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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    If you buy a new circuit board and you already have it all apart, you might want to consider just going with the new circuit board if the old one looks at all questionable. You may even want to consider replacing the sockets with new and skip the cleaning them up part, would save some time...
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    Owning a truck like this is about learning everything you can to keep it running and in good mechanical shape. Look at it as a hobby and take advantage of the resource the generous members are willing to give you to help you complete any job you chose to tackle. There is no such thing as not...
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    That is your call on the circuit board. They run about $68 dollars. I would take it apart, evaluate, then order a new one if needed. It is not that difficult to do over if you do need a new ribbon circuit board.
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    Your best bet would probably be to remove the dash so you can inspect all of the sockets, inspect the circuit panel, give everything a good cleaning. It would take maybe an hour to remove the circuit panel and another hour replacing it after you have completed everything. I think you are...
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    Classic Parts 1967-87 Chevy Trucks Instrument Panel Bulb Socket $.99 cents.5/8'' round hole. There are many other places that carry them as well.
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    Just twist the bulb socket and remove it, inspect it for damage and get a new one if needed.
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    Those circuit boards if I remember correctly are not really attached by anything other than the sockets holding them in place. it is normal for them not to be plastered down tight. You will notice that the circuit board will be somewhat wavy in places.
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    What the Heck is Going On with this Speedometer???

    That is your ribbon circuit board. If your bulb socket is not making contact with the copper on the circuit board it obviously will not work. Make sure the ribbon circuit board is in place and making contact with the bulb socket.
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