Faria Tach Questions

[HNL2LHC]

We have Faria gauges in our boat. The gauges have been really consistent for the time that we have had the boat. When we went down to the we used it and GPS. The last time that we launched our boat the tach seamed to be running about twice the normal range. At first I thought there was an issue with the engine. But it ran fine other than the tach being higher.

I have found the manual on the manufacturer’s website. Looks like the setting for the type of engine is still correct. Is there a possibility that internally something has Become defective? I did not run much or harde as I don’t want to damage the tach with it maxing out on the gauge. I am thinking about launching and checking the signal with another gauge/meter. It does not look like there is a sending unit of any type so if there is an issue it would internal???

Would it be a good idea to reach out to the manufacturer? It looks like they are still in business?

Thanks for any suggestion/direction.

 

[RiverDave]

I'd go through and disconnect all the wires to that gauge and then reconnect them.. I'd bet some corrosion is happening there and throwing off the readings.

RD

 

[LuauLounge]

Might be as simple as rotating the cylinder selector switch to the other positions and then back to its correct setting.

 

[HNL2LHC]

Thanks for the suggestions. I will give both of those a try and see what happens.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

We have Faria gauges in our boat. The gauges have been really consistent for the time that we have had the boat. When we went down to the we used it and GPS. The last time that we launched our boat the tach seamed to be running about twice the normal range. At first I thought there was an issue with the engine. But it ran fine other than the tach being higher.

I have found the manual on the manufacturer’s website. Looks like the setting for the type of engine is still correct. Is there a possibility that internally something has Become defective? I did not run much or harde as I don’t want to damage the tach with it maxing out on the gauge. I am thinking about launching and checking the signal with another gauge/meter. It does not look like there is a sending unit of any type so if there is an issue it would internal???

Would it be a good idea to reach out to the manufacturer? It looks like they are still in business?

Thanks for any suggestion/direction.

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Mine did the same thing a few times. I have the same gauge. They seem to be very sensitive to where that pointer is. Move the cylinder setting on the back of the gauge, and move it back. That will likely fix it.

Also power cycle the gauges after making the change. I remember mine not parking correctly when it acted up.

 

[Outdrive1]

They are still available, even on Amazon

 

[Bpracing1127]

Mine faria does that from time to time. A quick tap on the guage face solves the issue and all is good

 

[QC22]

A quick tap on the guage face solves the issue and all is good

Every tach I've ever had responds to a good beating. Blows my mind. Currently Livorsi, but every single boat this has made a difference in the readout.

 

[RiverDave]

Mine faria does that from time to time. A quick tap on the guage face solves the issue and all is good

Lol so true.. like an old tv! Just smack it and it starts working

 

[Shlbyntro]

We have Faria gauges in our boat. The gauges have been really consistent for the time that we have had the boat. When we went down to the we used it and GPS. The last time that we launched our boat the tach seamed to be running about twice the normal range. At first I thought there was an issue with the engine. But it ran fine other than the tach being higher.

I have found the manual on the manufacturer’s website. Looks like the setting for the type of engine is still correct. Is there a possibility that internally something has Become defective? I did not run much or harde as I don’t want to damage the tach with it maxing out on the gauge. I am thinking about launching and checking the signal with another gauge/meter. It does not look like there is a sending unit of any type so if there is an issue it would internal???

Would it be a good idea to reach out to the manufacturer? It looks like they are still in business?

Thanks for any suggestion/direction.

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knock on it with the back side of your knuckle next time the engine is running, should return to normal.

if not, replace the gauge. theyre not expensive

 

[zbudman]

Most 12 volt problems can be traced back to a bad ground.

 

[Lumpy]

At least once a summer this has happened to my Faria Tach for the last ten years...knock knock knock and its back till next year.

 

[LargeOrangeFont]

Keep in mind- These tachs were from the age of pinnacle boating

 

[LHC Kirby]

I think it's a lifetime warranty . Contact them directly. But in the mean time, the knock with two knuckles works for a trip or three.

 

[Done-it-again]

I had one in my Hallett and every so often it would bounce all over the place. I would fidget with the connections and it would go back to normal.

 

[HNL2LHC]

Thanks for all the suggestions. Will have to give the tap a try. In the meantime I will pull wires, switch the switch. Next week they are saying 70s so I will get out and see if it is fixed.

Thanks!!!!

 

[DLC]

I think you need to sell your boat and get a toon!

we typically don’t have those issues!

our Toon issues are

How much propane did we bring for the grill and is this 180 quart cooler big enough for all the beer needed for 4 hours of boating….

lol

 

[HNL2LHC]

I think you need to sell your boat and get a toon!

we typically don’t have those issues!

our Toon issues are

How much propane did we bring for the grill and is this 180 quart cooler big enough for all the beer needed for 4 hours of boating….

lol

Thanks for the suggestion.. I am not ready to go that route just yet. More in the thinking of a build still. We shall see how things go this year.

 

[22hotkat]

I sent my Faria oil temp gage back to them and they repaired it, check the site. It might be cheaper to replace. I too have had to tap the tach to get it settled, bought a new one 7 years ago and never installed as the tapping thing is easier.

 

[evantwheeler]

We have Faria gauges in our boat. The gauges have been really consistent for the time that we have had the boat. When we went down to the we used it and GPS. The last time that we launched our boat the tach seamed to be running about twice the normal range. At first I thought there was an issue with the engine. But it ran fine other than the tach being higher.

