I was riding along, heard a rattling noise from the instruments and then, “pow”, the speedometer just let go. The dial seemed to break free and I could see that the screws holding it in place were no longer there and the needle no longer moves. Is this something a newbie can fix by taking it apart and finding the screws and replacing them. Or could the cable be broken and need professional attention?
I would be inclined to send the speedo to a specialty shop. There is probably an advertiser in the Airmail that specializes in this work. In my experience, a new speedo cable is a good idea if you go that route. A person wouldn't want an expensive repair to be ruined by a wonky cable.
former Airmarshal, IL.
Greg, to be honest I would need a better description of the issue or pictures to answer you. Your speedometer is pretty well built and frankly I have never had one go pow, lol.
A new cable would be a must as they don't last forever and when binding due to wear can snap and cause weird readings on the gauge. A cable is not all that hard to replace.
As to what other screws you are writing about, can you take some pictures and post them? Thanks, St.
Beware! I do not suffer fools gladly! St.
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