deluxe speedo sticky?

[DMMuir]

Is there an adjustment or lubing option on the 40 deluxe Speedo?


It's the only part of the dash I don't have fully working. If I connect it it sort of works but whines and jumps around. if I disconnect it the cable from the trans seems to turn steadily and smoothly. I'd like to get it back working

 

[marko39]

It’s probably also due for a cleaning.

 

[47topless]

It’s probably also due for a cleaning.

ditto,
If it's jumping, I would lube the cable with graphite.

 

[19Fordy]

I also found that if you support the speedo cable so it goes straight into the speedometer, without a sharp bend, it helps reduces the stress on the cable.
I used a piece of electrical wire and a wire tie. Speedo (not seen) is on the left.

 

[19Fordy]

I also found that if you support the speedo cable so it goes straight into the speedometer, without a sharp bend, it helps reduces the stress on the cable.
I used a piece of electrical wire and a wire tie. Speedo (not seen) is on the left.

Sorry for the double post.

 

[petehoovie]

I also found that if you support the speedo cable so it goes straight into the speedometer, without a sharp bend, it helps reduces the stress on the cable.
I used a piece of electrical wire and a wire tie. Speedo (not seen) is on the left.

 

[fortyfords]

See the brass plug that is removed from the hole just above the cable hookup tube. There is a felt in there that needs a little oil. Take a sharp thin knife blade to get under the brass plug to remove it.

 

[petehoovie]

See the brass plug that is removed from the hole just above the cable hookup tube. There is a felt in there that needs a little oil. Take a sharp thin knife blade to get under the brass plug to remove it.

 

[fordor41]

that's how I fixed our '41 speedo. drove the speedo with a square drive bit in a battery drill, in correct direction, while adding light oil onto the wick. took out all needle jumping