Extending speedo pickup tube

Gary H NC

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I just installed a set of smart tabs and had to relocate the speedo pickup.The tube was about 5 inches to short.I found some hard plastic line at the local auto parts store and used a plastic insert to connect the two lines together..The insert had a smaller inside diameter than the tube does by alot...will this affect the speedo reading?
 

Silvertip

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Re: Extending speedo pickup tube

No. It won't affect the operation since the hole in the pitot is much smaller than either the tube or the adapter you inserted.
 

Gary H NC

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Re: Extending speedo pickup tube

Thanks Upinsmoke..It was the best thing i could rig up from the dummies at advance auto parts..lol.<br />Fishing trip in 2 days! try out the smart tabs..
 
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