IanMc Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Hi all, Anyone know the part number of, and where I can source a speedo cable for my 1979 2.0 auto Cav? I ordered one on Ebay that the Seller claimed would fit, but its only about half the length required. Thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mickfrad Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 (edited) Hi Ian There are a few company's that will make cables for you if nothing else comes up. http://www.cable-tec.co.uk/Products/Speedo_Tacho_Cables.asp https://speedycables.com/speedometer-cables/ Edited August 1, 2019 by Mickfrad 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Cheers Mick, appreciated. I am hoping to get one 'off the shelf' if possible, but if there is no other option, then yes, I will certainly do that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1200bandit Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 When l was in the first garage that l work in ,l had to make the inner speedo cables Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 3 minutes ago, 1200bandit said: When l was in the first garage that l work in ,l had to make the inner speedo cables Ooh I do love a volunteer... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H-400 Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 In Belgium still available, but not sure it fits also on a automatic. Manufactor of the cable is Hitec, length 1240mm. Looked at your topic and connection on the gearbox looks the same... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 1 hour ago, H-400 said: In Belgium still available, but not sure it fits also on a automatic. Manufactor of the cable is Hitec, length 1240mm. Looked at your topic and connection on the gearbox looks the same... Hi Herman, Many thanks for your post. I can get one for a manual car, no problem at all. Unfortunately it’s the auto box that is causing the problem at the moment. I will find something soon - I promise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droop snoot hp firenza Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 i have an auto box for a manta i will have a look to see if the cable is there but i do not think it is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 2 hours ago, droop snoot hp firenza said: i have an auto box for a manta i will have a look to see if the cable is there but i do not think it is Thanks mate, much appreciated.... BUT .... I have literally just found and bought one on Ebay. Basically I E-mail lots of random sellers telling them all my predicament and one guy came back saying that his listing was incorrect and what he was selling was in fact for an AUTO not a manual. What a stroke of luck, I'm very pleased I can tell you!! Thanks to all of you top people for your help and suggestions ! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny D114BCW Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 I have a speedo cable off a 4 speed auto I think it was a 2ltr Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 32 minutes ago, Danny D114BCW said: I have a speedo cable off a 4 speed auto I think it was a 2ltr Hi Danny, Many thanks, but I THINK that I am all sorted now - fingers crossed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julian Posted August 2, 2019 Share Posted August 2, 2019 Ian. When you do get a cable that is correct for an automatic box, will you put up details? for eg, length and clear photos of both ends, for me? Please. Cheers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 49 minutes ago, Julian said: Ian. When you do get a cable that is correct for an automatic box, will you put up details? for eg, length and clear photos of both ends, for me? Please. Cheers. No problem Sir, it will be a pleasure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrCarlos Posted August 4, 2019 Share Posted August 4, 2019 I have auto speedo cables on the shelf 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 5, 2019 Author Share Posted August 5, 2019 An update and (hopefully) successful outcome to this small search. I am pleased to report that the correct part has arrived. Hope fully the details below will not only help Julian, but maybe somebody else in the future. The first two or three photos are of the packaging of the cable, the rest show the end fittings and finally the overall length of the cable for my car (even though the packaging says 76 3/4" = 1949.45 mm). Its also interesting to note that it says that this cable will fit some manual Manta's and Ascona's?! The speedo / dash end: The auto box end: And lying next to the old one on the garage floor - they match! Just need to fit the bulkhead grommet to the new cable and then all I have to do is fit it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMc Posted August 6, 2019 Author Share Posted August 6, 2019 Dear all, I am pleased to report it fits like a glove! Hopefully I can test it in a day or two. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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