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Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck #2601842
01/05/19 10:27 AM
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It seems like every cluster I look at has the speedometer needle broke off. My needle is just a nub and I dont have the other end. Any good ideas for replacement?

Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2601843
01/05/19 10:29 AM
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I believe I glued one back together.

Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2601846
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I figured I might have to make something as I dont have the other end.

Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2601892
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I will check to see if any of my 77 clusters for parts have good needles. wave


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Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2602045
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I've got the same problem. And a couple extra 80s clusters, anyone know if the needles swap?


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Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2602504
01/06/19 05:33 PM
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I've seen some glued back on, but that's a tough thing to do and get right. Getting it straight is really tough, and not adding too much weight with the glue to effect the weight of needle is tough too!

If you keep an eye on ebay NOS ones do appear if you're willing to pay the price ($175 ish).

I put a NOS one on mine. Gave up on the gluing and used ones. If it lasts me 100,000 miles I'll be thrilled. It'll take me the rest of my life to drive it that many miles.

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Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: larrymopar360] #2602510
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If you don't mind Kph you can get this NOS one for under $100

https://www.ebay.com/itm/1972-1980-DODGE...H/273595321737?

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Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2602730
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Ok I guess I need a used one! I think I might do a little searching to see if another car will fit. Someday. Thanks for the help everyone.

Re: Source for speedometer needle for 77 Dodge truck [Re: 68_661charger] #2604172
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Originally Posted By paironines
Ok I guess I need a used one! I think I might do a little searching to see if another car will fit. Someday. Thanks for the help everyone.
A used one is not going to be cheap and probably won't last very long. Likely will come out of a high mileage vehicle.


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