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Old Apr 24, 2025 | 11:34 PM
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Does anybody here know what size speedometer cable meaning the length I need for my 77 Corvette. Four speed manual. Thank you.
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I believe it's 70 inches long. But it's been a long, long time since I replaced mine. I put in a new one right around 2002 . I think I just ordered a new one from Ecklers. Back before Ecklers fell apart of course.
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I believe it's 70 inches long. But it's been a long, long time since I replaced mine. I put in a new one right around 2002 . I think I just ordered a new one from Ecklers. Back before Ecklers fell apart of course.
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According to the GM Parts Catalog 1977 w/o cruise is 1550.0 mm. About 61 inches.


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It doesn't hurt to have about 10" extra length. It makes removing and reinstalling the gauge panel easier with the extra length to give you hand-room behind the gauge cluster.
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