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05-02-2011, 08:20 PM | #1 |
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...How to check if a dash w/ tach is working and for a v8 model.
...I'm going to check out a dash w/ a tach tomorrow, but I need some help. How do I check if the dash is functioning/working and how do I know if the dash w/ the tach is for a v8, not a I6. Thanks in advance!!!
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05-02-2011, 08:30 PM | #2 |
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Re: ...How to check if a dash w/ tach is working and for a v8 model.
It will be stamped on the back of the tach, either 6 cyl or 8 cyl. Chances are it is for an 8 cylinder. The only way to see if it works is to hook it up and run it. Make sure it is grounded, or you will fry it.
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05-02-2011, 09:27 PM | #3 |
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Re: ...How to check if a dash w/ tach is working and for a v8 model.
Can I use a voltmeter to see if all the gauges work??? I can't hook it up to a vehicle since he sold his c10 and mine is currently not running. Anyway to ensure that it's functioning? Use a car battery??
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Re: ...How to check if a dash w/ tach is working and for a v8 model.
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Here's what to do with ohm meter. Take one lead and place on the white wire going to the meter asm and the other lead to the black wire on the board. The tach needle should deflect up the rpm scale. If it deflects downward, reverse the ohm meter leads and redo. If you have no movement from the tach meter, then it is damaged and will need to be repaired. |
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How much doe repairs usually cost??
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