I used red axle grease on my speedo which is working great.

My speedo cable was new so I didn’t lube it. I have heard guys use graphite lube or pour thinned gear oil down the coil. I haven’t tried this and would wonder if any gear lube would be thrown outward near the ends?

Last edited by Fox; 01/01/2021 5:21 AM.

1970 Chevrolet C10
Grandpa's -- My first truck -- In progress to shiny
Follow the build in the Project Journal
1950 Chevrolet 1-Ton Dually
"Ole Red Girl"
In the Stovebolt Gallery
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1951 GMC 9430 1 ton dually--Shiny! | 1972 Chevrolet C20- Rusty- the puzzle box lid for the C10 | 1962 AMC Rambler American- my wife's
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1951 GMC 9300 | 1951-GMC 9430 | 1951- Chevrolet 1300