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Momboy007 · 12-19-2008, 09:03 PM

Hello All,
What is the best way to lubricate, and what type of lube should I use to lube up my temperature control cables? I have a factory AC truck and I noticed they do not move as freely as they probably should. Also, what procedure would you recommend?
Thanks all,
Rick

**LockDoc** · 12-19-2008, 09:39 PM

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Hi Rick,

I always remove mine to lube them. They are not hard to remove if you use a tool like in the first picture to remove the small clips. The second picture shows where to insert the tool to push the clips off. Just get it in close to the post and work it around them. I use PB Blaster on the cables first to loosen them up then a light oil such as 3-in-1 oil to lube them. It makes a lot of difference after you get it done.

LockDoc

Momboy007 · 12-19-2008, 10:36 PM

Thanks Loc Doc,
Do I need to remove the temp control unit? also, are those clips reuseable? I do have a spring tool, almost like yours, do you remove the cables from both ends? I also have both PB Blaster and 3 in 1
Thanks again for the help
Rick

Brad · 12-19-2008, 10:39 PM

I did it basically like LockDoc recently and they work soooo much better. I'd be prepared to ruin a couple of those clips, but they can be reused if you're careful. The other ends are just screwed to the air box.

**LockDoc** · 12-19-2008, 11:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Momboy007

Thanks Loc Doc,
Do I need to remove the temp control unit? also, are those clips reuseable? I do have a spring tool, almost like yours, do you remove the cables from both ends? I also have both PB Blaster and 3 in 1
Thanks again for the help
Rick

The control unit is held in place by two screws under the edge of the dash and isn't hard to remove. Just be careful of the wire to the switch. It makes it a lot easier. If you take it slow on the clips you can usually save them and re-use them. I completely remove the cables, otherwise it is hard to get the oil to flow down into them.

LockDoc

**clay68c10** · 12-20-2008, 07:28 PM

I removed the cables also, way better in the long run. It worked well to let the lube self-soak with the cables hung up in a u-shape so he lube could penetrate all the way. I used miro-mist and 2 years later they still work as smoothly as the day I put them back together.
If you're pulling out the controls, instal the upgraded top(?) lever while you have it out. I think ECE sells it.

moon · 12-20-2008, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by clay68c10

If you're pulling out the controls, instal the upgraded top(?) lever while you have it out. I think ECE sells it.

My top lever is missing and I was just about to try and do something about it, so thanks much for this heads up.

Can anyone tell about this lever? What cable to do I need?

AND::::> Where does that top cable go?

PanelDeland · 12-20-2008, 11:35 PM

lay the removed cables in your drain pain with the old oil in it for a couple days.

**clay68c10** · 12-21-2008, 03:30 PM

As I recall, the top lever controls the a/c flap and the vacuum switch. It's been a while...

12-19-2008, 09:03 PM	#1
Momboy007 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 82	Temperature controls Hello All, What is the best way to lubricate, and what type of lube should I use to lube up my temperature control cables? I have a factory AC truck and I noticed they do not move as freely as they probably should. Also, what procedure would you recommend? Thanks all, Rick

12-19-2008, 09:39 PM	#2
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,818	Re: Temperature controls - Hi Rick, I always remove mine to lube them. They are not hard to remove if you use a tool like in the first picture to remove the small clips. The second picture shows where to insert the tool to push the clips off. Just get it in close to the post and work it around them. I use PB Blaster on the cables first to loosen them up then a light oil such as 3-in-1 oil to lube them. It makes a lot of difference after you get it done. LockDoc Attached Images __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 - Last edited by LockDoc; 12-19-2008 at 09:42 PM.

12-19-2008, 10:36 PM	#3
Momboy007 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Southern California Posts: 82	Re: Temperature controls Thanks Loc Doc, Do I need to remove the temp control unit? also, are those clips reuseable? I do have a spring tool, almost like yours, do you remove the cables from both ends? I also have both PB Blaster and 3 in 1 Thanks again for the help Rick

12-19-2008, 10:39 PM	#4
Brad Out of the carpool lane. Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Clark Co, WA Posts: 5,672	Re: Temperature controls I did it basically like LockDoc recently and they work soooo much better. I'd be prepared to ruin a couple of those clips, but they can be reused if you're careful. The other ends are just screwed to the air box. __________________ 1968 C-10 SWB, 5.7 Vortec/700R4/3.73 posi, Torch Red 1968 Camaro, 250/Powerglide, all original (No, I'm not gonna drop a 350 in it!...Jeez!) 2000 Honda VFR in the faster yellow! 2008 Husqvarna TE-610 1967 C-10 SWB 'Six Appeal'-Gone but not forgotten...

12-20-2008, 07:28 PM	#6
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,991	Re: Temperature controls I removed the cables also, way better in the long run. It worked well to let the lube self-soak with the cables hung up in a u-shape so he lube could penetrate all the way. I used miro-mist and 2 years later they still work as smoothly as the day I put them back together. If you're pulling out the controls, instal the upgraded top(?) lever while you have it out. I think ECE sells it. __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ

12-20-2008, 11:35 PM	#8
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: Temperature controls lay the removed cables in your drain pain with the old oil in it for a couple days. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

12-21-2008, 03:30 PM	#9
clay68c10 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Centennial, CO Posts: 2,991	Re: Temperature controls As I recall, the top lever controls the a/c flap and the vacuum switch. It's been a while... __________________ ClusterTruck: 68 C10 Bought in 89, wrecked in 03. Slow low $ rebuild started '17. 6.0 & TKO http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=788602 93 K1500 Short Step, 350, NV4500, EBL flash ECU. Vortec heads & roller cam someday... 05 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. 3” lift & 6-speed 02 E320 the insurance total “free car” 13 Tahoe LTZ



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