A system is provided which is capable of controlling one or more parameters of a vehicle, such as vehicle speed or engine RPM. The cable filaments are aligned. At least one of the first and second plates has an inlet orifice feature adapted to receive a hydrocarbon stream, and at least one of the first and second plates has an outlet orifice feature adapted to exhaust a reformate stream. A lubricant retaining and cartilage defining exterior layer is applied to one or both of opposing surfaces of the plugs.