Ocalanewport
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My odometer not working on ny '65 Newport,
so I have to remove the instrument cluster. Anyone out there done that before? Can you tell me what you did? Thanks a lot.
You can buy the odo used and new on eBay. I'll see if I can find a link.
Edit: it was this vendor on eBay - he was selling a couple a while ago. He's got parts etc., so it may be worthwhile reaching out to him.
mechdrv on eBay
Did this on a '66, found every sharp corner behind that dash I could and my hands looked like Id fought a bob cat. Second time I dropped that cluster i used a Dremel and a sanding drum on every sharp corner. I didn't need to drop the column.
In addition to the 4 screws holding the upper trim above the cluster, and I remove the bottom piece with the vent knobs, are there screws on the bottom of the steering column holding the top part of the column? Are there many screws holding it on the dash?It's really pretty easy to work a '65-66 instrument cluster, provided you can stand on your head below the steering column, carefully spin that cluster around the column, and move it in or out. I'd advise checking all the pins for voltage, continuity, and such before the yoga session starts. In addition to human flesh, old vinyl insulation can get nicked by sharp metal back there too! Due care needed.
In addition to the 4 screws holding the upper trim above the cluster, and I remove the bottom piece with the vent knobs, are there screws on the bottom of the steering column holding the top part of the column? Are there many screws holding it on the dash?