Why does the rpm on my car go up but not my speed?

When a cars rpm goes up and the car is not picking up speed, this usually means that there is a problem inside the transmission. The valve body, shift solenoids, and or clutches of the transmission probably had gone bad or are worn out to the point they are causing a transmission shifting issue.

Which is the best rpm for highway cruising?

I was reading the article “Hitting the Sweet Spot” in the latest issue of Rod & Custom. It’s a helpful write up about optimizing highway cruising RPM with rear gear selection and overdrive. The article provides a formula to calculate RPM at any given MPH. It states that about 2200 RPM @ 75 MPH is a good target.

What should the cruising rpm be on a 283?

You should be looking for 2200-2400 cruising RPM at around 70-75 MPH, at least a 3:73 gear, but check out the article, Hotrodhill. The 283 is gonna like the extra gearing with the taller tires….especially since your using the 462 heads…..small cam or not.

How is the speedometer connected to the dash?

All other dash gauges are connected to sensors or sending units via wires, while your speedometer may utilize either a speed sensor or a physical cable. In vehicles that use cables, the speedometer is physically coupled to the transmission via a cable. The cable is usually square on both ends or square on one end and slotted on the other.

Why is my speedometer and cruise control not working?

The reverse is also true, so if both your speedometer and cruise control are malfunctioning, you can suspect a bad speed sensor or faulty wiring. In less common circumstances, the electronic control unit (ECU) could also be malfunctioning.

What causes cruise control to disengage on Harley Davidson?

Check your front brake switch actuation/function. If your front brake switch is damaged or misaligned, or aftermarket levers are installed; your cruise will disengage if the module/ecm detects brake function.

Can a check engine light cause a cruise to not work?

If your Check Engine light is on, the cruise may not work, especially if the VSS is malfunctioning. Older vehicles may use speed information from the speedometer.

How can I Check my Harley Davidson cruise control?

Confirm that your speedo is functioning correctly. Check your speed sensor. Here is some cruise control diagnostic: Cruise Control Initialization, Diagnostics and Codes: If you were doing a throttle cable adjustment it is possible that you may need to do an initialization .