Date:         Fri, 22 Oct 2004 14:09:24 -0600
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From:         jimt <wetwesty@TACTICAL-BUS.INFO>
Subject:      Re: Bouncy Speedometer
Comments: To: Dave Chameides <docproteus@EARTHLINK.NET>
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On 10/22/04 9:40 AM, "Dave Chameides" <docproteus@EARTHLINK.NET> wrote:

> I have an 83 diesel 1.6 with 131,000 miles on it and the speedometer bounces
> around quite a bit.  IΉd say itΉs about a 2-3 mph range and it seems like
> the same amount at most speeds.  I know this is an older car syndrome that
> is not unique but I am wondering if anyone knows what causes it and how it
> can be fixed.
> 
> Dave
> 
> 
Check the connection of the cable on the back of the speedo.  That is the
normal spot for that small range.

The other cause is a worn speedo cable that is starting to fray.  Best way I
have see to spot that is that the bounce is different.  The bounce from  a
frayed cable is usually broader range and is very sudden in its shifts. A
sudden 10 mph drop and then jump to 10 or more mph higher and then back to
normal and then again and again.
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