| bo8109b | -- 10-18-2011 @ 7:25 AM |
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Replaced the speedometer reading 68,000 miles in my '48 with a better one reading 93,000. Should I not worry about the different mileage or have somebody turn the replacement back to 68,000? It's a first rate car.
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| supereal | -- 10-18-2011 @ 7:36 AM |
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As long as the speedo operates smoothly, I wouldn't touch it. If not, it should be sent to a pro for cleaning, lubing, and adjusting. The chances are, if you attempt to change the odometer, it will have to repaired, anyway. When I replaced my speedo, I made a note in my maintenance log for reference. Speedos are, in essence, similar to clocks. Unless you have experience in that area, it is better sent out. My original unit was simply worn out, and the repair estimate was high, so I found a NOS replacement. The price was $900, so take care with any that are still operating.
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| oldford2 | -- 10-18-2011 @ 1:08 PM |
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There is a 46 NOS speedo on ebay now. $450. The chrome around the rim is flaking.
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| supereal | -- 10-18-2011 @ 4:37 PM |
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When you are offered a "NOS" instrument, be sure it is actually New old stock. Over the years, I've seen lots of items called NOS, but are actually "take offs" from dealers that were put back on the shelf. Given the premium prices asked, be sure it is really NOS. Much is not.
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| 51f1 | -- 10-18-2011 @ 5:08 PM |
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To echo what supereal said, I believe that a lot of NOS stuff, especially the stuff that has been removed from and replaced in the box, is really stuff that was defective. I got a NOS transmission gear that had a spline that was not machined properly. I was able to carefully file it until it fit. Also, a NOS windshield washer kit that had been removed from it's box and replaced had a defective fitting that I was able to repair. Richard
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