Original Rotunda 8,000 Rpm Tachometer Real Deal Thunderbolt Tach Working Amazing on 2040-parts.com
Santa Cruz, California, US
This auction is for a vintage Rotunda 8,000 RPM tachometer. This tachometer was made by Rotunda/Faria instruments. The 8,000 RPM Rotunda tach is well known for being installed on early to mid 60's high performance Ford vehicles including the 64 Thunderbolt and early Shelby Cobras. The Rotunda tach was sold over the dealer parts counter and dealer installed on many late 60's high performance cars. This is a very rare tachometer that will really stand out at car shows and cruise nights. This will definitely separate you car from the rest of the pack!
This tach is in very good condition as shown. The face is very nice with a bright vibrant dial as shown.. The lens curved glass lens is very nice with no scratching or damage and is crystal clear. The original lamp on the top of the face still works! The front bezel shines well with no pitting and one small split on the top as shown. The original mounting cup and mounting brackey are in very good condition as shown. The chrome shines well with light isolated pitting. This is simply a very nice original Rotunda 8,000 RPM tach.
This is a real deal 8 cylinder Rotunda tach and is dated May, 1963 as shown. THIS IS THE REAL DEAL! This is a true vintage speed part that would look great in you car or collection.
This tach has been tested and works great. There is a video of this tach being tested at the bottom of this description. Click on the picture and the video will play.
This is your chance to own a very hard original 8,000 RPM Rotunda tach for your special car or collection! Don't Miss Out!
I am happy to combine shipping on multiple items whenever possible.
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Click on the play button on the photo below to watch a video of this tach being tested:
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