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  1. J

    TR2/3/3A Speedometer Bounce with Odometer Gear Movement - Benchtop Calibration

    Is it normal for there to be some amount of bounce in a Jaeger speedometer needle that coincides with the ratcheting of the two brass odometer gears? During repair I did a benchtop confirmation with the odometers NOT installed, using a DC motor and controller set to the calibration value...
    • Joel M
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    • bounce calibration odometer speedometer
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Triumph
  2. J

    TR2/3/3A Speedometer Works Removal

    Does anyone know how to remove the works from the speedometer housing? I tried to follow Anthony Rhodes instructions from his repair manual, but the reset (which is functional) bottoms out before making it into the case. I am probably short about 1/8" to 3/16". I've tried finessing the...
    • Joel M
    • Thread
    • speedometer
    • Replies: 10
    • Forum: Triumph
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    TR2/3/3A Can't get zero on speedometer 60K tr3A

    I'm taking the wraps off my TR3A for spring tune up and lo and behold, the speedometer is at 17mph. I jacked up a rear wheel and went through the gears, shut off engine, and falls back to 17 mph again. How do I get it to fall to zero. Any advice? Thanks. Le T
  4. B

    Speedometer Cable Routing

    The speedometer on my '62 AH 3000 Mk II BT7 tri carb has never worked properly. The needle simply waved over the likely possible speed. I suspected the cable so ordered a replacement and at the same time had the speedometer cleaned and calibrated. The angle drive was missing the recommended...
  5. N

    Wanted Speedometer or dial Km/h for BT7 Mk II - buy or trade for MPH

    Hi! I need to swich my speedo or just the dial, which is currently in MPH, to one for Km/h. Those available from parts sellers are black, but I am looking for the one with a champagne/off white dial and black center. I am interested in buying or trading.
  6. G

    Speedometer adjustment

    How is the BJ8 speedometer recalibrated when the rear end has been replaced with 3:54 gear ratio. I know that it can be sent off and calibrated. What is the actual method used to recalibrate it. My son used his GPS when he was here from England and it appears I am about 8-9 mph low on the...
  7. G

    Speedometer removal

    I need to recalibrate my speedometer for my 1967 BJ8 after changing the rear end to a different gear ratio. What are the steps to remove it from the dash? How does one remove the long stem that resets the odometer? Do I need to disconnect the speedometer cable first from the back or after I pull...
  8. Simmo

    MGB 1970 MGB Speedometer Faceplate

    Does anyone know where I can purchace a new face for this speedo. It seems that I was a little heavy handed cleaning the on I have and now I need a new one.
    • Simmo
    • Thread
    • speedometer
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: MG
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