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Subject:Re: How to fix the foil
From:Stuart MacMillan
Date:Thu, 23 Feb 2017 16:36:45 -0800

No reason it wouldn't. SC modifies the tach itself and it will work with the foil, so replacing the foil shouldn't affect it. But you can always ask them.  Only needed for '87-'91 tachs, the earlier ones are sensitive enough and can be adjusted with a jeweler's screwdriver if needed.

Stuart

-----Original Message-----
From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of KIM BRENNAN
Sent: Thursday, February 23, 2017 4:29 PM
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Subject: Re: How to fix the foil

Hmm. Wonder if that works with the 8K (or whatever it is) Smallcar tach for Subaru equipped vanagons. 

> On Feb 23, 2017, at 6:58 PM, Dennis Haynes <d23haynes57@HOTMAIL.COM> wrote:
> 
> I know this is an expensive option but it fixes the problem. 
> http://www.gowesty.com/product-details.php?v=&id=24189
> 
> As I get older I have continuing less tolerance for electrical stuff not working and dash-warning lights and gauges not working especially drive me crazy. This kit solves the electrical gremlins and the white LED lights are awesome. 
> 
> Dennis
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Vanagon Mailing List [mailto:vanagon@gerry.vanagon.com] On Behalf Of thewestyman
> Sent: Wednesday, February 22, 2017 10:23 PM
> To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
> Subject: How to fix the foil
> 
> Hello all,
> 
> I wonder what’s the best way to fix the foil of the instruments.  
> 
> I did once do careful soldering on it.  But I think, there should be some more sophisticated way.  Maybe gluing with some conductor glue.  Or using a tape of some kind.
> So, let me know if there is one, please.  These foils are getting real old and brittle.  
> 
> Best regards to the most valuable List.
> Zoltan