Re: {Chrysler 300} 1959 Chrysler 300 E Speedometer Cable Noise

Hi all,

I lubed that small wick in the back of the speedo as follows. After removing the cover beneath the speedo, I loosened the screw with a small screw driver. Then I used a straw to remove the screw completely. Using a syringe loaded with light oil I injected a small amount of oil by pushing the syringe needle through the cotton. Withdrew the needle and reassembled.

Easy as pie.

Dan Reitz

Bell Canyon, CA

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From: Lindsey <lindsey@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>

Date: 2/9/22 5:16 PM (GMT-08:00)

To: rob <rob@xxxxxxxxxx>

Cc: Chrysler 300 Club International <chrysler-300-club-international@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>

Subject: Re: {Chrysler 300} 1959 Chrysler 300 E Speedometer Cable Noise

Someone else will be able to give you more precise pics and info, mine is in cold storage. I would have a look under the dash, not easy to get there. There is a fitting/screw where the cable goes into the speedo. There is a wick in there that needs some light oil on it. Maybe the easy fix. ( how flexible are you? ). I took my seat out to get in there a bit easier? If not, then you are onto lubing the speedo cable itself where others are better to advise. I’m sure you will enjoy driving the dar and welcome to the club.

Lindsey Fuller in Winnipeg canada.

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On Feb 9, 2022, at 6:50 PM, rob <rob@xxxxxxxxxx> wrote:

I am new to this group, Just bought a 1959 300 E (Radiant Red) in very good condition-
it came from Portland Oregon( the car now resides in my garage in Salem Massachusetts). It was owned by a fellow out in Portland for
close to 40 years…his name was Robert Winkler. I was told by the
dealer I bought it from it sat for about 10 years and was not driven.
They worked to get it into pretty good shape. Engine runs and starts well.
When I get over 20 mph there is a whiling noise coming from what I think
may be the speedometer cable. I have only driven the car 4 times (still enter here)
and each time I drive it I think the sound is a bit less. Can anyone tell me how to to lubricate this speedometer cable?

Thanks
Rob Lutts Salem Massachusetts

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