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Old Oct 28, 2015 | 09:44 PM
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My Tachometer wasn't working but when I backed off the cap. It started working doesn't look bad all the terminals look clean? Any input?
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Old Apr 7, 2016 | 10:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Plutoe
If you want specifics then I would suggest you post the VIN!!
Thats just a plain stupid thing to say. If you're not going to help, just don't bother posting anything at all.

bigdogjim, the tach amp is common to have a poor connection in it's cap. Remove the amp from its cap and put a piece of 1/8" thick foam on top of the amp to help keep it seated in it's socket.
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Old Apr 13, 2016 | 08:28 PM
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alot of times the pin sockets get pushed down when screwing cap on.I hammered a wood wedge under mine.
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Old Sep 5, 2016 | 11:28 PM
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I used a piece of neoprene rubber under the cap. You could also use mass loaded vinyl, both should survive heat
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