superrc84

I have a 1989 Polaris Indy 650 and the speedo is not working. Checked cable and it is connected good up to the speedo gauge. Can't get to the other end of the cable because it is not visible. What do you think is wrong? Will I have to take the engine out to get the the other end of the cable?

BC_Dan

http://www.snowmobileforum.com/engin...se-things.html

Read this first.

The other cable end terminates behind and below the secondary clutch at the speedometer gear adapter. Removal of the engine for repair is not required, but removal of the rear suspension and driveline likely will be.

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rgoers

Yep - Broken speedo keys are usually a good indicator that the bearing is toast.

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superrc84

found the problem. The cable inside the speedometer cable was cleanly snapped in half lol

BC_Dan

easy fix

you have to like that!

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superrc84

o yeah got a new cable and have it on works good now thanks for the help

rgoers

Good for you! That's the best kind of speedo issue. My '04 RMK was exactly the same!!! I re-routed the speedo cable when I replaced it - making sure there were no tight bends when the cowling was closed.

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1997 Ski Doo Summit 500
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2000 Arctic Cat 440 Panther (sold)
1980 Arctic Cat Jag 3000 F/C (in NY)

"If it ain't broke, take it apart and find out why!"

PolarisBlood

I had the same issue with my 86 Indy trail. part of the cable was missing but the Key was intact.

easy fix. it works great now. I also made sure to lube the new cable. I used Liquid wrench with Teflon. it works great.

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