Anyone have a source for a correct length A body
speedometer cable. The parts store cables are all
too long.

Thanks.

Cable has stayed the same size for years. 68-75 should be the same. Do you have speed control?
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nope no speed control. Do you know the correct
length in inches?

Sorry, no I don`t. Did you try taking the old one in with you and match it up with a new one. I don`t see why they are having trouble getting the correct one. You are talking cable and housing correct? Not just the insert. The inserts are cut to length IIRC.

I have bought 2 different cable assemblies and
they are both way too long. I would have a huge
loop on the fender (like 12" or more) if I used
them. I can't imagine this is right.

Maybe I will just make my own

According to the Stewart-Warner catalog, the '68-'76 A body cable without speed control varies between 63.5" and 68.5" with most years being the 68.5".

Napa has the 68" speedo cables (part #BK 6151659) if yours is the clip style. If you need the 66/67 that are threaded on both ends, you can try imperialservices.net , but they cost a lot more.

I am working on tracking one down for my '74 Duster right now. Mine measures out to just over 60". It has the plastic quick clip on the gauge end and a 7/8" nut/cap on the transmission side.

I have hit up about every autoparts store I can find and everything I have found is about 80".

Apparently they are trying to shove a universal cable down our throats.

Napa shows one that they claim is 68", but I have yet to get one. I had my local "Mom and Pop" shop order one for me, it is supposed to show up today. If it doesn't pan out I am just going to order the 68" from Napa and see what it looks like.

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I agree with the above post:
Item#: BK 6151659

Quote:

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Attributes:
Product Features:Replacement Speedometer Cable Duplicates Original Equipment in Fit & Function
Length:68"
Additional Contents:(1) Speedometer Cable

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You don't hang it all over the firewall you tie wrap the loop under the car somewhere.

The extra length is a waste, I prefer the correct
one as it keeps it all neater if you can find it.
Tie wrapping is fine, but I would like something
closer to original.

Napa does indeed have a 68" one that fits perfect
and it's under 20 bucks. Picked it up last night.

My response was meant only if you couldn't find the cable you needed.

Yes, I know that. It is frustrating that manufacturers are trying to force a standard length
cable onto us. Everyone I looked at stated the oem
size was 80" and I know for a fact mine was original and way shorter. The so called replacement
part from Oriellys even had the wrong end on it,
and the sales guy was shocked I didn't want the part.... Um it won't screw on....so no.