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Old Sep 20, 2004 | 09:14 PM
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Aftermarket Speedometer Cable Too Long?

The speedometer cable broke on my 1988 Single cab F150 4x4 Mazda 5-speed. Ford no longer makes the part and NAPA was the only supplier I could find. However, the new cable is about 10 inches longer than factory. Will the extra length affect my speed reading?
 
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Old Sep 20, 2004 | 11:46 PM
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I don't know for sure, but I would guess that it will be fine.
 
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Old Sep 24, 2004 | 08:04 PM
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I got my answer. The new cable worked fine for about 10 minutes and then twisted like a pretzel.
 
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Old Sep 25, 2004 | 12:24 AM
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Huh. I'll have to mark that one down....
 
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