As above, i`m trying to fix my mates car. The speedo don`t work at all so i took the clocks out and the cable is connected properly. So i`ve checked the cable by putting a cordless drill on the gearbox end of the cable, and it works. Just doesn`t work when attached to the gearbox...

Anyone know what the problam could be...?

Many thanks, Ed.

 

shite gear in the box!far as i knew u gotta strip the box down to fix it?not 100% sure on tht tho

 

mate, I had this once, the cable goes into a plastic think on the box iirc, this can wear like to an apple core shape so isn't getting contact and so not turning the cable when driving.

There is some sort of pin to pull out and then retract this plastic cylinder thing out and change it.

Worked on mine, can be a b*stard to get that cyclinder out.

 

Agree with matts1,but it can also be a sign that the diff bearings are worn.regards,Micky

 

You want one of these
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Ford-Escort-RS...3286.m20.l1116
im sure ford still do them (and cheaper)

 

Why didnt ford make em out of aluminium or steel? It would make better sense.

 

cause ford wanted you to spend money on replacments lol!

 

Thanks for the info, i will look into it in the morning and see how hard it is to change. Will also take a trip to the local Ford dealer...

Anyone changed one recently?