When you're shopping for marine replacement parts, the first decision is which system is actually failing: the tilt/trim unit that raises the outboard, or the control cable that shifts gears and opens the throttle. The two parts solve completely different problems, but both are common repairs for outboard owners. One is a 12V tilt and trim motor replacement, and the other is a throttle or shift cable. If you pick the wrong one, the part won't fit and the repair stalls, so the decision comes down to which system in your boat is actually failing.
Quick Verdict
If the tilt/trim unit is slow, weak, or dead, the Total Power Parts TRM0095 tilt trim motor at $129.37 is the direct replacement you need. If the shift or throttle lever feels loose, hard to move, or disconnected, the Teleflex Type 400 CC17020 cable at $69.99 is the lower-priced fix. They don't compete for the same job, so the right choice depends on whether you're rebuilding the tilt/trim system or replacing a control cable.
Comparison
| Product | Price | Price Bar | What It Replaces | Best For |
| Tilt Trim Motor Replacement for API Marine (TRM0095) | $129.37 | | Suzuki DF four-stroke outboard tilt & trim motor | Replacing a failed tilt/trim unit |
| Teleflex Type 400 20Ft Shift Control Cable (CC17020) | $69.99 | | Johnson/Evinrude throttle or shift cable | Replacing a worn control cable |
Where Each Wins
- Total Power Parts TRM0095 tilt trim motor wins when you need a fresh replacement motor for the tilt/trim unit. It replaces the API Marine PT653NM and J & N 430-22123 part numbers, and it also matches common part numbers like 38100-92J02 and 38100-92J03, making it easy to confirm before ordering.
- Teleflex Type 400 CC17020 cable wins when your control lever is the problem and the cable is the suspected cause. It works as a throttle or shift cable and is a straightforward replacement for a worn control cable.
Detailed Look
Total Power Parts TRM0095 Tilt Trim Motor
This new 12V tilt and trim motor from Total Power Parts is built for Suzuki DF four-stroke outboard tilt/trim systems. It carries Model TRM0095 and Manufacturer Part Number 430-22123, and the interchange numbers include common fitments like 38100-92J02, 38100-92J03, 5033838, 5033925, and 5034525, which helps you confirm the replacement against your old unit. The dimensions are useful for a quick check: outside diameter 78.5mm, shaft diameter 8mm, and length 113mm. Choose it when the motor itself is the problem. The main limitation is fitment: it's not a universal motor, and the product carries a California Proposition 65 warning. If your outboard isn't the Suzuki DF four-stroke family, this may not be the right replacement.
Teleflex Type 400 20Ft Shift Control Cable
This Teleflex Type 400 cable is a 20-foot control cable with part number CC17020, designed for Johnson/Evinrude control systems. It works as a throttle or shift cable, so it covers both common control functions. The condition is new old stock and it's not in the original box, so you receive the cable as pictured rather than a retail package. Pick this when your shifter or throttle lever feels disconnected or the cable is binding. The main limitation is the fixed 20-foot length: if your rig needs a different reach, this exact cable won't change length, and new old stock means no factory box.
Final Choice by Use Case
If you're rebuilding the tilt/trim unit, the Total Power Parts TRM0095 tilt trim motor is the replacement part to order. If the problem is a stiff, broken, or disconnected control cable, the Teleflex CC17020 cable is the part you need. They serve very different jobs, so match the repair to the correct component rather than choosing by price alone.
