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Old Aug 30, 2011 | 07:58 AM
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can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

I want to me my mechanical speedometer from 89 and bypass vss. I don't want an electronic speedo which the engine and trans I swapped in had. (91 305tpi). I swapped in a mechanical tail housing. I just don't want driveability issues. Thanks.
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Old Aug 31, 2011 | 08:41 AM
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Re: can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

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Old Aug 31, 2011 | 10:03 PM
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From: Allegan, MI
Car: 89' camaro RS TTOP
Engine: 92 5.0tpi Bosch III, headers, msd
Transmission: 700r4 built. trans go. 2,300 stall
Axle/Gears: 3:73 posi ls disc brake conversion
Re: can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

Anyone? Please help...

Thanks guys!!!
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Old Sep 1, 2011 | 12:46 AM
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Re: can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

I believe the VSS plays a part in determining torque converter lock up, it isn't only for the speedometer.
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Old Sep 2, 2011 | 09:48 AM
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From: Allegan, MI
Car: 89' camaro RS TTOP
Engine: 92 5.0tpi Bosch III, headers, msd
Transmission: 700r4 built. trans go. 2,300 stall
Axle/Gears: 3:73 posi ls disc brake conversion
Re: can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

http://m.summitracing.com/parts/PRF-60116/media

Is this what would be needed to complete swap?
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Old Sep 2, 2011 | 10:16 AM
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Re: can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

Your VSS is on the back of the speedo with a cable speedo.
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Old Sep 2, 2011 | 11:52 AM
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Transmission: 700r4 built. trans go. 2,300 stall
Axle/Gears: 3:73 posi ls disc brake conversion
Re: can i keep my mechanical speedometer and bypass vss?

Thanks. I think I finally understand all of this. Ready to tear into it and finish it up. Woohoo!!!
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