Speedometer cable lube what's best?

[GN HEAD]

Before I put the car away last fall, I noticed the speedometer cable making a little noise and I was wondering what is the most popular lube for it.

 

[83ttypecooled]

Hi,
I think you can't really see what it's all about.Thanks for the input, though....

 

[bmackinnon]

Hi,
I think you can't really see what it's all about.Thanks for the input, though....

Huh??? Anyway.... Your GM dealer sells a grease specifically for this purpose. I would recommend using it, although I'm sure others have used different products. Here's the procedure from GNTTYPE.org:

Speedometer Cable Maintenance

Let us know how it goes... I'm particularly interested, as my speedo, while not making noise, is doing the 'bounce' thing.
HTH...

 

[mhogan6]

White lithium grease-Lubriplate brand-is the most popular.
Graphite compound is best.
Don't lube the last 6 inches near the speedometer head, it can work it's way into the speedo.

 

[GN HEAD]

Thanks for the replies, now I've got another project before she hits the streets for the season....

 

[83ttypecooled]

Hi,
Sorry for the blurry comment before. Graphite lube, as you would use in a lock,is my favorite.I have had NO luck separating the two cables, however.As a consequence, I have been unable to lube the lower cable.