Tachometer output line from distributor
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Tachometer output line from distributor
Anyone know if the capacitor in the tach line is required? My 1980 has a capacitor mounted on the mainfold, in the line from the distribtor tach output. The service manual doesn't show this. I don't think it's for radio intferrence because it's in line. Any help. Thank Jamiej
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From: Sacramento (Citrus Heights) California
Anyone know if the capacitor in the tach line is required? My 1980 has a capacitor mounted on the mainfold, in the line from the distribtor tach output. The service manual doesn't show this. I don't think it's for radio intferrence because it's in line. Any help. Thank Jamiej
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From: James Island South Carolina
I recently replaced the tach filter on my '80. I asked the local Corvette shop if it is really necessary and he stated that I could cause damage to my electronic tach without it. I purchased a unit from Ecklers that is a lot cheaper than the OEM replacement version.
Just for the record. The "filter" is an RC circuit, not a cap.
