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Description
The Speedhut Chrysler Speedometers Clip-on Mechanical Drive Cable (A-285) offers a modern solution for operating your original Chrysler mechanical speedometer. Designed specifically for Chrysler gauges utilizing a "clip-on style" connection, this cable seamlessly integrates with Speedhut's innovative SPEEDBOX™ (sold separately). This combination allows you to drive your classic speedometer using a precise GPS signal, providing accurate and reliable speed readings without needing a traditional mechanical connection to the vehicle's transmission. The 3-foot length of the cable offers flexibility in mounting the required SPEEDBOX unit in a convenient and accessible location behind your dashboard.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS:
- GPS-Driven Speed: Enables your original Chrysler mechanical speedometer to display speed based on a GPS signal when used with the Speedhut SPEEDBOX.
- Direct Connection: Specifically designed with a clip-on connector to directly attach to compatible Chrysler mechanical speedometers.
- Flexible Installation: The 3-foot cable length allows for adaptable routing and mounting of the SPEEDBOX unit.
- Preserves Original Aesthetics: Allows you to retain the look and feel of your classic Chrysler's original speedometer while benefiting from modern GPS technology.
- Reliable Performance: When paired with the SPEEDBOX, it provides accurate and consistent speed readings derived from GPS or an optional Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) input to the SPEEDBOX.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Cable Length: 3 feet
- Connector Style (Speedometer End): Clip-on
- Part Number: A-285 (also SDU-A-285)
- Compatibility: Chrysler mechanical speedometers with clip-on connection
- Required Component: Speedhut SPEEDBOX™ (sold separately)
- Included: One (1) Speedhut Chrysler Speedometers Clip-on Mechanical Drive Cable (A-285)
HOW TO USE:
- Install the Speedhut SPEEDBOX™: Mount the SPEEDBOX unit in a convenient location behind your vehicle's dashboard, ensuring it has access to a 12-volt power source and a suitable ground connection. Connect either the GPS antenna or the VSS wire to the SPEEDBOX as per the SPEEDBOX instructions.
- Connect the A-285 Cable to the SPEEDBOX: One end of the Speedhut A-285 cable is designed to screw onto the mechanical output of the SPEEDBOX unit. Ensure a secure connection.
- Connect the A-285 Cable to the Speedometer: Carefully locate the mechanical input on the back of your Chrysler's speedometer. The A-285 cable features a "clip-on" style connector. Align the connector with the speedometer input and gently push it into place until it securely clips on.
- Route the Cable: Neatly route the 3-foot cable between the SPEEDBOX and the speedometer, ensuring it is not kinked, stretched excessively, or in contact with any moving parts or sources of heat.
- Power On: Once all connections are secure, power on your vehicle. The SPEEDBOX will acquire a GPS signal (or read the VSS signal) and convert it into a mechanical rotation, which will then drive the A-285 cable and your Chrysler's speedometer.
BENEFITS OF USING THE SPEEDHUT CHRYSLER SPEEDOMETERS CLIP-ON MECHANICAL DRIVE CABLE (A-285):
- Modern Accuracy for Classic Gauges: Experience precise speed readings derived from GPS technology on your vehicle's original mechanical speedometer, blending classic aesthetics with modern functionality.
- Simplified Installation: The clip-on connection to the speedometer and the manageable 3-foot cable length facilitate a relatively straightforward installation process when paired with the SPEEDBOX.
- Eliminates Traditional Mechanical Cable Issues: By utilizing a GPS signal (via the SPEEDBOX), you can bypass potential problems associated with worn, damaged, or missing traditional speedometer cables.
- Versatile Compatibility (with SPEEDBOX): When used with the Speedhut SPEEDBOX, the system can often accommodate various vehicle setups, offering a flexible solution for speedometer operation.
- Retain Original Look and Feel: Keep the authentic appearance of your Chrysler's dashboard intact while enjoying the benefits of accurate, digitally-driven speed information.
FEATURES:
- Chrysler-specific design: Specifically engineered for Chrysler mechanical speedometers with a distinct clip-on attachment mechanism.
- 3-foot flexible cable: A 3-foot long flexible cable that allows for optimal placement of the SPEEDBOX unit.
- Mechanical signal transfer: Designed to transmit mechanical rotation from the Speedhut SPEEDBOX to the speedometer.
- Supports GPS or VSS data: Facilitates the use of GPS or Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) data (via the SPEEDBOX) to drive the original speedometer.
- Secure dual connection: Provides a direct and secure connection between the SPEEDBOX and the compatible Chrysler speedometer.
- Dashboard preservation: Enables the preservation of the vehicle's original interior styling by retaining the factory speedometer.
- Modern replacement system: A crucial component in a system that replaces the need for a direct mechanical link to the vehicle's transmission for speedometer operation.
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