{"product_id":"sierra-18-2158-shift-cable-assembly-63-in-mercruiser-1-sterndrives-s-n-1562900-6225576-forward-bell-housing-install-replaces-19543a2","title":"Sierra 18-2158 Shift Cable Assembly, Aft Bell Housing Installation, 63 Inch Conduit, White","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sierra 18-2158 is a shift cable assembly built for aft installation into the bell housing. It uses core wire with armored strand construction, which means it does not require a separate support tube for proper operation. The assembly comes with a 63 inch conduit and includes a hardware package, so the mounting hardware needed for installation is provided along with the cable itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis cable is designed for boat drive applications where the shift mechanism mounts from the aft side of the bell housing. Because it uses armored strand core wire rather than the older stranded core wire with a soldered tip, it does not need a support tube during installation, simplifying the setup compared to shift cables that require one. The assembly is finished in white and is built to Sierra's standards for withstanding the marine environment, including exposure to moisture, vibration, and temperature swings that shift cables experience in regular use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 18-2158 is intended as a direct, drop-in style replacement for the aft-installation shift cable it corresponds to, giving boat owners and marine technicians a straightforward way to restore proper shift cable function without sourcing a support tube separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sierra\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-2158\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInstallation Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aft installation into bell housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCore Wire Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Armored strand construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport Tube Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No (not needed with armored strand core wire)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConduit Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 63 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardware package\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.3 pounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 030999311627\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Sierra 18-2158 shift cable assembly used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a shift cable assembly designed for aft installation into the bell housing, used to connect the shift control to the drive so the operator can shift between gears.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-2158 require a support tube?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. The Sierra 18-2158 uses core wire with armored strand construction, which does not require a separate support tube for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long is the conduit on the 18-2158?\u003c\/strong\u003e The conduit on the Sierra 18-2158 shift cable assembly is 63 inches long.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the 18-2158 come with mounting hardware?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, a hardware package is included with the Sierra 18-2158 shift cable assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the 18-2158 for forward or aft installation?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-2158 is built for aft installation into the bell housing, not forward installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat color is the Sierra 18-2158 shift cable?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-2158 shift cable assembly is white.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much does the 18-2158 weigh?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-2158 shift cable assembly weighs 1.3 pounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the 18-2158 and a shift cable that uses a support tube?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-2158 uses armored strand core wire and does not need a support tube, while shift cables built with old style stranded core wire and a soldered tip are designed to be used with a separate support tube.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Sierra 18-2158 a genuine Sierra part or aftermarket equivalent?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 18-2158 is manufactured by Sierra, a supplier of marine parts engineered to meet or exceed the original equipment it replaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is included with the 18-2158 shift cable assembly?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra 18-2158 includes the shift cable assembly with its 63 inch conduit and a hardware package for installation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48988093087963,"sku":"SIE-18-2158","price":93.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0839\/7586\/4539\/files\/sie-18-2158_lg__63887.1558123358.500.750.jpg?v=1785188445","url":"https:\/\/www.goodvibesmarina.com\/products\/sierra-18-2158-shift-cable-assembly-63-in-mercruiser-1-sterndrives-s-n-1562900-6225576-forward-bell-housing-install-replaces-19543a2","provider":"Good Vibes Marina","version":"1.0","type":"link"}