Speedometer cable

[TheBMan]

18 minutes ago, Scott S. said:

Chevelle parts seem to be more readily available..... Despite the fact most interchange. 

Ever get the feeling of being that red headed step child ??? LOL

LOL!

[riverdogs00]

On 8/17/2021 at 5:29 AM, John S said:

When you replace the speedometer cable with the new one should you pull the cable out and lightly lubricate it or leave it as it is? I was going to lightly lubricate it with white lithium grease. It is been about 40 years since I replaced one let me know what you guys do with them.

John S

This little tool makes the job much easier.  https://www.mamotorworks.com/corvette/product/corvette-1953-1982-speedometer-tachometer-cable-lubricator-609467  

[Marks71]

What a cool tool. Just ordered one. 

[jft69z]

Too much grease is a bad thing too. The gentleman he's speaking of in the below post is from Redline Gauge & Clock repair.

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-general/3414485-do-not-grease-those-cables.html#post1586081136

 

GM recommends AC Delco Speedometer Lube, ST 700, though it can't be found anywhere.

Popular opinions are to use a light coat of white lithium or a liquid graphite type lube. 

Another recommended lube is Kable-Ease:

https://www.amazon.com/AGS-KABLE-EASE-1-2-OZ-TUBE/dp/B000II9816

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c1-and-c2-corvettes/4769861-looking-for-tips-and-suggestions-how-to-clean-and-lube-speedometer-and-tachometer-cables.html

SDS sheet for Kable-Ease, basically graphite and mineral oil:

https://www.autowaresgroup.com/msds/AGS//MZ4.pdf

[Marks71]

Thanks for the info Joe. After reviewing the links, I decided to cancel  the order for the tool. After all mine makes no noise and works fine.

[Montemedic]

Great information Joe. Thanks for sharing !!

[cny first gen 71]

Looks like a nice tool but I do know to much grease is not good for that cable and the wrong grease can also cause problems mostly in cold weather. Guess I'll stick with the old fashion way (if needed) it always worked for me.