Speedometer cable routing

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  1. 73curtis

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    on a 70 maverick, what would be the correct speedometer cable routing be on a six cylinder, thru the transmission mount or under it , any pictures would be appreciated.
     
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    Pretty sure it is thru it.
     
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    This is A '77 with A 250 6 cyl. 20170603_184922.jpg
     
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    You are welcome.
     
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    I guess I should have looked at my own pictures. :D


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    That's how I ended up doing it , my cable rubs on the exhaust just like yours too
     
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    Mine does not hit the exhaust at all. Several inches from it. If yours rub....it will probably burn thru.
     
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