tach repair/replacement

[andyman119]

The blade on the engine that the tach cable inserts into on my project bike is broken. I am assuming that I'm going ng to have to go with an electric tach because not this. Any one have any suggestions and know what all is needed ? Any possible easy fix for the mechanical tach ?
Thank you

[andyman119]

[Guest]

Not really sure what you mean by the "blade". Post a picture, it will help us determine which way to direct you in the repair. But if you are talking about the tach drive in the Valve cover it is replaceable.

[cowboyup3371]

HJ, I fixed his picture in his other thread under the Projects section

[Guest]

REmove the little screw, and the little plate that holds it to the head, and get ahold of the outside of the housing around the broken piece, twist and pull , and remove the whole thing. Order a new one and install in the reverse order.

[andyman119]

Thanks guys. Ordered one and will follow your advice when it comes in.

[posplayr]

Thanks guys. Ordered one and will follow your advice when it comes in.

there is also a small o-ring

[greenbraes]

lucky you

I just sheared the bolt (earlier tonight) that holds the plate on..ahh Oh well some careful drilling and easy out I think

[bwringer]

I just sheared the bolt (earlier tonight) that holds the plate on..ahh Oh well some careful drilling and easy out I think

Skip the easy-out.

They do not work.

Ever.

[tom203]

avoid easy-outs at all costs- try to get left handed drill bit, it will bite into screw head and back it out.