Speedo Electrical White Smoke Nightmare... (1 Viewer)

[NYIronPig]

Was changing my Speedo out (old one not working) and when I went to put it back in, sparks & white smoke. Yes I didn't disconnect the battery and now I have ZERO power to anything and can't start my ride. Trying to figure out what burnt out/fried to get her running again. Welcome any advice, starting points on this one to get her running again.

 

[3_puppies]

what year rig?
most likely grounded the amp guage out

 

[65swb45]

You HAVE to pull the harness, unwrap, and do a full inspection. Anything less is russian roulette.

 

[Skreddy]

Did you catch the smoke in a jar or at least a ziploc so you can put it back in when you find where it came from?

Sorry. Had to.

 

[4x4veteran]

what year rig?
most likely grounded the amp guage out

Yep, After you unhook the batt neg, start tracing wires from that point. Check all fuses too. Don't feel too bad, I am sure you are not the first to arc the amp gauge. I sure can't throw any stones.

 

[NYIronPig]

You HAVE to pull the harness, unwrap, and do a full inspection. Anything less is russian roulette.

Have a replacement harness for me Mark? My FJ40 is a 72

 

[65swb45]

Did you catch the smoke in a jar or at least a ziploc so you can put it back in when you find where it came from?

Sorry. Had to.

 

[4x4veteran]

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Is Lucus interchangeable? I always thought they had their own special formula.

 

[65swb45]

Is Lucus interchangeable? I always thought they had their own special formula.

Some years. Best to consult the TSB, 90-1-13

 

[ToyotaMatt]

Was changing my Speedo out (old one not working) and when I went to put it back in, sparks & white smoke. Yes I didn't disconnect the battery and now I have ZERO power to anything and can't start my ride. Trying to figure out what burnt out/fried to get her running again. Welcome any advice, starting points on this one to get her running again.

Did you recently purchase the new updated and revised version / superseded part # 83100-60180 ?

You can tell if it’s the newer 2nd generation if it has the “ SILVER “
Color Speedo-Cable click on tube / stalk on the back Side attachment point I speak of in detail here ?

Photos would help here , I can make a positive ID for you …

If the newer version superseded KPH cluster meter

I’ll be happy to explain further why this happen to you and what you can do about it also



Thanks matt

 

[NYIronPig]

Some years. Best to consult the TSB, 90-1-13

Mine is an early 72, so a harness from a 71 Mark?

 

[NYIronPig]

Did you recently purchase the new updated and revised version / superseded part # 83100-60180 ?

You can tell if it’s the newer 2nd generation if it has the “ SILVER “
Color Speedo-Cable click on tube / stalk on the back Side attachment point I speak of in detail here ?

Photos would help here , I can make a positive ID for you …

If the newer version superseded KPH cluster meter

I’ll be happy to explain further why this happen to you and what you can do about it also



Thanks matt

THX @ToyotaMatt I was installing an OEM period correct Gauge cluster, not an updated newer one.

 

[ToyotaMatt]

THX @ToyotaMatt I was installing an OEM period correct Gauge cluster, not an updated newer one.

copy that ......

i replied to your PM just now too

 

[65swb45]

Mine is an early 72, so a harness from a 71 Mark?

Maybe.

Best bet is to leave me a voicemail at my shop. I don’t have my inventory memorized, and I won’t remember by Monday without a voicemail.
Thanks.

 

[NYIronPig]

Maybe.

Best bet is to leave me a voicemail at my shop. I don’t have my inventory memorized, and I won’t remember by Monday without a voicemail.
Thanks.

Will call your shop Monday Mark. Thx