SPEEDOMETER CABLE LUBE

[Red63440]

What is everyone using to lubricate their speedometer cable?

Thanks!

 

[ckessel]

As I remember, Graphite powder although some use white Lithium grease.

 

[pnora]

Just google speedometer cable lube. Just about any lube can work. Most of the time people think lubing the cable fixes everything. Worn heads create most problems.

 

[Red63440]

Cable is dry, it’s a new installation.

 

[zyzzyx]

Lock-Ease is a key/lock lubricant that has graphite in it and has been used for years.
If you have a locksmith nearby or buy it on-line. Ace Hardware, $4.59!

 

[pnora]

Cable is dry, it’s a new installation.

I always thought new cables were ready to go.

 

[turbine68rt]

I always thought new cables were ready to go.

Got a new cable from Rick E. and he even includes a note suggesting to pre-lube it.

 

[pnora]

Got a new cable from Rick E. and he even includes a note suggesting to pre-lube it.

No doubt it is a good idea. I just do not remember having to lube a replacement OEM cable.

 

[Red63440]

I always thought new cables were ready to go.

This is an OEM part but used. It was soaked, cleaned and dried…it does need lubed.