should i lube a new clutch cable?
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should i lube a new clutch cable?
supposedly this cable is nylon lined, should i still lube it? regular engine oil work? or should i use a lighter oil?
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
I just put on a throttle cable on my Yamaha, then had to pull it part way apart to lube it. YES, lube it. I used 3-in-1 oil. Some people use graphite, and ther isalso a silicone spray that works well with metal/nylon combo stuff, but I've not used it on cables (yet)...
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"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
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The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
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'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
Yes, I always lube new cables before installing them.
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
depends.... how long do you want to wait before you have to replace it, and how hard do you want it to be to pull
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
lube is your friend!!
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
lubed my brand new one.
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
YES - LUBE IT
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
Yes, never assume, just my 2$$$
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
this thread is from 2011!!!???
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
good eye
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
But it's O.K. Krazy Dave has not posted since 2013
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
Absolutely !!!
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Re: should i lube a new clutch cable?
Having the 'similar threads' listed at the bottom of the page is a great idea .... many of the old posts are great information .... after all, our bikes are even older .... not that old is bad .... I hope.
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