Took the pickup for a spin at last today,but noticed the mileometer wasn't working.Speedo works fine though.Any ideas what this might be
Mileometer Not Working
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wingnut
, Mar 15 2015 06:43 PM
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Posted 15 March 2015 - 06:43 PM
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Posted 15 March 2015 - 08:18 PM
Internal failure of the instrument, both parts are driven by the same cable.
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Posted 15 March 2015 - 09:24 PM
As Dan said, it's an internal failure. The cable drives a worm and pinion gear which in turn actuate a pawl that advances the odometer wheels. If the speedometer itself is working then you know the worm gear is turning. The problem may be a failed pinion gear, worn pawl, or damaged pawl spring (when/where fitted). If you are not comfortable opening the speedometer up to work on it, this is a repair for professionals.
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Posted 15 March 2015 - 09:34 PM
Ok,thanks for your speedy replies.How hard is is it to take the speedo out so I can have it repaired,and who do you recommend to repair it
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Posted 15 March 2015 - 09:45 PM
I am probably a few thousand too many miles away to recommend a repair business. I'm sure others will post suggestions for places like Speedy Cables.
The Mini was in production for several decades. Mine is a '64 with the center binnacle so I can only offer suggestions on how to remove it, not the later gauges positioned in front of the driver.
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