I have found the manual on the manufacturer’s website. Looks like the setting for the type of engine is still correct. Is there a possibility that internally something has Become defective? I did not run much or harde as I don’t want to damage the tach with it maxing out on the gauge. I am thinking about launching and checking the signal with another gauge/meter. It does not look like there is a sending unit of any type so if there is an issue it would internal???

Would it be a good idea to reach out to the manufacturer? It looks like they are still in business?

Thanks for any suggestion/direction.

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I have the same tach with digital hour meter. Mine was stuck at 1200rpm and wouldn't move at all, but hour meter was working. I ended up ordering a new replacement and here are the instructions for setting the hour meter to match the old, if you do end up needing to replace. This came from Faria tech support via email, they were very responsive through the online submission form.

"The hour meter will only count when the needle is over 500 rpm. You can connect the tach to 12 volts and power it up. Then while looking at the face of the gauge move the rotary switch on back between any two switch positions. You are watching to see the needle start to climb or peg around. Once you have the switch at a spot where the needle climbs or clocks around let it do so. The needle will peg itself and you will see the hourglass in the corner of the hour meter LCD start to blink. That means its counting. The digit all the way to the right is 1/10th of an hour so will increase every 6 minutes. Clocking the needle to do this won't hurt the tach. Return it to the proper switch position for the application when you are done."

 

[Jay Dub]

We have Faria gauges in our boat. The gauges have been really consistent for the time that we have had the boat. When we went down to the we used it and GPS. The last time that we launched our boat the tach seamed to be running about twice the normal range. At first I thought there was an issue with the engine. But it ran fine other than the tach being higher.

I have found the manual on the manufacturer’s website. Looks like the setting for the type of engine is still correct. Is there a possibility that internally something has Become defective? I did not run much or harde as I don’t want to damage the tach with it maxing out on the gauge. I am thinking about launching and checking the signal with another gauge/meter. It does not look like there is a sending unit of any type so if there is an issue it would internal???

Would it be a good idea to reach out to the manufacturer? It looks like they are still in business?

Thanks for any suggestion/direction.

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Our old boat had Faria gauges and the tach would occasionally read erratic. A slight tap on the gauge always "fixed" it.

 

[HNL2LHC]

I have the same tach with digital hour meter. Mine was stuck at 1200rpm and wouldn't move at all, but hour meter was working. I ended up ordering a new replacement and here are the instructions for setting the hour meter to match the old, if you do end up needing to replace. This came from Faria tech support via email, they were very responsive through the online submission form.

"The hour meter will only count when the needle is over 500 rpm. You can connect the tach to 12 volts and power it up. Then while looking at the face of the gauge move the rotary switch on back between any two switch positions. You are watching to see the needle start to climb or peg around. Once you have the switch at a spot where the needle climbs or clocks around let it do so. The needle will peg itself and you will see the hourglass in the corner of the hour meter LCD start to blink. That means its counting. The digit all the way to the right is 1/10th of an hour so will increase every 6 minutes. Clocking the needle to do this won't hurt the tach. Return it to the proper switch position for the application when you are done."

Thank you for the additional information and posting it so I have it just in case the gauge is swapped out.

 

[RiverDave]

Keep in mind- These tachs were from the age of pinnacle boating

But they weren’t the pinnacle gauge. Livorsi for the win!

 

[HNL2LHC]

But they weren’t the pinnacle gauge. Livorsi for the win!

Thanks for the kick to my nuts Dave. I will try better to not let my poorness shine through.

 

[04-24Stealth]

Our old boat had Faria gauges and the tach would occasionally read erratic. A slight tap on the gauge always "fixed" it.

Mine started acting up after towing out in a monsoon. Like everyone else couple taps and it drops down to where it should be.

 

[HNL2LHC]

UPDATE….went out yesterday fired up the boat on the first crank. I was kind of worried as I had not fired up since Dec. As for the tach it was spot on. Went around the island and then the Channel. We were some how able to squeeze into the spot that we found. We ate the sandwiches that we bought from Cambell Cove. Those mini croissants are amazing. After soaking up some sun and getting a little thawed after winter the wife and I decided to pack it up. Once again started up and tach was flawless. Wife dropped me at the beach near Windsor 4 to grab the trailer. When we met up at the ramp she let me know that the gauge did in fact read incorrectly and as she says……she flicked it and it went to the correct range. LOL.

Thank you RDP for the technical information and our tach fix

 

[pwerwagn]

But they weren’t the pinnacle gauge. Livorsi for the win!

You misspelled Gaffrig...

 

[Nanu/Nanu]

Hahaha!

Hi my name is nanu-nanu and I AM A CHRONIC TACH TAPPER! whoo that felt really good!

It appears im not alone in this thread haha

 

[HNL2LHC]

Hahaha!

Hi my name is nanu-nanu and I AM A CHRONIC TACH TAPPER! whoo that felt really good!

It appears im not alone in this thread haha

Hi Nanu/Nanu…welcome. I am a last day of a one season tapper. How long have you been tapping?

 

[Nanu/Nanu]

Ive been tapping for 2 seasons

 

[QC22]

Rookies. I've been tapping tachs since 1984. Tappin' other stuff since 1974.