My 160 mph speedometer had an issue a few months back. I was out for a drive and the speedo started making a grinding noise and needle broke off. I purchased a new one from Ames and installed it last weekend. The needle bounces @ low rpms and is off 10 mph? Has anyone else had this issue and will a new speedometer cable cure this problem.
Suggest graphite lube from an Auto Parts store. Works great for speedo cables without attracting dirt like grease does.
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If its bouncing, the driver gear may be worn. The cable assembly; Remove it and clean with brake clean. Then spray it with teflon gun lube. Wipe off any excess.
If you remove the cable from the transmission first you can pull the gage cluster out enough to get your hand behind and unscrew from the speedo. I dropped the steering column slightly as well. Not easy, but not super hard either.
