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CEE1NG_RED · 02-11-2011, 03:22 AM

My speedometer needle is missing... Can I use any 67-72 or even 72+ speedo needle/pointer? Can it be done? If so, any how to's or advice on removing a needle from another dash w/o damaging it and installing it to my 67 speedometer? Feedbacks are appreciated...thank you.

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-11-2011, 06:34 AM

The speedometer needles are lightly pressed onto the shaft and can be carefully installed using your fingers. I am not sure if other then 67-72 years will fit or look right.

Jim

VA72C10 · 02-11-2011, 11:33 PM

I'm not aware of a year difference....all the ones I've had have been the same. maybe someone else will verify they all interchange...

72BlckButy · 02-11-2011, 11:36 PM

While we're on this topic... what's the process everyone uses for removing the needles from the speedo/fuel gauges?

I assume you just pull up, but didn't want to pull in the wrong way.

into69z · 02-11-2011, 11:46 PM

I just pulled up and gave it a little twist-came right off.

72BlckButy · 02-11-2011, 11:51 PM

Huh... I've tried that recently and it didn't give any so I stopped. I didn't want to break it.

GmcSS · 02-12-2011, 01:47 AM

I think i have an extra speedo if you need it

CEE1NG_RED · 02-12-2011, 02:30 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GmcSS

I think i have an extra speedo if you need it

Cool...LMK. I may be in your area tomorrow. I have to get the Cobra smogged. PM me your #.

02-11-2011, 03:22 AM	#1
CEE1NG_RED Registered User Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: LBC California Posts: 497	Needle/pointer lost!!! My speedometer needle is missing... Can I use any 67-72 or even 72+ speedo needle/pointer? Can it be done? If so, any how to's or advice on removing a needle from another dash w/o damaging it and installing it to my 67 speedometer? Feedbacks are appreciated...thank you. __________________ - 1967 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (New Project). - 1969 Chevrolet C/10 SWB fleetside (SOLD) - 2000 Ford Mustang 232 (DD) - 2003 Ford SVT Cobra "Terminator" 281 (Once in a blue moon driver/weekend driver)

02-11-2011, 06:34 AM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Re: Needle/pointer lost!!! The speedometer needles are lightly pressed onto the shaft and can be carefully installed using your fingers. I am not sure if other then 67-72 years will fit or look right. Jim __________________ 1971 Shortbox step side 4x4, 350 sbc, 3:07 rear end 1965 Impala SS 400 sbc, Muncie rock crusher 1966 Impala SS 396 bbc, TH 400 1969 El Camino, 350 sbc, TH 350 1971 Snowplow built on a Blazer frame 1972 GMC Short bed, stepside, TH 400, 427 BBC

02-11-2011, 11:33 PM	#3
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: Needle/pointer lost!!! I'm not aware of a year difference....all the ones I've had have been the same. maybe someone else will verify they all interchange... __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

02-11-2011, 11:36 PM	#4
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Needle/pointer lost!!! While we're on this topic... what's the process everyone uses for removing the needles from the speedo/fuel gauges? I assume you just pull up, but didn't want to pull in the wrong way. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package) Last edited by 72BlckButy; 02-11-2011 at 11:37 PM.

02-11-2011, 11:46 PM	#5
into69z "brand new second-hand" Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: White House, Tennessee Posts: 526	Re: Needle/pointer lost!!! I just pulled up and gave it a little twist-came right off. __________________ Steve 69 3/4t custom camper tilt,am/fm,speed warning,air gauge,buddy buckets,aux battery, big block,p/s,p/b,a/c 67 Camaro 96 Impala ss-sold 04 hybrid Honda-saving gas for the blue truck!:b69:

02-11-2011, 11:51 PM	#6
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: Needle/pointer lost!!! Huh... I've tried that recently and it didn't give any so I stopped. I didn't want to break it. __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

02-12-2011, 01:47 AM	#7
GmcSS Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Whittier, Ca Posts: 156	Re: Needle/pointer lost!!! I think i have an extra speedo if you need it



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