Guest F37Olds Posted March 7, 2007 Share Posted March 7, 2007 The speedometer on my 55 Bel Air has recently begun making a rather loud screeching noise and the needle is bouncing around wildly. I pulled the cable out, cleaned and greased it, but it didn't help. Is there any way to lube the speedo head or does it need replaced? It sounds like it needs greased if that's possible. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted March 7, 2007 Share Posted March 7, 2007 I use only graphite on speedo cables. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickey McChesney Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 Yes, you can lube the head. I would use a light instrument oil. With the speedo assy removed, gain access to the speedo head. You will find a small 1/4 in. brass plug which will give you access to the shaft which can be lubed. I have done several with great success.Mickey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Randy Berger Posted March 8, 2007 Share Posted March 8, 2007 For lubrication of the head itself, I would use watchmakers oil. It is a fine grade of oil that won't just gum things up. I wouldn't use 3-in-one to oil the screech on my cat. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> There may be a cotton wick to apply the oil to - use a mirror to search for it if removing the head is too difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest F37Olds Posted March 17, 2007 Share Posted March 17, 2007 Thanks all. Once the weather breaks around here, I'll give it a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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