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Old 09-03-2009, 06:45 PM   #1 (permalink)
 
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Is it very difficult to install an aftermarket tach on a Smart?

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Installation is easy on factory tach. There aren't many 3-cyl tachs available after market.
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Is it very difficult to install an aftermarket tach on a Smart?
We sell the tach and clock combos which aren't too difficult --- are we talking about an autometer 5" monster tach or just a factory type tach?

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Check out the tach options --- we carry stock and euro BRABUS tach and clock pods....they look awesome at night
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He very well said aftermarket not factory
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Get a Scan Gauge II , it plugs into the OBD II port.... Five minutes tops with mounting kit......

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Get a Scan Gauge II , it plugs into the OBD II port.... Five minutes tops with mounting kit......
Hmmm...I might consider getting one of those...after the smart of course!
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I wouldn't bother with an aftermarket tach if I were you. The factory available tach/clock combo are simple to install and work flawlessly with no calibration.

The ScanGauge is an excellent product for a lot of reasons, but a digital tach is... well... clumsy for everyday use. An analog one is far easier for data that's constantly changing like that especially when you don't really care if you're at 5000rpm vs 4986rpm or whatever.

I installed a smart tach/clock combo just the other day. I first was using the genuine smart installation instructions available on their electronic WIS but it really isn't very well written. A much better guide is found on Kane's site over at evilution.

Get a ScanGauge though ;) Good for so many other things.

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david it is super simple to install an aftermarket tach. Follow this link for instructions:
How to add an aftermarket tach to a Smart Car
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