Should I lubricate new speedo cable?

[Gary McCormick]

Replacing speedo cable for the 3rd or 4 time. This time installing with new holes in front trunk, as shown in Best of Xweb pix.

I have seen some forums (for other cars, not X) that recommend lubricating cables except for last 3 inches at each end.

Should I coat core of cable with lubricant? If so, is white lithium grease suitable?

Gary McCormick
Carlisle, PA

 

[ianlawson]

Speedo inner cable lube

Should I coat core of cable with lubricant? Gary McCormick Carlisle, PA

I have always found a LIGHT coating of moly-disulfide grease is best. And, yes, leave the end that goes into the speedo head free of grease!

cheers, Ian - NZ

 

[EricH]

I used white lithium grease

And so far, so good, after three years. This isn't exactly a high-stress application, so I'd expect that anything that is reasonably stable and protects against corrosion would be fine.