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groovnmama

Thu Mar 31 2011, 08:45AM

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I have a 68 beetle. I keep having problems with my speedometer. I have had to change out 3 different speedometers and now this one is doing the same thing. It keeps going haywire. Loud noise and the speed handle goes crazy. Doesn't tell your actual speed. Just replaced the cable again (it broke too). Has anyone had this type of problem before that can help me out? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!

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Thu Mar 31 2011, 07:26PM

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did you lubricate the cable when you installed it? Use graphite.

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Check the other end of the cable seat.

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I'm not sure if hubby lubricated the cable or not. I will ask. I will have hubby also check the cable seat. Thanks!

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Fri Apr 01 2011, 06:34PM

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If the hole in the dust cap is warveld (or is it worveld) out it might do that.

PS I believe the West Virginia word for it is wallered, Mark would be the one to confirm that.

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