RedZCar

Anyone know how to remove the speedo's pinion gear and replace it? I think that might be my issue with my speedo reading the speed only on occasion.

TBK1

pretty easy, remove the one bolt that holds the retainer clip on and then wiggle/turn it back and forth as you pull it out. But would bet thats not the problem, either end of the cable could be slid out just a touch or the ends rounded (instead of flat) or binding inthe cable sleeve.

RedZCar

well... as stated in my other post... the digital gauge (86 auto n/a w/ digi dash) will read zero from time to time. When I say time to time I dont mean for a little bit. It can be like an hour without sign of a real speed. I replaced the speedo cable and the speed sensor. I've double checked the connection on both ends of the speedometer cable and they're good too. I can't imagine both cable's being rounded off. Any other ideas still would be greatly appreciated.

When the speedo goes to zero here are some other things that happen:

- Acts as if the kick down pedal no longer works (wont downshift for speed... but will when I decelerate)
- My "G" meter (which tell's how much of a "gangsta" I am... lol j/k) goes to zero.
- My car loses a little pep (probably related to the lack of downshift)
- My odometer stops working
- my gas milage gauge stops working (reads zero or a really high number ... aka 97mpg)


Keep the ideas coming i really appreciate it

TBK1

I'm really a 1st gen guy but sure sounds to me like an electrical prob and I would have no idea where to start!

RedZCar

yeah... I'm afraid its electrical too... this is easier to fix so I thought I'd try it first. Anyone know where to look if it is electrical?