 3.05m
• AF-4-C14-11: 11ft / 3.35m
• AF-4-C14-12: 12ft / 3.66m
• AF-4-C14-13: 13ft / 3.96m
• AF-4-C14-14: 14ft / 4.27m
• AF-4-C14-15: 15ft / 4.57m
• AF-4-C14-16: 16ft / 4.88m
• AF-4-C14-17: 17ft / 5.18m
• AF-4-C14-18: 18ft / 5.49m
• AF-4-C14-20: 20ft / 6.10m

Dimensions and Fitment

• Stroke: 75mm / 3in
• Listed length range: 5ft to 20ft
• Cable style: Current OMC / BRP style
• Engine-year guide: 1979 onward
• Operating function: One cable per throttle or shift function

The cable must reach both the control and engine connection without tension and must move through the full 75mm stroke without forcing either linkage stop.

Construction and Design

• Mechanical push-pull control cable
• Current OMC / BRP-style terminal arrangement
• 75mm / 3in operating stroke
• Whole-foot length options
• Designed for compatible marine throttle and shift systems

Use the connection hardware specified for the exact control and engine. Do not modify the terminals to fit an incompatible linkage.

Installation and Adjustment

Mechanical throttle and shift controls are safety-critical. Installation should be completed by a competent marine technician.

Before installation:

• Confirm the exact cable model and selected length
• Place the control and engine linkage in neutral or idle as applicable
• Isolate the engine starting circuit
• Inspect the control box, cable brackets, terminals and engine linkage for wear or corrosion
• Confirm the planned route provides smooth bends and clearance from heat, sharp edges and moving parts
• Identify every connection kit, clevis, pivot or clamp required at both ends

During installation:

• Route the cable with the fewest practical bends
• Do not kink, crush, twist, drill, shorten or modify the cable assembly
• Do not clamp the outer casing tightly enough to deform it
• Keep the cable clear of exhaust components, belts, steering linkages and moving machinery
• Secure the cable outer casing at the specified support points
• Adjust throttle and shift travel independently where two cables are fitted
• Use only the connection hardware specified for the control and engine

After installation, operate the control through its complete range with the engine switched off and confirm that:

• The control moves smoothly through its complete range
• Neutral and idle positions are correctly aligned
• Forward and reverse engage positively without forcing the linkage against its stops
• Full throttle can be selected without over-travelling the engine linkage
• The cable does not bind, pull tight or contact another component
• All cable terminals, clamps, pins and retainers remain secure
• Outboard engine steering and tilt movement do not stretch or kink the control cables

Do not operate the boat if the control is stiff, neutral cannot be identified positively, a cable is damaged or any terminal or retainer is loose.

Maintenance and Replacement

Inspect the complete control-cable installation regularly and before extended use.

• Check the cable jacket for cuts, abrasion, crushing, swelling or heat damage
• Inspect exposed terminals, pins, clevises and clamps for corrosion or wear
• Check that the cable remains supported without tight or distorted clamps
• Confirm that throttle and shift movement remains smooth and accurately adjusted
• Replace a cable that is kinked, seized, abnormally stiff or mechanically damaged
• Do not attempt to repair a damaged push-pull cable by straightening, splicing or welding it

Frequently Asked Questions

Which engines use the C14 cable?

Ultraflex lists it for BRP and Evinrude / OMC engines from 1979 onward; exact engine and control compatibility must still be checked.

Is the C14 suitable for pre-1979 OMC engines?

No automatic compatibility is stated. Earlier engines use a different cable style.

What is the stroke?

The C14 has a 75mm / 3in stroke.

Is MACH14 a direct upgrade?

It is the high-efficiency cable in the same current OMC / BRP style, but the ends, length and control connection must still match.

Are two cables required?

A separate cable is generally used for each throttle or shift function.

Is the product title being changed in the CSV?

No. The original Shopify title is retained exactly in the completed import file.

What is the Multiflex equivalent?

Multiflex lists the EC-014 as the cross-reference for the Ultraflex C14. Use the EC-014-XX format, where XX is the cable length in feet. Confirm interchangeability for the exact control, engine, cable travel, terminals and route before installation.

Key Features

• Ultraflex C14 mechanical engine control cable
• Current OMC / BRP-style cable format
• Compatible Johnson, Evinrude, OMC and BRP applications from 1979 onward where specified
• 75mm / 3in stroke
• Available in the listed 5ft to 20ft variants
• Suitable for compatible throttle or shift operation
• MACH14 high-efficiency alternative available separately
• Control box and connection hardware supplied separately
• Official Multiflex cross-reference: EC-014
• Multiflex SKU format: EC-014-XX
• Cross-reference compatibility must be confirmed before installation