Blocking 2WD trans speedo cable hole?

[6.9poweredscout]

the trans i put in my scout is from an 86 ford but i m using the speedo output on the t-case. what can i do to block the hole on the trans?

thanks
-Jon

 

[6 Nebraska IDIs]

Take an extra speedometer cable end that goes into the tranny and take the gear off, just put the cable end in there like it would be if the gear were on it. That's how I've done them before.

 

[reklund]

Get NAPA to match up a freeze plug?? I've never had my eyes on a 2wd to know how the cable hooks up tho...

I've used that trick on Toyota trannies that have a gear "holder" that fits into a smooth bore on the trans, and the cable hooks to the gear holder.

Ryan

 

[RLDSL]

Pop a speedo cable on there and pull the cable out of the casing and then route the casing up high on the frame somewhere and you now have a nice gear case vent That's what I did with the speedo outlet on my brownie.

 

[Agnem]

I would think an expandable rubber and metal "freeze plug" from the hardware store would suffice.

 

[6.9poweredscout]

I would think an expandable rubber and metal "freeze plug" from the hardware store would suffice.

i was thinking this, plus the "holder" that pushes the cable in will help hold it tight, i'll have to measure it.

thanks for the ideas guys!
-Jon