hey there i have a question
it seems that my speedometer always goes up to like the higest speed even when im going like 30 km an hour it just goes all the way up to like 220
my tachometer doesnt do the same thing so its something to do with the speedometer cable im guessing!
if you have any idea get back to me plz thanks!

 

Yeah, it's either your gauge, the linkage, or at the other end.

 

SLOW DOWN! THIS IS A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD!!!!

 

Sounds like you need a new speedo cable. It is an easy fix.
hanman

 

i thought it would be something like that yes but where does the other end go to, like where in the engine do i find the start of the speedometer cable
and how would i go about installing a new gauge

 

i think it goes down to the tranny...

 

just reach under the dash and pull it out.. it is not that hard to do

 

I think the problem is in the speedo itself and not the cable.

The cable turns a little disk inside the speedo which is coupled to a magnet which is in turn connected to the needle. If the disk and magnet are too close or touching it will cause the needle to skyrocket exactly like yours is doing.

 

what is the best way to hook up an aftermarket spedo

 

The million dollar question I'm still trying to find out

 

should i remove the dash then? how do i get to the gauges so i can check, and if they are too close together what can i do to fix that?

 

You might have to just buy a new speedo.

To gain access you need to remove at least part of the dash. It's been awhile since I replaced mine but I seem to remember that is was a pain in the *** to get to.

*edit* There's a little spring attached to the needle which could also cause this problem if it's broken or missing. Anyhow, you'll need to pull the speedo to check it.