I'm new here.  I am building a lifted 82 Brat and I broke (stretched) my speedo cable.  I have a new cable but I cannot get the cluster out of the dash.  Any tips on how to replace this cable...

MrE

I'm not sure if EA81's are similar but On EA82's it might not appear possible but you don't have to remove the cluster to replace the cable. It's not easy and you gotta stand on your head while inserting your hand into darkness to get it in. I'm slightly exaggerating and it doesn't take that long if you have a flashlight and scope the area out to see what you're doing befor attempting it.

I removed the lower left hood latch panel and there is no access there.  I'll see what I can do on the lower right side of the steering wheel...

MrE

no need to remove the dash.  it is possible.  Give it the reach up in.  best way.

 

Reach up from the right of the column, over the column.  The cable end just pushes on.

Edited September 6, 20178 yr by Gloyale