Can a tach be plugged into a MSD box?
Can a tach be plugged into a MSD box?
Obviously, you can’t do that with an MSD box or you’ll cook it. So you find another 12V+ ignition-switched source for power and plug the other wire into the TACH terminal on the side of the MSD box. I’ll agree on the Pontiac tach. .
What are the tach wires for a MSD 6A?
I just installed an MSD box and I can’t get the tach to work now. There are four wires running from the tach. Green, red, yellow, and black. Yellow is for the light and black is ground. The red went to +coil and the green went to -coil on the old points style ignition but MSD says thats a no no with the box.
How do you hook up a tachometer to a MSD Ignition?
Cut the wire from the spool, and strip the end of it with wire strippers. Attach a male connector to the end of the tach trigger wire. Slide the male connector to the port on the side of the MSD ignition control box.
Where is the tach wire on a 6AL?
The tach lead on the 6al is on the side of the box by itself and takes a spade type terminal and this should hook up to the green wire on the tach.
Obviously, you can’t do that with an MSD box or you’ll cook it. So you find another 12V+ ignition-switched source for power and plug the other wire into the TACH terminal on the side of the MSD box. I’ll agree on the Pontiac tach. .
When to use a MSD tach adapter 8920?
Edward, the 8920 Tach Adapter is used when running an MSD ignition box and the tach is not reading properly. It is not designed to be used on an HEI. It depends on the tachometer you are trying to use. The paperwork with your Ignition components should tell if you need one or not and which one is needed.
Can a MSD 6A hook up to a tachometer?
Can I hook my tachometer directly to my MSD 6A box in the tachometer output connection or do I need the adapter. Yes it can. I have the 6520 digital plus, and the Mustang Rally Pac did not operate properly when connected directly to the box. I ended up getting the tach adapter and it works fine now.
Is there a tach output on the MSD Ignition?
If you have any questions concerning coils, contact our Customer Service Department at (915) 855-7123. TACHOMETERS The MSD Ignition features a Tach Output Terminal on the side of the unit. This terminal provides a trigger signal for tachometers, a shift light or other add-on rpm activated devices.
