Crappy tachometer

[ship happens]

Goes to 6000 rpm. The key off 1000 rpm reading issue is weird, because the previous TWO tachs , same model didnt do that ! I have been told by CV Marine in Courtenay that there might be adjustment on the back of the gauge. I cant see it, so I will I have asked them to have a look when I can get in to see them. I appreciate all the advice the forum has given me....Its only a matter of time before I get it up and running.

If your guage does not have the pole selector switch on the back then it was not intended for outboard use. Should be a 7k tach. I think the 6 k tachs were intended for inboard use if I'm thinking clearly.

Some outboards are different pole settings. Should look like this. Can't miss it

 

[Bryan Allen]

If your guage does not have the pole selector switch on the back then it was not intended for outboard use. Should be a 7k tach. I think the 6 k tachs were intended for inboard use if I'm thinking clearly.

Some outboards are different pole settings. Should look like this. Can't miss it

Good info -- I will check that out

If your guage does not have the pole selector switch on the back then it was not intended for outboard use. Should be a 7k tach. I think the 6 k tachs were intended for inboard use if I'm thinking clearly.

Some outboards are different pole settings. Should look like this. Can't miss it

The setting does appear to be wrong... Boat is going in for annual service next week, so I will get it checked out then. Thanks for the help.