New mechanical speedometer drive solution
01-31-2012, 03:27 PM
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Thanks for the responses, Progress is looking real good, I have my speedo and drive motor at my machinist, waiting on the GM cluster to get the adapter finished. I am looking for a Mopar speedo, If anyone has one please let me know.
02-07-2012, 08:33 PM
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Zipster,
I own Gene's Speedometer in Milford (Cincinnati), Ohio. I have been reading this thread and have to say I am impressed. It seems like a really cool forum. If you want, I can ship you a Mopar speedometer. I have a bunch of old scrap Dodge speedos. It seems like you are on the cusp of solving a major issue without having to use the dreaded (& outrageously expensive) Cable X. You can call me @ 513.563.4280 (that applies to anyone) if there's anything I can help you with. I'm not trying to drum up business or anything, just enjoy talking about the stuff. I mainly work on newer electronics, but I still have all the old cable driven parts if there are any tips or anything else you need. Again, I hope no one takes this as me trying to advertise, not my intention. Thanks for having me!
-Garrett Myers
I own Gene's Speedometer in Milford (Cincinnati), Ohio. I have been reading this thread and have to say I am impressed. It seems like a really cool forum. If you want, I can ship you a Mopar speedometer. I have a bunch of old scrap Dodge speedos. It seems like you are on the cusp of solving a major issue without having to use the dreaded (& outrageously expensive) Cable X. You can call me @ 513.563.4280 (that applies to anyone) if there's anything I can help you with. I'm not trying to drum up business or anything, just enjoy talking about the stuff. I mainly work on newer electronics, but I still have all the old cable driven parts if there are any tips or anything else you need. Again, I hope no one takes this as me trying to advertise, not my intention. Thanks for having me!
-Garrett Myers
02-07-2012, 08:53 PM
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Garrett I PMd you. also just an update. I have the motor connected to the 67 Skylark dash. The motor mount is machined out of aluminum and turned out great. I did a test run and its looking very good. Waiting on the electronics, maybe this weekend we can run the motor with the motor controller. I would say we are 85% through the R&D, we will see if any problems come up at that point. I did get a 72 Challenger speedo, looks like it can be done also. I will post pics............
02-07-2012, 09:26 PM
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I am anxiously awaiting the outcome! I have a cluster out of an 82-89 Camaro. Not sure if it can be of any use though because the speedo is broken. I wasn't sure if you were looking for clusters for fitment issues or not. PM me if I can be of any assistance.
02-08-2012, 07:09 AM
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thanks guys, the collar is attached by a small set screw.
Hey Booster, My brother in law has a 59 Bel Air and he is getting one also. I think they should be the same.
Hey Booster, My brother in law has a 59 Bel Air and he is getting one also. I think they should be the same.
02-12-2012, 05:23 PM
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Got a small video for ya all.
Before anyone comments on the jump at start up its from the 12volt regulated supply I am using. Its probably 50years old and the adjustment **** is very touchy. But here ya go.
Before anyone comments on the jump at start up its from the 12volt regulated supply I am using. Its probably 50years old and the adjustment **** is very touchy. But here ya go.
02-12-2012, 07:19 PM
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Looking great,glad you are getting this worked out.I was pretty sure this could work I just did'nt have the electrical skills to make it happen.This is a big deal to me because I want to run original type gauges in my old cars and do not like the cable x.Ive been looking for a better solution for a while now.Looks you've about got it figured out.Great work Zipster!
02-12-2012, 07:26 PM
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I'm impressed with how close you are to finishing this. Wish it was available when I needed it, but now I have installed a full set of electronic gauges instead.
I'm subscribed to the thread to see how this turns out.
I'm subscribed to the thread to see how this turns out.
02-13-2012, 04:21 PM
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Congratulation!! Looks like that is a hugh success. No way you will hear that over standard road noise. Any heat build up running the motor at low RPMs?
Keep us posted. Looking foward to the Zipster Speedo Conversion hitting the market soon.
Keep us posted. Looking foward to the Zipster Speedo Conversion hitting the market soon.