One of Kludge's major successes while on the Rootes payroll was the design of a
Tiger speedometer which suited all markets with their potential to establish
various speed limits. It had the added advantage of reading at different speeds
while at a constant velocity for interstate journeys or European trans-border
jaunts. He tried to get Lucas to pick up the design contract.
CoolVT@aol.com wrote:
> My speedometer has always jumped and been inaccurate. I had the speedometer
> rebuilt and found no change. I've been told that the transmission shaft gear
> is probably worn and has to be replaced. I haven't wanted to pull the trans.
> just for this so for the past 2 years I've relied on my tachometer for 4th
> geatr speeds. The other gears I just guess at my speed and take it easy.
> Does the worn shaft gear theory sound logical? It is nylon and prone to
> wear?
> Mark L.
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