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speedometer replacement / repair

PostPosted: 14 Aug 2015 1:45
by Dale1035
The speedometer in my 73 is in need of repair or replacement. The problems with the existing speedo are 1. Reads too fast. 2. Bounces .
I was told that the gage cluster was changed from standard to rally which included a 150 mph speedo. Would putting a std 120 mph speedo fix my problems, or do I also need to change the gear in the transmission? Thanks

Re: speedometer replacement / repair

PostPosted: 14 Aug 2015 7:23
by fbernard
I don't think speedos are even the same diameter between standard and rallye cluster.
You can have your speedo restored, there are several shops which do that (Tachman, Auto Instruments, etc) .

Re: speedometer replacement / repair

PostPosted: 14 Aug 2015 8:52
by Adrian Worman
Even just a knackered old speedo cable will cause a bouncing needle.
Try that first.

The speedo reading too fast will be down to the plastic gear drive in the trans.
They are 4 or 5 different colour coded gears available.

Re: speedometer replacement / repair

PostPosted: 14 Aug 2015 20:23
by Dale1035
Ok I will take a look at the cable. Thanks for your help.