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Message started by giom-650 on 11/30/04 at 11:30:08

Title: Squeeky speedometer
Post by giom-650 on 11/30/04 at 11:30:08

The squeeky speedometer is solved by pushing petroleum jelly between the rubber cowling seal and the fuel tank. You use a thin plastic card to slide the petroleum jelly between the seal and tank. Wipe the excess jelly off your tank when done.

I think most of the squeeking occurs at the front of speedo bezel seal. So, make sure that area is covered.
Mine no longer squeeks. ;D

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Greg_650 on 12/01/04 at 04:12:44

giom-650 wrote:

You lube a squeaky door hinge, so why not a squeaky speedo. Makes perfect sense ;)

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Smoknweelz on 12/01/04 at 08:08:32

I agree tha Lubing is a great idea,
But wouldn't it make more sense, in this case, to use a Grease (ie. for Ball joints etc.) instead of petroleum jelly? Because I recall that petroleum degrades rubber
... as we all know from other aspects of life... ;) ;D

Smokn~ 8)

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by giom-650 on 12/01/04 at 08:37:11

Silicone grease might be a better choice. The petroleum jelly is said to oxidize away quickly. I've found some information that petroleum jelly effects latex rubber, but I suspect the bezel seal is a synthetic rubber that has to stand up to the elements and so is not likely to be effected by the jelly.
Be careful not to use anything that will attack the paint on your tank. The seal is easier to replace than the tank. ;)

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Greg_650 on 12/02/04 at 14:35:12

I'm planning to install a grease nipple on the speedo housing to make it easier to lube.
8)

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Susan on 12/03/04 at 07:17:41

What's a grease nipple?

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Smoknweelz on 12/03/04 at 08:55:06

Funny Greg! ;D

And don't worry Susan, This has nothing to do with a wild night on the town.... 8)

Smokn~ 8)

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Paladin on 12/03/04 at 10:02:02

Susan wrote:

What's a grease nipple?

Try Google Images -- first use "grease nipple" and then "grease gun" to see images of nipples and the tool used to force grease thru the nipple into the space you wish to grease -- such as wheel bearings, ball joints, or speedometer housings.

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Greg_650 on 12/05/04 at 05:49:36

Paladin wrote:

Don't guys have all the fun with terminology? We have male and female named parts for everything, plus greasy nipples, and pet c_ocks. Too many terms to remember.

Don't worry Susan. A grease nipple is just something that guys like to squirt grease into :o

Title: Re: Squeeky speedometer
Post by Susan on 12/08/04 at 08:00:21

You guys and your terminology crack me up! Thanks for the explanation. :D :D