Buzzy Speedo

[jadney@vwtype3.org (Melissa & Jim)]

>From: cayson@juno.com (Cayson J Ellsworth)

>Recently the speedometer on the Fastback has been really annoying.  It
>makes a loud buzzing noise, starting at about 25mph.  The noise increases
>its speed with the car.  I reached around under the dash and felt the
>speedo cable whilst driving(not recommended, btw!)  and it was vibrating
>like mad.  Could I fix this by lubing the cable, or is my speedo on the
>way out?  Thanks for any help.

This is usually the cable (not the same as a beetle cable.)  The OE cables 
could not be disassembled for lubrication, but I have occasionally had some 
luck dripping heavy oil in the upper end.  I have seen some cables that 
could be disassembled.  If yours can be, you can check the inner wire for 
fraying and lube it with a grease that is good for the full range of temps 
that your car will see.  If it has ANY fraying replace it.

Jim
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       Melissa Kepner                                    Jim Adney
       jadney@vwtype3.org              jadney@vwtype3.org
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