Where does the speedometer go in the transmission?
There are two gears in the transmission that make the speedometer work. The speedometer cable gear (driven gear) is mounted within a sleeve/housing that goes into the side of the transmission’s tailshaft housing. This is where the speedometer cable attaches to the transmission.
What should I do if my speedometer says 60 mph?
For example, if your speedometer is showing 60 mph and it should be showing 52 mph, you will need to use a driven gear with more teeth to spin the speedometer cable slower. In this case, you need to add three teeth. But, a perfect combination is not always going to happen.
How many teeth are in a GM speedometer?
The Turbo 350, Powerglide, and GM four-speeds have driven gears that have anywhere from 17 to 25 teeth. Speedometer driven gears in the Turbo 400 and 700R4 have between 34 and 45 teeth. In these transmissions, each tooth added or deleted changes your speedometer reading.
Are there any problems with the speedometer on a vintage car?
Fortunately, problems with mechanically operated speedometers can often be resolved with a little effort. Here we’ll talk about how they work and common problems on vintage automobiles.
There are two gears in the transmission that make the speedometer work. The speedometer cable gear (driven gear) is mounted within a sleeve/housing that goes into the side of the transmission’s tailshaft housing. This is where the speedometer cable attaches to the transmission.
For example, if your speedometer is showing 60 mph and it should be showing 52 mph, you will need to use a driven gear with more teeth to spin the speedometer cable slower. In this case, you need to add three teeth. But, a perfect combination is not always going to happen.
Is it normal for men to wear Speedos?
It’s pretty normal to wear a speedo in Europe, even mandatory at French public pools. The speedo has helped men win Olympic gold medals and gave us a reason to watch Baywatch. Still, the majority of American men tend to have mixed feelings about the speedo. In one of our recent polls, we asked men what type of swimwear they typically wear.
The Turbo 350, Powerglide, and GM four-speeds have driven gears that have anywhere from 17 to 25 teeth. Speedometer driven gears in the Turbo 400 and 700R4 have between 34 and 45 teeth. In these transmissions, each tooth added or deleted changes your speedometer reading.