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03-25-2006, 11:11 PM
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Sun Tach
This might get bumed off cause it is kinda off topic, but still a cool thought for a tach option for our trucks. It would also be a period correct aftermarket accessory ( kinda like a Muntz 8 track).
I see the vintage RC70s and such on e-bay, but I would be way hesitant to buy a tach that worked when it was removed but no gurantee now . I got a bad taste after buying a radio for my truck off e-bay that the seller gave a similar description of condition. Is there any source for refurbished Sun vintage tachs? I mean the ones from late 50s and the 60s in the chrome pots . Some had senders that were different depending on engine, and I guessa theyb took a battery or something like that??? Deffinetly nostalgia rather than high tech. Any sources at all are appreciated. Thank you. |
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03-25-2006, 11:26 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Sun Tach
Moon eyes has an old school tach.
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03-25-2006, 11:55 PM
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its all about the +6 inches
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Re: Sun Tach
Last edited by Longhorn Man; 03-25-2006 at 11:55 PM. |
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03-26-2006, 01:48 AM
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Re: Sun Tach
Oh Yea!!! Is that on-line somewhere?? That beats e-bay gambles all to heck!! That is WAy cool!!!!! I Want one!!!!
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03-26-2006, 02:08 AM
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Re: Sun Tach
I calmed down enough to look past Longhorns post and I found the link in his reply... Thanks much!!!
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03-26-2006, 02:34 AM
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Re: Sun Tach
Sweet, that's a nice period piece that is not all that expensive
Post pics if you buy one,
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03-26-2006, 03:28 AM
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Re: Sun Tach
If you have your heart set on a vintage Sun tach, check out http://www.williamsons.com/ , they specialize in Sun tachs and repair them as well. They can also convert the two piece tachs with the sending unit to solid state so you don't need the obsolete mercury batteries. Just another option for anyone going this route...
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03-26-2006, 10:58 AM
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Re: Sun Tach
I have a Smith tach. Still gives it that Old School look but a little more accurate??
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03-26-2006, 12:15 PM
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Re: Sun Tach
I have one that looks like that But it says AC on the inside.Has a 6k. redline on it.Found one almost like it on Ebay but has a 7k. redline and says Pontiac on it.The one on ebay say it came off a GTO or gran prix[63-65].Can't find one like mine anywhere on the internet.
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03-26-2006, 04:50 PM
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Re: Sun Tach
Ive seen the mooneyes tachs selling NEW on ebay for @$100. Ive heard buying from mooneyes direct can be REAL slow sometimes. Seriously cool tach for sure...
BTW, an underdash 8-track is a great idea. Im gonna have to hunt down an old craig powerplay or something for my truck now. Thanks for the idea!...corn Last edited by corn; 03-26-2006 at 05:15 PM. |
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03-26-2006, 08:16 PM
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Re: Sun Tach
I went to the williamson web site. Does anyone happen to know how much one of the rc sun tachs cost through these guys?? I tried to contact by the feedback request for reply form and I couldn't get it to send.. I guess I might give them a call. The real deal sure looks cool.
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03-27-2006, 01:07 PM
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Re: Sun Tach
I talked to the guys at Williamsons. A fully refurbished Sun with a 3 year warranty is 665.00!!!!
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03-27-2006, 05:25 PM
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Re: Sun Tach
ttt
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04-11-2006, 09:05 PM
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WTB this ad
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Re: Sun Tach
I know this post has been here a while but I thought I would add a pic of my vintage tach. The brand name is Star. I'm sure it's not high dollar or rare but I thought it looked period correct for my truck. I can't really see it while driving without making an effort, but I think it adds to the old feel of things. This was already in the truck mounted in this location when I got my pickup and I just left it there.
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