Re: Speedometer
Posted by 53 Cavalier On 2023/9/4 13:16:05
So the problem is my stupidity. 🙄
The cable that I replaced my original one with was a bit longer, and the squared part wasn't as long, so I modified it a bit. But the solder only went a short ways compared to the original. When I went to square off more of the cable it was only cable and instead of it being square I ended up with just the round inner core for about 3/8".
I figured it wasn't ideal, but instead of waiting and getting it repaired, or a different cable, I popped it in anyway.
But as luck would have it, that narrow spot lines up exactly with where the shaft of the drive engages the cable. So it would hold a little, and the speedometer would work, and then it let go and quit.
So two lessons. 1. 53 Cavalier and Patrician speedo cables are just slightly different. 2. If you're having troubles with something that you worked on, good chance you are the problem!
At least it's a simple fix, and no harm done.
A project for this evening!
Attach file:
Speedo Cable.jpg (366.01 KB)
The cable that I replaced my original one with was a bit longer, and the squared part wasn't as long, so I modified it a bit. But the solder only went a short ways compared to the original. When I went to square off more of the cable it was only cable and instead of it being square I ended up with just the round inner core for about 3/8".
I figured it wasn't ideal, but instead of waiting and getting it repaired, or a different cable, I popped it in anyway.
But as luck would have it, that narrow spot lines up exactly with where the shaft of the drive engages the cable. So it would hold a little, and the speedometer would work, and then it let go and quit.
So two lessons. 1. 53 Cavalier and Patrician speedo cables are just slightly different. 2. If you're having troubles with something that you worked on, good chance you are the problem!
At least it's a simple fix, and no harm done.
A project for this evening!
Attach file:
Speedo Cable.jpg (366.01 KB)
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