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zz28zz 04-07-2013 12:39 AM

Shift cable lube??
 
Are the Alpha1 shift cables supposed to be lubed, or do they work better without lube?

phragle 04-07-2013 12:47 AM

no lube. lube just seems to hasten their demise actually.

Andrew 19 04-07-2013 08:28 AM

shift cable
 
I used to disconnect mine in the off season @ the
shift bracket. Hang it from the rafters and drip 10w40
oil throughout the season. It did make a difference
for me. I'm in salt water. My 2......
Rory

zz28zz 04-09-2013 10:27 PM

Thx guys. I replaced the cable a few years back, but boat hasn't been used much since then. I works fine but since I have it out (bellows replacement), I figured I would ask. Boat hasn't seen any salt since cable swap.


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