Where the speedometer cable attaches to the transmission, that piece should have a clip holding it in the transmission. The clip should be held in with one 1/4 inch bolt. Take the bolt out and the gear pulls straight out. Check the number of teeth on the new gear they can be different depending on rear end gear ratio.
A blown fuse.
check the speedo cable and see if it needs to be lubed. if car has cruise control, it will have a upper and lower cable.
diagram of motor od 1981 corvette
you can replace the speedometer by taking it to your nearest car dealers shop/ sale or you can just take it and post it online by taking a picture and people can tell you and give you a bit more information about this ;)
what could be pulling the battery down in a 1981 corvette
http://corvette-world.com 178 inches.
it depends on what style of 81 corvette, But a doubt it would work.
190hp
There is no computer.
You can find reviews on a 1981 Corvette online at the CarGurus website. Once on the page, click on "Research" in the top navigation bar, then choose Make: Chevrolet, Model: Corvette and Year: 1981 to bring up the reviews.
The "Stingray" moniker was not used in 1981.
front or rear wheel drive?