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drgoetz · 11-14-2023, 11:55 AM

I have a '50 Merc with a speedometer that does not work. I replaced the gear and the cable; the "speedo" part worked however the odometer does not move. I can hear the cable. Additionally, at present, NOTHING WORKS.
I have made attempts to remove the dash with no luck. I can only get it part way out and then the wiring harness and steering wheel prevent any further movement. I have dropped the steering column out of its bracket, however, the wiring harness is so brittle I fear the cloth coverings will crack and "short" the dash.
I did try to remove the speedometer from the back/bottom but the peddles beat-me-up.
Any suggestions other than letting "someone else do it"?

11-14-2023, 11:55 AM	#1
drgoetz Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Lexington, KY Posts: 76	49-51 Merc Speedometer Removal I have a '50 Merc with a speedometer that does not work. I replaced the gear and the cable; the "speedo" part worked however the odometer does not move. I can hear the cable. Additionally, at present, NOTHING WORKS. I have made attempts to remove the dash with no luck. I can only get it part way out and then the wiring harness and steering wheel prevent any further movement. I have dropped the steering column out of its bracket, however, the wiring harness is so brittle I fear the cloth coverings will crack and "short" the dash. I did try to remove the speedometer from the back/bottom but the peddles beat-me-up. Any suggestions other than letting "someone else do it"?