well, I put the cable back in the speedo, works fine now, was cruising 65 mph @ 2k rpm even... VSS is to report Vehicle Speed to the ECU to adjust fuel/air ratio for high speed (over 30 mph) driving, due to drag, etc... also to tell the ECU to engage (or allow the engagement of) VTEC, on vehicles so equipped.. but, as soon as I change the ECU, it won't show that code anymore, and I finally got the O2 code again, just today.
Once I get the headlight and corner lens fixed, get one piece of the exhaust welded, and get a pair of tires changed, it's good for inspection, and I"m good for a year.
I'm giddy.. this doesn't happen often..
Tony, forgot to check about your header piece, I'll find out around thanksgiving if you still need it by then.