I took my Tachometer apart, can it be saved?!

[Guzziando]

The capacitors have exploded, and it looks prety nasty inside. I do not have a problem with replacing components, but what else do I need to be aware of that could mean that it is not worth repairing. The needle is stiff, and does not bounce back. Is there any reference material for rebuilding Veglia Tachometers?

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[Guzziando]

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[Guzziando]

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[George 350]

Hi,
Whilst no one has replied, I know that some people with way more knowledge than me have done a repair/rebuild of these, but it isn't an easy job.
The most recent posting on this subject was that somebody replaced the 'guts' inside with those from a cheap Chinese generic rev counter for very little cost.

Might be worth a search.
Regards, George

[Tinker]

I don’t know anything about them. But if it was mine I would try to save it! Capacitors are cheap if you can get enough info off the old ones! Is the rotor free? Are there any electricalcontacts on the rotor? Good luck

[scbond2@yahoo.co.uk]

Maybe try Bengy Straw?

[MickeyMoto]

Maybe try an instrument expert like The Gauge Man, Peter Bond.