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Newly Acquired 944s (1986) - Speedo problems

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Shanks_Kop

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[FONT=calibri"]Howdy All,[FONT=verdana,geneva"]

[FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"]Newly paid up member and first time Porsche owner of a low mileage one owner 944s. If I could very kindly pick the brains of those more well versed.[FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
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[FONT=calibri"]The vehicle is Just going through a service and once over with Northway Porsche.[FONT=verdana,geneva"]
[FONT=calibri"] [FONT=calibri"]One problem that just started is the speedometer. The needle moves but it will not go above 40mph.[FONT=calibri"]I am told I would need a reputable repair or a replacement (Speedo unit only or complete cluster)[FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
  • [FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"]Anyone had this problem? [FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
  • [FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"]If so how did you resolve?[FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
  • [FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"]Any recommendation for a good source for repairs?[FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
  • [FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"]Any recommendation for a good sources for replacement? – A good salvage yard etc[FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
  • [FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"][FONT=calibri"]Do I look overseas for one with KMH?[FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"][FONT=verdana,geneva"]
[FONT=calibri"]In terms of repair I’ve already contacted [FONT=verdana,geneva"]
  • Reap Automotive (No answer) - This is relatively close to me , can I just go to the address and discuss
  • JDO Instruments advised they can only repair if it’s cable driven (can anyone confirm)
  • Speedograph - Don’t touch Porsche
Thanks in advance
 
Hi Shanks,

Welcome on board.

I've never heard of your specific problem before. Try https://www.9apart.co.uk/ for a 2nd hand replacement and they will set it tou your current mileage before they despatch.

Got any pictures of your new toy, we love pictures [8D]

 
I would start by cleaning the connections on the back of the cluster,

Its an oval cluster s there should be 3 plugs, i would clean all the connections on those, then clean the two rugby ball shaped brass connectors while your there,

then take a good look at the connections on the gearbox sensor for the speedo,

low mileage normally infers low use, these cars don't like not being used
 
Diver944 said:
Hi Shanks,

Welcome on board.

I've never heard of your specific problem before. Try https://www.9apart.co.uk/ for a 2nd hand replacement and they will set it tou your current mileage before they despatch.

Got any pictures of your new toy, we love pictures [8D]
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Thanks I reached out to 9apart, conveniently located near my hometown. So picked up a speedo whilst up for the Liverpool game this week.

Dropped off at Northway, ready to be picked up tomorrow.

I'll post up some pics soon as I get it back.
 
Thanks all, one working speedo and first semi (I need some new tyres all around) proper long drive from London to Manchester.
 
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