1949 Cadillac Speedometer Restoration

[ghjedi]

Hello All,

The speedometer on my 1949 Cadillac convertible suddenly gave out.  The speedometer started making a whining noise and the quickly gave up.  The speedometer cable was replaced, but now the speedometer gauge itself needs repairing, as the needle is now broken off. I prefer to restore the gauge I have vs. try my luck with another one. 

Do you have any suggestions on an expert who can restore this type of gauge?

Thank you in advance,
Jeff

[Rossoroo]

I think McVeys might rebuild speedos
https://mcveys.com/index.html

[ghjedi]

Thanks- I will check them out.

[wheikkila]

I sent mine out of my LaSalle to Bob's Speedometer. 800-592-9673. He is located in Michigan. He is a very nice. Be sure to wrap it very well to ship it.
                        Thanks Wayne   

[35-709]

A good restoration shop I am familiar with is Instrument Services in Machesney Park, IL
www.clocksandgauges.com

[ghjedi]

To close the loop on this fully, I had my instrument cluster removed, sent it to McVey's to repair/restore, and just had it re-installed.  It looks and works great!  The turnaround time was very fast (less than 1 week in his hands) and the price was reasonable for the careful work needed to fix my speedometer pointer (I understand it's not called a needle).  Case closed!

[Rossoroo]

Just love a happy ending!