200 MPH Speedometer
09-13-2004, 10:56 AM
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200 MPH Speedometer
I want to replace (not convert) the 85 MPH speedometer in my '80 Corvette with a new 200 MPH speedometer (or 140 or 160 etc). What is the best route? Looks like I would need to just do the Auto Meter thing.
09-13-2004, 05:15 PM
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Originally Posted by djunod
I want to replace (not convert) the 85 MPH speedometer in my '80 Corvette with a new 200 MPH speedometer (or 140 or 160 etc). What is the best route? Looks like I would need to just do the Auto Meter thing.
I might just have what you're looking for.
Email me be glad to help in any way
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09-13-2004, 05:25 PM
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I took the leap and order all new Auto Meter gauges (Pro-Comp black faced), including the 200 MPH speedometer.
I have a '73 that has an '80 interior... there have been problems with some of the gauges. I'm putting in a new motor (and probably transmission), so want to make sure all my gauges work right, as well as start the odometer at zero.
I have a '73 that has an '80 interior... there have been problems with some of the gauges. I'm putting in a new motor (and probably transmission), so want to make sure all my gauges work right, as well as start the odometer at zero.
09-13-2004, 11:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Cali,68,L-79
I'd go with the 160 stock speedo. But will it fit your dash?
It will fit fine. I changed mine a couple of weeks ago in my 80.
09-13-2004, 11:29 PM
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Looks bigger to me... haven't actually tried to install it... just compared it from the outside. I like the 200 MPH better anyway. At shows, little kids like to look at the speedometer to "See how fast it can go".
09-14-2004, 08:09 AM
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Zip offeres a 140MPH conversion here. It's another option.
79L-81 SPEEDOMETER, 140 MPH CONVERSION
-Xakk
79L-81 SPEEDOMETER, 140 MPH CONVERSION
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09-14-2004, 01:31 PM
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I fancy changing my speed as well - not only to look good but as I usually cruise at around 100 mph - it would be kinda handy to know.
In the UK, below 100 the cops give you a good bollocking - over and its usually your licence gone for 6 months
In the UK, below 100 the cops give you a good bollocking - over and its usually your licence gone for 6 months
09-14-2004, 01:34 PM
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I fancy changing my speed as well - not only to look good but as I usually cruise at around 100 mph - it would be kinda handy to know.
In the UK, below 100 the cops give you a good bollocking - over and its usually your licence gone for 6 months.
So, anyone got a spare one looking for a home ??
Can send bucks, visa or 3 nights out with the girlfriend.......and the looser gets 6 nights out with her mother.
In the UK, below 100 the cops give you a good bollocking - over and its usually your licence gone for 6 months.
So, anyone got a spare one looking for a home ??
Can send bucks, visa or 3 nights out with the girlfriend.......and the looser gets 6 nights out with her mother.
09-14-2004, 06:56 PM
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Le Mans Master
For what its worth, I found this set 140 tach-speedo set up on ebay for ya. I wouldnt expect it to go for big bucks.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...922061789&rd=1
Somebody painted it black, but you may want to consider it as a core for another one, or with a little luck you may be able to clean this one up. If it was me ( and the unit worked) I would get it,and then just replace the face, which is a lot less $$$$$ than the whole unit. Good luck.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...922061789&rd=1
Somebody painted it black, but you may want to consider it as a core for another one, or with a little luck you may be able to clean this one up. If it was me ( and the unit worked) I would get it,and then just replace the face, which is a lot less $$$$$ than the whole unit. Good luck.
09-15-2004, 01:52 AM
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I can get you a 140 or 165 mph speedo unit.They sell for 200 and I'll pick up the shipping for a forum member.
They're rebuilt and look stock the 140s were in 78-79s the 165s never happened but can be easily installed in a 78-82.
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Jason
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They're rebuilt and look stock the 140s were in 78-79s the 165s never happened but can be easily installed in a 78-82.
Email me
Jason
VetteInstruments@aol.com
