Well after several searches of posts and how to's
........ SVX NETWORK
!!!!!!!!!! ............. it looks like the speedogear needs replacing.
I managed to pull the sensor # 2 and that appears fine although I had no one around to check the speedo while spinning it with the ignition on. I did use a long screwdriver in the slot where I pulled the sensor and tried to spin the gear and can only get 3/4 of a turn either way and a little stiff at that. As replacement of the gear is a little above my skill and shop level I called my local $ubaru dealer and was given a $712 ballpark estimate for replacement of the gear....... unless they find other issues...........
Is this a reasonable estimate?
Does the list agree with my diagnosis? Rosies Rocket is a 97 Lsi with 160,000 miles and runs great until this surfaced. Would it be ok to drive it 25 miles to the dealer? T.I.A for your input !!!!