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speedo
#1
Hello all
I'm not going to bother with a speedo on my special. Do I need to blank off the drive at the gearbox (will oil issue from it? -I'm assuming it will).
If I do need a brass cap on it, does anyone have any idea of the thread size please?
Many thanks.
I will be ready to have a crack at starting it pretty soon, so will be pestering you to pop over and give me a hand Gene!
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#2
Hi Steve

The thread is 3/4” 26 TPI.

If you have an old speedo cable just take the thumb nut off and put a blanking washer under it!

I think you may have trouble with the law if stopped without a speedo.  I’m not sure if gps versions are permitted?  Perhaps others can comment.

Cheers

Howard
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#3
Depends on the age of the car; I believe a speedo is not a legal requirement for cars registered before 1st January 1936.
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#4
I don't think oil gets out unless you have a very full gearbox, in which case the speedo drive will be the smallest problem.
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#5
Just checked, the critical date is in fact 1st October 1937, see paragraph 35(2g) - note the requirement is first use, not construction:

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1986...separately.
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#6
Hi Steve, no speedo needed, but lack of one does not exempt you from speeding fines!

Your special looks fast and will attract attention, hopefully none bad.

See you soon, Gene
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