If it's got the same screw arrangement on the back of the case for
mounting the internal works, it should be an easy swap.
I'm puzzled about the lack of openings for lights though. Are the
markings on the front of the tachometer the same? If not, it may not be
a suitable replacement.
Stephen Peca wrote:
>
> Most of the gauges on my TR3 are non-functional. So I decided to attack the
> tachometer yesterday. I first replaced the cable (which had snapped), but
> the tachometer still didn't work. I purchased a tachometer several months
> ago, attached the cable, and "voila" I have a working tachometer.
>
> Now the dilemma. The replacement tachometer - although looking to be an
> original - does not have the two tubular openings on the back to connect
> lights (when the headlights are lit). So, can I switch backings on the
> tachometers (and how do I do this)? Should I just rough it and use a
> flashlight at night to see the tacometer? Or should I try to get the
> original tachometer repaired, if possible (and where can I get this done)?
>
> Next weekend, the speedometer.
>
> Thanks in advance.
>
> Steve Peca
> Franklin Twp, New Jersey
> 1958 TR3A - TS23867L
>
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Wyvern - '57 Triumph TR3, TS15559LT -
http://www.merlingroupinc.com/tr3.htm
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