Speedometer Cable Install Advice
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Speedometer Cable Install Advice
Hi There!
I replaced my 1973's speedometer cable after finding it burnt and lying on top of the exhaust. After two attempts, the speedometer is still dead (It worked previously. I know, maybe I should redefine, "broken"). When I took a second look at my install, I hadn't gotten the speedometer end fully inserted into the clip. I got it firmly installed into the gauge but, it still doesn't register a speed.
Before I go for a third try, I wanted to write and ask for any advice on the transmission end. All I did was reinsert the drive gear and bolt on the retaining clip. Is it really that simple? Is there a way to confirm that its engaging with the transmission? Should I try a power drill on the drive end to see if it registers on the speedometer? When I put the drive gear on the cable and turn it by hand, I feel resistance but, am able to turn it. I can't clearly see the cable's route behind the dash. Maybe double check it's straight with no, "loops?"
Thanks for any help!
P.S. I greased the cable before installing it.
I replaced my 1973's speedometer cable after finding it burnt and lying on top of the exhaust. After two attempts, the speedometer is still dead (It worked previously. I know, maybe I should redefine, "broken"). When I took a second look at my install, I hadn't gotten the speedometer end fully inserted into the clip. I got it firmly installed into the gauge but, it still doesn't register a speed.
Before I go for a third try, I wanted to write and ask for any advice on the transmission end. All I did was reinsert the drive gear and bolt on the retaining clip. Is it really that simple? Is there a way to confirm that its engaging with the transmission? Should I try a power drill on the drive end to see if it registers on the speedometer? When I put the drive gear on the cable and turn it by hand, I feel resistance but, am able to turn it. I can't clearly see the cable's route behind the dash. Maybe double check it's straight with no, "loops?"
Thanks for any help!
P.S. I greased the cable before installing it.
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If it is in at speedo you should be able to turn cable at tranny by hand and watch it move speedo. Second person needed. You should be able to pull drive gear out of tranny and spin the gear to check whole mechanism. If that is working make sure you see the other gear in trans and make sure they mesh and housing sits flat in tranny.
