The Speedo cable could be worn. Replacing it might fix the problem. Small
burrs or a piece of frayed wire cause the cable to hang up.
Mark
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> From: Rod Randle <randle@concentric.net>
> To: triumphs@autox.team.net
> Subject: Re: Jumping speedo needle
> Date: Monday, October 27, 1997 8:44 PM
>
> HMENTZEN@aol.com wrote:
> >
> > Any ideas on what I should check to correct the bouncing of the speedo
needle
> > on my 79 Spit? The other problem with the speedo is that I have to tap
the
> > speedometer to get the needle to begin registering the rpm. TIA
> > Thanks to those people that responded to my questions about doing away
with
> > the monza system (exh) . I installed the falcone stainless system from
TRF. I
> > did have to shorten the back pipe to get the muffler to line up with
its
> > mounts. The sound is different- more subdued but very enjoyable.IMHO
> >
> > Hans Mentzen
> > 79 Spit FM92061
>
>
> Interesting you mention the tach problem. It takes about 30 seconds for
> my tach to start registering anything. Once it moves it is very smooth
> and doesn't seem to be hanging up on anything. I'll be interested to
> see what info this brings.
>
> Rod Randle
> Shoreline, WA
> '78 Spit FM77880U
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