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    tach repair/replacement

    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

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    Last edited by Guest; 01-19-2014, 02:11 PM. Reason: messed up link

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      #3
      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.
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        #4
        HJ, I fixed his picture in his other thread under the Projects section
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          #5
          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.
          1984 GS1100GK newest addition to the heard
          80 GS 1000gt- most favorite ride love this bike
          1978 GS1000E- Known as "RoadKill" , Finished :D
          83 gs750ed- first new purchase
          85 EX500- vintage track weapon
          1958Ducati 98 Tourismo
          “Remember When in doubt use full throttle, It may not improve the situation ,but it will end the suspense ,
          If it isn't going to make it faster or safer it isn't worth doing

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            #6
            Thanks guys. Ordered one and will follow your advice when it comes in.

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              #7
              Originally posted by andyman119 View Post
              Thanks guys. Ordered one and will follow your advice when it comes in.
              there is also a small o-ring

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                #8
                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

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                  #9
                  Originally posted by greenbraes View Post
                  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.
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                    #10
                    avoid easy-outs at all costs- try to get left handed drill bit, it will bite into screw head and back it out.
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