C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

[Larry E.]

When we R&R the distributor tachometer cross gear what would be the proper lubricant applied to it? I assume
some of this lubricant will seep back onto the tach. cable. How much should be applied? My car is a 66 but thinking
this question would apply to all C2 years. Thanks in advance>Larry

[Larry E.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

Anybody?? Thanks>Larry

[Larry M.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

Larry:

When I did this job last, I used Delco-Remy #1960954 grease that is specific for this job. It can be found, but is not easy to get. Many folks use Lucas "Red-n-Tacky" synthetic chassis grease in this application. You want to use a good bit on the gears, but don't overdo it.

Larry

[Donald H.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

I just rebuilt a tach and I use the Red and Tacky.

[Duke W.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

I prefer GM 1960954 Distributor and Starter motor lubricant that I also use for the upper bushing grease well. It's long out of production, so since these are "permanently" lubricated you need a long life product that is very slow to evaporate. That means a full synthetic like Mobil 1 grease.

Duke

[Larry M.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/254917379626?epid=26018404768&hash=item3b5a42862a:g:hyIAAOSwWT9e9e6p

Larry

[Mark E.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/25491737962...IAAOSwWT9e9e6p

Larry

$49.50 plus $13.50 shipping for 12 ounces of "vintage grease"? Mobil 1 or Valvoline synthetic grease is better and only $15 per pound.

[Larry M.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

OP asked what to use for rebuilding his tach distributor. Collectively we gave him three or four choices/recommendations as well as sources for the "hard to find" stuff. He can now decide which path to take.

1. DR 1960954
2. Lucas Red-n-Tacky
3. Mobil1 synthetic
4. Valvoline synthetic

Larry

[Larry E.]

Re: C2 Proper Lubricant When R & R Distributor Tach. Cross Gear?

Thanks to all that gave their opinion. Price-Wise I will go with>
Lucas Oil Red "N" Tacky Grease, 1 Pound Tub, 16 Ounces (LUC10574) $7.99 at various places like>Amazon/Walmart/Advance Auto and more. Larry