Author Topic: 280SL Tachometer "C" bracket  (Read 2975 times)

John5051

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280SL Tachometer "C" bracket
« on: February 02, 2013, 21:01:30 »
I'm replacing my squealing tachometer (after years of unsuccessful attempts to resolve, including new cable) and discovered that the "C" bracket was loose and unattached.  I can't seem to find any photos or illustrations that show exactly how it should look when properly installed.  The photos in the technical manual are somewhat helpful, but not completely.  Can anyone guide me to photos on "Tachometer Replacement for Dummies"?  Thanks!   -John

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Re: 280SL Tachometer "C" bracket
« Reply #1 on: February 03, 2013, 04:23:06 »
There are two photos in the technical manual showing how the bracket fits over the tachometer (rev counter):
http://www.sl113.org/wiki/uploads/Electrical/Tachometer_bracket.jpg
Tell us what else do you need to know so we can help.
Alfred
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1966 230SL automatic 334G light blue (sold)
1968 280SL automatic (now 904G midnight blue)

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Re: 280SL Tachometer "C" bracket
« Reply #2 on: February 05, 2013, 01:05:18 »
Don't forget to connect the brown ground (earth) wire under the thumbscrew.
Joe Alexander
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