Another B4 Speedometer Issue Thread - RESOLVED

jhax

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96 Passat B4V, ALH engine out of a 2002 Jetta, some IE Rods and ASV Pistons. Nothing drivable yet though
The question is what do I need to look at next?
 

jhax

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96 Passat B4V, ALH engine out of a 2002 Jetta, some IE Rods and ASV Pistons. Nothing drivable yet though
Any other pointers are appreciated...
 
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ToddA1

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Interesting fix. I wasn’t aware that was a thing.

-Todd
 

ToddA1

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Yeah, he placed the resolution in the first post. I would have updated the first and last, but it’s his thread! I only clicked in, because I saw the title changed.

-Todd
 

Steve Addy

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Ha, thanks Todd!

You know a while back I was going to say something about the needles and then I forgot. If you install them incorrectly or push them on too hard they can dampen or even prevent the stepper from working properly.

I'm glad to hear you've solved the problem though.

Steve
 

Steve Addy

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Did we all miss the part where he changed the needles right before it quit working?
I never saw that but I do know if you don't remove the needles carefully (by twisting counter clockwise) you can do some damage, and I also know that if they're forced on too hard without twisting they can cause problems too.

Steve
 

jhax

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My apologies, next time I will note the resolution in both areas. Cheers!
 
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