[T2] Speaking of weird electrical issues??

[c.dreike]

Electronic point do the same thing as the mechanical points. Namely 
short one side of the coil to ground. I would think that the electronic 
points should work with a tach.
Maybe this link will help you:
http://support.pertronix.com/kb/faq.php?id=34

Chris


On 3/1/2019 2:25 PM, RS Hanley wrote:
> Hey Folks,
>   I purchased a new Smiths vintage look tachometer for my 77 Baywindow. Awesome! I was so excited that the size and color made it fit to look like original equipment. Only it won't work. During the diagnostic process found out that the previous bus owner installed electronic ignition (no points or condenser!)
>
> Anyone have any tips on getting a tacho to work with electronic ignition?
>
>
> R. Scott Hanley
> 1977 Transporter
> LTCHanley at icloud.com
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> -----Original Message-----
> From: type2 <type2-bounces at type2.com> On Behalf Of c.dreike
> Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2019 6:48 PM
> To: type2 at type2.com
> Subject: [T2] turn signals working
>
> Finally,
> Found that I had swapped the black/blue and the black/violet wires from the turn signal switch. Color Blind? Maybe.
> Emergency flashers work correctly as do the turn signals. I must have spent 4 hours chasing that one. Key here was understanding how the flasher relay works.
>
> Next challenge it to get the headlights working. I have high beams only.
> Fuses are OK.
> The oil warning light does not shut off when the engine is started. Oil pressure gage shows 50+ PSI on start up.
>
> Fun and games.
>
> Drove the bus around the neighborhood. The steering seems to be working well since I replaced the gear follower pin the the steering gearbox.
> New pins are available from Schofield in England. Not cheep but less than a rebuild. They also have new worm gears in case you need that too.
>
> Cheers,
> Chris
> 71 Sunroof
> 64DD Kamper Kit
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