Correct speedo cable length

[alextucker]

Hi guys, I just tried to fit a new speedo cable for my 67 383 manual and its around 2-3 inches short, I have it installed on the shortest path I could find and everywhere I look says that it should be 63.5 inch but I reckon it needs to be closer to 70 inch. Anyone else had this issue? Am I doing something wrong with feeding it through the bulk head?

 

[kiwigtx]

Is the cable hugging the floor pan all the way to the transmission? I know on 68-70 bodies, there are two clips to secure the cable. Careful not to get any kinks or sharp bends in the cable.

 

[alextucker]

Is the cable hugging the floor pan all the way to the transmission? I know on 68-70 bodies, there are two clips to secure the cable. Careful not to get any kinks or sharp bends in the cable.

Yep I have it nice and tight running straight from the trans along the floor up the bulk head and in through the grommet level with the speedo.

 

[kiwigtx]

Wow....I do remember my cable being tight for length as well.....I know that probably doesn't help much.

 

[alextucker]

Wow....I do remember my cable being tight for length as well.....I know that probably doesn't help much.

... it always helps to have company in confusion

 

[PurpleBeeper]

I've found that it's OK to use a longer speedometer cable as long as it's not too, too long. If it's like 12" too long you might get kinks like kiwigtx mentioned.