Hi
Apologies, this is most likely not a new topic but I cant seem to add to previous discussions. So I needed to replace my speedo cable. I followed the advice of removing the radiator then undoing the bolt on the brakcet that holds the speedo cable and drive into the gearbox. That was quite a task!
i have purchased a new cable and bench tested the speedo by connecting the speedo end of the cable up to speedo, and connecting gearbox drive end to an electric drill. Then a careful press of the drill and the speedo needle works.
My problem now is to connect the cable to the drive end - this is a square shaped pinion. The cable is also square ended, wrapped in wire. But the cable just wont push fit in. I want to make sure the connection is secure before going through the task of putting the drive pinion back in, remounting radiator etc etc..
i am surprised the gearbox end of the cable doesnt push fit into the pinion - bizarrely the other end does. The only thing I can think of is carefully taking some of the wire off the end of the cable and seeing then if it fits.
photo shows the pinion - plus a strange bracket that was i think attached to the bolt?
Any ideas or suggestions most welcome
thanks