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Re: speedometer cable threads

To: "Richard Rivenbark" <rrivenbark@cfl.rr.com>,
Subject: Re: speedometer cable threads
From: "Peter C." <nosimport@mailbag.com>
Date: Fri, 10 Mar 2006 08:30:40 -0600
Tad,
         I've sold a few of these lately. They're VFC. (neat-o)
Go with the remote transducer, and use a glue on bit on the drive 
shaft, or wheel. Doesn't matter where. Their tech people are most helpful.
         Peter C.
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At 04:38 PM 3/9/2006, Richard Rivenbark wrote:

>Hola list,
>I have a question that I am sure one (if not many) of you know the answer
>to.  I am contemplating putting an Autometer Phantom speedo in my 74 Midget.
>What I need to know is what is the size and thread type on the speedo
>connector nut, and what size it the square drive that is on the end of the
>shaft.
>
>The mechanical gauge has 5/8"X18 threads and requires a .104" square drive.
>It has a 1:1 final drive ration (60MPH at 1,000 RPM input to speedometer
>head).   Will this match the stock Midget speedo adapter?
>
>If I go with the electric programmable version, it needs a 7/8"X18 with a
>.104" square drive at the transmission to mount the sending unit.
>
>Do either of these match the stock Midget pieces or would I have to have a
>custom cable made?
>
>Thanks,
>Tad




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