{"product_id":"quick-release-steel-ball-joint-fits-33c-control-cables-replaces-pre31799","title":"Quick Release Steel Ball Joint – Fits 33C Control Cables (Replaces PRE31799)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .ss-table-wrap { overflow-x:auto; -webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch; }\n  table.ss-table { width:100%; border-collapse:collapse; min-width:640px; }\n  table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td {\n    padding:10px 12px; border:1px solid #e5e7eb; text-align:left; vertical-align:top;\n  }\n  table.ss-table th {\n    white-space:nowrap;\n    word-break:normal;\n    letter-spacing:normal;\n    font-weight:600;\n    background:#f8fafc;\n  }\n  @media (max-width:480px){\n    table.ss-table th, table.ss-table td { padding:8px 10px; font-size:14px; }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eQuick Release Steel Ball Joint – Fits 33C Control Cables\u003c\/strong\u003e is designed for use with light-duty and standard 33C control cables from leading manufacturers including Morse, Teleflex, Seastar, Dometic, Ultraflex, AquaFlex, and Multiflex. Compatible cable types include 33C Light Duty, 33C Mirscable, 33C Red Jacket, 33C Supreme, 33C TFXtreme, Mach Zero 33C, C2 33C, C8 33C, and 33C Edge cables. The ball joint features a 10-32 UNF threaded end for secure attachment to marine control systems on both outboard and inboard applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis component serves as a direct aftermarket replacement for OEM part number PRE31799.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick-release design for easy cable connection and disconnection\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e10-32 UNF threaded end provides secure mechanical attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with both outboard and inboard control cable systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePart Number Matrix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse this matrix to confirm equivalent references across OEM and aftermarket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Part Number Matrix\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eOEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003ePRE31799\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEngine \u0026amp; Model Compatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm your engine model\/year in the table below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"ss-table-wrap\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable class=\"ss-table\" aria-label=\"Cable Compatibility\"\u003e\n    \u003cthead\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n        \u003cth\u003eCable Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/thead\u003e\n    \u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMorse \/ Teleflex \/ Seastar \/ Dometic\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C Light Duty Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMorse \/ Teleflex \/ Seastar \/ Dometic\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C Mirscable Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMorse \/ Teleflex \/ Seastar \/ Dometic\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C Red Jacket Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMorse \/ Teleflex \/ Seastar \/ Dometic\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C Supreme Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMorse \/ Teleflex \/ Seastar \/ Dometic\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C TFXtreme Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUltraflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMach Zero 33C Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUltraflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eC2 33C Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eUltraflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eC8 33C Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eAquaFlex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eC8 33C Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMultiflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003eMultiflex\u003c\/td\u003e\n        \u003ctd\u003e33C Edge Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdl\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eThread Type\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003e10-32 UNF\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eMaterial\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eSteel\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eDesign\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eQuick Release Ball Joint\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eCable Compatibility\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003e33C Control Cables\u003c\/dd\u003e\n  \u003cdt\u003eApplication\u003c\/dt\u003e\n  \u003cdd\u003eOutboard and Inboard Marine Control Systems\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis package does not specify included components in the primary source data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDisconnect the control cable from the engine or control system before beginning installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThread the ball joint onto the 10-32 UNF threaded cable end, ensuring proper engagement of all threads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAlign the ball joint with the mounting point on the control lever or linkage arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEngage the quick-release mechanism to secure the ball joint to the attachment point.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify that the ball joint moves freely through its full range of motion without binding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTest the control cable operation from the helm to confirm smooth engagement and proper response.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTroubleshooting \u0026amp; FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eHow do I know if this ball joint fits my control cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCheck your existing cable model against the compatibility table above. This ball joint is designed for 33C series cables from Morse, Teleflex, Seastar, Dometic, Ultraflex, AquaFlex, and Multiflex. Verify that your cable end has a 10-32 UNF thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat does the quick-release feature do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe quick-release mechanism allows you to connect and disconnect the cable from the control lever or linkage without tools. This simplifies maintenance, cable replacement, and engine removal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eCan this be used on both throttle and shift cables?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eYes, this ball joint is compatible with both throttle and shift control cables that use the 33C standard with 10-32 UNF threaded ends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eHow do I install the ball joint onto my cable?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThread the ball joint onto the cable end by turning it clockwise until fully seated. Ensure all threads are engaged properly. Then attach the ball to the control lever using the quick-release mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWhat are signs that my ball joint needs replacement?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLook for excessive play or looseness in the connection, difficulty engaging or disengaging the quick-release, visible corrosion or damage to the ball or socket, or erratic control response at the helm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWill this work with my outboard motor?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis ball joint is compatible with outboard and inboard engines that use 33C control cables. Verify your cable model and thread type before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eOEM vs. Aftermarket?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis listing is an aftermarket replacement (not OEM). Built to OEM-level specifications with comparable materials. Manufactured in an ISO 9002 facility, batch-inspected for consistency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eShipping speed \u0026amp; cost\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWe ship worldwide quickly—typical transit 5–15 days. Standard shipping is free; expedited options appear at checkout where available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n  \u003csummary\u003eWarranty \u0026amp; returns\u003c\/summary\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eCovered by a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects under normal use. If issues arise, contact support with your order details. Returns are accepted within our standard window (unused \u0026amp; in original condition). See our policy page or reach out for instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Important Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVerify images\/specifications against your original part. If anything differs—even if your model appears compatible—do not purchase.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eThis is an aftermarket replacement, not an OEM component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessional installation is recommended for safety and performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Sea Sierra\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePro-Grade Standards — We supply marine parts engineered to OEM-level tolerances and tested for real-world conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFast Global Fulfillment — Free standard delivery to most regions in 5–15 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eManufacturer-Direct Value — Fair pricing without compromising on materials or QC.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SeaSierra","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51025605263675,"sku":"23BJ179","price":23.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8673\/8747\/files\/12_8812b604-1e0d-420e-833f-a7edf80f2a4f.jpg?v=1772928023","url":"https:\/\/seasierra.com\/products\/quick-release-steel-ball-joint-fits-33c-control-cables-replaces-pre31799","provider":"SeaSierra","version":"1.0","type":"link"}