I have a 1993 Maxum 1800 runabout with Alpha One Mercruiser stern drive. The steering was getting exceedingly difficult to turn, especially at slower speeds, so it was time to change the cable. The boat's parts list showed the original cable to be some obscure number which I could not find anywhere. With a bit more research, I found this cable in 14' length and took a gamble. This cable seems to be identical and it is a direct match, and fit just like the stock one. The steering is now back to normal. The gamble paid off.