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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 09:02 AM
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Tach. thread?
I'm considering putting a Tach. in my 76 F100, it has a 302 w/ 3 speed on the column. I'd like to see what you guys have done, thanks.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 09:37 AM
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I installed a tachometer i got from autozone with the help of a friend in about half an hour. The gauge is ziptied around the steering column with some double sided tape underneath the mount, (did it this way cause i really didnt want to drill into the dash) and its very stable and easy to see when driving. We also installed a switch for the backround light on the guage to turn off so it doesnt kill the battery
 
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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 10:34 AM
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Thanks 76f150custom, I like the look of that, your cab is identical to mine.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 10:43 AM
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I've had an AutoGauge tachometer for over 15 years that still works great. Be aware that there are Chinese knock-off's of the more popular brands if you don't order from a reputable supplier.


https://www.summitracing.com/parts/atm-2300/overview/
 
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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 10:48 AM
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I've had an AutoGauge tachometer for over 15 years that still works great. Be aware that there are Chinese knock-off's of the more popular brands if you don't order from a reputable supplier.


https://www.summitracing.com/parts/atm-2300/overview/
Nice and affordable.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 11:01 AM
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Yeah, I bought it even cheaper from O'Reillys. Of course, that was 15 years ago.
 
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Old Jul 27, 2017 | 11:03 AM
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No pics...but mine is in the same location but at the 1 o'clock position. Using a large worm clamp painted black to hold it to the steering column.
 
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No pics...but mine is in the same location but at the 1 o'clock position. Using a large worm clamp painted black to hold it to the steering column.
what type of tach do you own?
 
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Originally Posted by BeauF0RD
what type of tach do you own?
I have an Auto Meter 2300. Bought new in 1989.
 
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I have an Auto Meter 2300. Bought new in 1989.

You've got me beat! Does it still work?


Now I need to buy a separate tach for my diesel.
 
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[QUOTE=Olds64;17357446]You've got me beat! Does it still work?

Yup. Still going. The needle is a little faded and I've had to replace the backlight but still works great.
 
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Oh yeah! They don't build them like they used to.
 
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I don't care for them being on the steering column.
 
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If somebody made a cool mount for the column that didn't involve a hose clamp and exposed wires, I'd be all over it. Until then:
 
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