Ford Truck Enthusiasts Forums

Notices
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Dentsides Ford Truck
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: Moser

tachometer

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 05:12 PM
Share
  #1  
he race me's Avatar
he race me
Thread Starter
|
5th Wheeling
20 Year Member
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 30
Likes: 0
tachometer
Just acquired '79 f-150 4x4 w/400 cid and I'd like to install a tachometer. Where does it connect? At the coil? Thanks.
 
Reply
0
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 05:42 PM
Share
  #2  
drunkenmonk's Avatar
drunkenmonk
Posting Guru
Joined: Oct 2003
Posts: 1,309
Likes: 0
From: northern ca
generally at the negative side.
what does the manual say?
 
Reply
0
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 06:41 PM
Share
  #3  
fordeverpower's Avatar
fordeverpower
Postmaster
Joined: Jul 2003
Posts: 3,934
Likes: 0
From: iowa
yes it gets hooked with the green wire to the tach clip. There other three are for a ground, light, and power.
 
Reply
0
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 07:36 PM
Share
  #4  
Swampdonkey09's Avatar
Swampdonkey09
New User
Joined: Nov 2003
Posts: 23
Likes: 0
From: Maine
yeah what he said
 
Reply
0
Old Dec 3, 2003 | 10:47 PM
Share
  #5  
Mil1ion's Avatar
Mil1ion
New User
Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 0
Likes: 24
Type the word Tach or Tachometer into the search engine here &
checking in the electrical forum & see what comes up.
 
Reply
0
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
Tachometer Problems?
banjopicker66
Pre-Power Stroke Diesel (7.3L IDI & 6.9L)
2
Mar 25, 2010 09:29 AM
1996 4.9 L Tachometer
randgraham
Ford Inline Six, 200, 250, 4.9L / 300
14
Jul 14, 2009 06:45 AM
I want a Tachometer
rcanon
1997 - 2003 F150
5
Dec 8, 2008 05:52 PM
tachometer hookup
ksvtwin
1983 - 2012 Ranger & B-Series
2
May 24, 2004 03:27 PM
Tachometer Erratic
josh3972
Bronco II
3
Oct 13, 2001 11:02 AM
Back to Subforum
1973 - 1979 F-100 & Larger F-Series Trucks
View Next Unread
highboys




Advanced Search
Reply Closed Thread Share
Forum Jump

All times are GMT -5. The time now is 08:23 AM.

story-0
10 Ways Ford is LOSING to the Competition

Slideshow: 10 ways Ford is losing to the competition

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-15 09:52:01


VIEW MORE
story-1
Top 6 Best Deals Available on New Fords & Lincolns Right Now

Some great targets in today's expensive world.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-15 09:35:19


VIEW MORE
story-2
This Hennessey Takes the Expedition Tremor's Off-Roading Capability to the Next Level

Slideshow: The VelociRaptor Expedition gains a lift, upgraded suspension, Brembo brakes, and trail-ready equipment while retaining the stock 440-horsepower EcoBoost V6.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-12 11:01:55


VIEW MORE
story-3
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-4
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-6
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-7
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-8
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-9
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE