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edgar44 · 03-13-2015, 08:44 AM

After installing a new Mitchell over drive in my 31 Coupe, when I took it for a spin the speedo didn't work. I followed written the instructions. Any suggestions?

MikeK · 03-13-2015, 08:55 AM

The cable core isn't engaging, either at the back of the speedo or at the 'turtle'. Take the cable off the speedo and see if it turns when you move the vehicle. Take it from there.

edgar44 · 03-13-2015, 09:22 AM

Thanks. I will try that and see what shows up.

MAG · 03-13-2015, 04:23 PM

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Had identical problem with Mitchell installation last week. Unit was shipped with the "key hole" type speedo cable drive adapter. A "square" drive cable adapter fixed the problem.
I suppose one could tell Mitchell what type was needed to avoid the situation.

03-13-2015, 08:44 AM	#1
edgar44 Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 44	odometer not functioning with new Mitchell OD install After installing a new Mitchell over drive in my 31 Coupe, when I took it for a spin the speedo didn't work. I followed written the instructions. Any suggestions?

03-13-2015, 08:55 AM	#2
MikeK Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Windy City Posts: 2,919	Re: odometer not functioning with new Mitchell OD install The cable core isn't engaging, either at the back of the speedo or at the 'turtle'. Take the cable off the speedo and see if it turns when you move the vehicle. Take it from there.

03-13-2015, 09:22 AM	#3
edgar44 Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Southern California Posts: 44	Re: odometer not functioning with new Mitchell OD install Thanks. I will try that and see what shows up.

03-13-2015, 04:23 PM	#4
MAG Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 925	Re: odometer not functioning with new Mitchell OD install Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) Had identical problem with Mitchell installation last week. Unit was shipped with the "key hole" type speedo cable drive adapter. A "square" drive cable adapter fixed the problem. I suppose one could tell Mitchell what type was needed to avoid the situation. __________________ I noticed the harder I work the luckier I get!