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AutoMeter 2897 Traditional Chrome Air-Core Pedestal Tach,8k,3-3/4
- Traditional incandescent lighting illuminates around the perimeter of the dial
- 12 and 16 volt compatible, well-suited with nearly every street car or race car electrical system
- Gauge kit includes bulb and socket assembly, red and green bulb covers, mounting hardware, and detailed instructions for installation
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Product Summary
Universal Fit, Electric Gauge Type, 3.44" Body Diameter
- Traditional incandescent lighting illuminates around the perimeter of the dial
- 12 and 16 volt compatible, well-suited with nearly every street car or race car electrical system
- Gauge kit includes bulb and socket assembly, red and green bulb covers, mounting hardware, and detailed instructions for installation
- AutoMeter’s race proven air-core electric tachometers provide quick and accurate readings with a needle so responsive it can go from 0 - full scale in 333 milliseconds
- Compatible with most 4, 6, and 8 cylinder engines (2 - 4 pulse per revolution ignition signals) with points, electronic, and most 12V high-performance racing ignitions.
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This retro tach from Auto Meter is just the ticket to keep the correct feel you wanted for your ride. This 3-3/4" short sweet tach uses state of the art components in a 60's look body. Housing can be screwed to a flat surface or clamped to a steering column. For 4, 6, or 8 cyl. engines with 12 volt systems. Plastic lens.
Ships with the following AutoMeter products:
Bulb & Socket: 3212
Light Covers: Red 3214 & Green 3215
Mounting Hardware: Bracket Included
Ships with the following AutoMeter products:
Bulb & Socket: 3212
Light Covers: Red 3214 & Green 3215
Mounting Hardware: Bracket Included
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Specs
- Overall Depth: 3-3/4"
- Overall Diameter: 4-3/8"
- Range: 0-8000 rpm
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AutoMeter 2897 Specifications
AutoMeter 2897 Specifications
| KEY SPECS | |
|---|---|
| MFG. Part # | 2897 |
| Brand | AutoMeter |
| Gauge Type | Electric |
| RPM Range | 0-8,000 RPM |
| GENERAL | |
| Body Diameter | 3.44" |
| Gauge Face Color | Black |
| Lettering Color | White |
| Needle Color | Fluorescent Red |
| Overall Diameter | 3.84" |
| Lighted | Yes |
| Bezel Finish | Chrome |
| Body Length | 2.78" |
| Depth | 3.21" |
| Bezel Style | Super Bezel |
| Light Color | White Incandescent |
| Lighting Type | Incandescent |
| Includes Light Covers | Yes |
| Includes Bulb and Socket | Yes |
| Includes Mounting Bracket(s) | Yes |
| Notes | Includes red and green light bulb covers. |
| Sold in Quantity | Each |
| GTIN Code | 046074028977 |
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
9 Reviews
Customers highly recommend the product for its quality, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. They particularly admire its period-correct, nostalgic feel, complimenting its compatibility with a variety of vehicles, such as a '38 Chevy, '55 Chevy truck, and 1940 Ford. Its easy installation and great performance are also frequently noted. Despite a slight issue with the inner glass face on one unit, customers still find it to be a superior product, often choosing it for multiple projects in a clear preference over competitors.
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
9 Reviews
Customers highly recommend the product for its quality, functionality, and aesthetic appeal. They particularly admire its period-correct, nostalgic feel, complimenting its compatibility with a variety of vehicles, such as a '38 Chevy, '55 Chevy truck, and 1940 Ford. Its easy installation and great performance are also frequently noted. Despite a slight issue with the inner glass face on one unit, customers still find it to be a superior product, often choosing it for multiple projects in a clear preference over competitors.
4.8
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I would recommend Speedway Motors
5.0
3 years ago
KZ
Hesperia, CA
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Putting this on my '38 Chevy
Would Recommend
Great period correct look and feel
5.0
6 years ago
Paul
Tuttle, Oklahoma
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Installed on a 1981 F100 with a 300cid. This is an inline six cylinder. Looks great on that year, The engines red-lines about 3800 rpm....so I do not get full range use of the sweep.
Would Recommend
Works great!! Next project I'll buy another one
5.0
6 years ago
JP
Prescott AZ
Verified
Works great!! Easy install
Would Recommend
Looks Cool in my '40
5.0
7 years ago
Ricky C.
South Houston, Texas
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Looks Great! Has that Nostalgia Vibe. Right at home in my 1940 Ford.
Would Recommend

would buy again
5.0
8 years ago
ohrt01
cedar rapids, iowa
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good looking, retro design, worked perfect
Would Recommend
Great buy!
5.0
9 years ago
Gsry
Oxford Miss
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Easy hook up' ! Looks great in my 55 Chevy truck.
Would Recommend
If I had another hot rod/show car, I would buy another one!!
5.0
10 years ago
Thunderstruck
El Paso, Tx
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Great product, chrome looks great.
Would Recommend
good product
5.0
11 years ago
kennyz
marshalltown,iowa
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good quality tach from Autometer
Would Recommend
Nice but....
3.0
16 years ago
Pat
Wickenburg, Az
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nice retro, works well but the INNER glass face is smudged and when backlit at night hard to read. Can't be disassembled without return to factory.
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Questions & Answers
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Questions & Answers
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Can I get this item in black ?
by Bob
• 11 years ago
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