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Subject:Speedometer/odometer problem
From:Tim Talevich
Date:Tue, 31 Oct 2000 10:27:47 -0800

Hello all:

Question #2 for my new 88 Vanagon Westy:

The odometer stopped working awhile back. Then, the speedometer started
making a whining noise. I fiddled with the cable entering into the
speedo/odo box, taking it out, then pushing it back in a few times, wiggling
it while driving, etc. Nothing worked. So, the question is: How does one
repair this equipment? Is it worthwhile taking out the speedo and tinkering
with the gears? Or is it unfixable, and I must get a new speedo? I'd prefer
not to do this, of course, because I'd like to keep the odometer reading
accurate (and not spend a lot of money).

Suggestions?

Thanks.

Tim T.

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