[Brian Termine]

Gentlemen:

The speedometer in my '72 malibu convertible is extremely loud. I have the standard sweep style steedo and as I accelerate, I not only hear the ossilations on the cable, but I also see the speedo indicator on the dash slightly bouncing as acceleration continues.

Is this very common?
Do I need a new cable or does it possibly just need lubrication? (It is 27 years old)

Thanks in advance,

Brian

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[L6571SS]

Chances are you jsut need to get some speedo cable lube. The cable in my 71 chirps like a cricket I just havent been able to get to it yet.

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JT
71 SS Vortec 355
www.angelfire.com/co/KellyMotorsports

 

[RT]

Try the lube, but if it persists, you'll probably need to replace the cable. They're still available at most auto parts stores and not difficult to change.
Rich

 

[Gene Chas]

Brian, replaced mine because it was too long. No more noise.