Gauge cluster problem
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When i first bought the car, the cluster didn't work at all so i bought one at a yard and installed it. it worked on and off mainly because the plugs in the back would keep coming out. i then later found a gauge cluster with a tack in it so i installed it and made sure the plugs where in all the way. it worked good but after driving it for about 20 minutes, the speedometer starts to work on and off. once that stops working, then the whole gauge cluster starts freezing up and stops working also. once the car sits for a couple hours, it works good and then starts the process all over again. any idea whats wrong?
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When i first bought the car, the cluster didn't work at all so i bought one at a yard and installed it. it worked on and off mainly because the plugs in the back would keep coming out. i then later found a gauge cluster with a tack in it so i installed it and made sure the plugs where in all the way. it worked good but after driving it for about 20 minutes, the speedometer starts to work on and off. once that stops working, then the whole gauge cluster starts freezing up and stops working also. once the car sits for a couple hours, it works good and then starts the process all over again. any idea whats wrong?
Most likely you have the infamous "cold solder joint" issue that affects 1st gen neons to varying degrees and gets worse as they age unless you reflow the solder. Please read the thread below:
https://dodgeforum.com/forum/1st-gen...er-repair.html
It may or may not work. Some boards and/or components on the boards have failed and just need to be replaced. Try this first. It should fix you right up.
If you cannot make this one work, I have one you might want. It also has the 8K tach, and I know it works. Just PM me if you need to and we'll make a deal.
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