Sierra Sterling 3" Marine Tachometer 0-7000 RPM 67363P
Sierra Sterling 3" Marine Tachometer 0-7000 RPM 67363P — Product description
The Sierra Sterling tachometer is a clean 3-inch full-sweep analog gauge that reads 0 to 7000 RPM. Black face, polished bezel, black pointer with an orange tip. It's the straightforward, no-fuss RPM gauge for refreshing a helm on a gas outboard or inboard boat.
The Sierra Sterling 3-inch tachometer does one job and does it well. It reads engine speed from 0 to 7000 RPM on a full-sweep analog dial, so you get the whole range spread across a wide arc instead of crammed into a narrow window. The black face with the polished bezel and the orange-tipped pointer is a sharp, classic look that fits right in on most helms. This is the gauge you reach for when you're refreshing a tired dash or filling a hole after a repower on a gas outboard or inboard boat.
Full sweep matters more than it sounds. A wider needle travel means small changes in RPM are easier to read at a glance, which is exactly what you want when you're dialing in a plane or watching for the right shift point. At 7000 RPM top end, this Sterling gauge is sized for typical gas outboards and inboards, not high-revving specialty engines. If your engine turns up into that range and you want a big, legible needle, this is a solid match.
Now let's talk install, because that's where these gauges either work great or drive you nuts. It's a standard 3-inch cutout, so it drops into most existing gauge holes. But check your depth first. You want at least three and a half inches of clearance behind the dash for the can and the wiring, and that can get tight on some older consoles. Measure before you cut.
The single most important step is setting the pulse-per-revolution correctly for your engine. Most Sierra tachs use a small selector for this, and if it's set wrong the needle reads double or half of the true RPM. This trips up a lot of folks on the first install, especially on 4-stroke outboards. Get that setting right against your engine's spec and the reading will be dead accurate. Get it wrong and you'll chase a problem that isn't there.
Wiring is straightforward: power, ground, sender signal, and a light lead. One thing worth knowing on twin-engine boats is that the signal wire can pick up alternator whine if you route it alongside heavy power leads. Keep the signal run away from the charging cables, or shield it, and the needle stays rock steady. On a single-engine rig it's rarely an issue, but it's an easy habit to build in from the start.
Be clear on what this version is not. This is the plain Sterling tach without peak memory and without a warning indicator. So it won't log your maximum RPM for you, and it won't flash an alert. If you're chasing an intermittent RPM problem and want to capture a peak while you're not looking, you'll be logging it by hand or stepping up to a gauge that stores it. And the tach doesn't track engine hours. If you want runtime, add a separate hour meter to the panel. None of that is a knock. It's just an honest, clean RPM gauge, and plenty of boaters want exactly that and nothing more.
One care note from the water: that polished bezel and glossy black face look great new, but in an open, unprotected console they can show water spots and start to pit over a few seasons. A quick wipe-down after a wet day goes a long way, and some owners lay a light clear coat on the bezel to keep it bright. Keep it covered or under a hardtop and it'll stay looking sharp for years. For a matched helm, pair it with the other gauges in the Sierra Sterling line so your lighting and styling stay consistent across the dash.
Key Features
- 3-inch full-sweep analog dial reads 0 to 7000 RPM for wide, easy-to-read needle travel
- Black face with polished bezel and black pointer with an orange tip for a clean classic helm look
- Standard 3-inch cutout drops into most existing gauge holes on a refresh or repower
- Selectable pulse-per-revolution setting matches the gauge to your specific engine for accurate readings
- Built for the marine environment to Sierra's OEM-replacement quality standard
- Sized for typical gas outboard and inboard engines turning up to 7000 RPM
- Part of the Sierra Sterling gauge line so you can match lighting and styling across the dash
- Plain configuration without peak memory or warning indicator for a simple, no-fuss install
Why Buy from NVN Marine
- Authorized Sierra Marine reseller, full manufacturer warranty
- NMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs
- Same-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items
- NY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store
Technical specifications
| Title | Sierra Sterling 3-Inch Marine Tachometer, 0-7000 RPM |
|---|---|
| Brand | Sierra Marine |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 67363P |
| UPC | 731957443540 |
| Series | Sterling |
| Gauge Diameter | 3 Inch |
| Movement | Full Sweep |
| Display Type | Analog |
| RPM Range | 0-7000 RPM |
| Face Color | Black |
| Bezel Finish | Polished |
| Pointer | Black With Orange Tip |
| Peak Memory | No |
| Warning Indicator | No |
| Application | Marine |
Frequently asked questions
What engines does this tachometer work with?
It's built for typical gas outboard and inboard engines that turn up to 7000 RPM. The key is setting the pulse-per-revolution correctly for your specific engine so the reading is accurate.
Why does my Sierra tach read double or half the real RPM?
That's almost always the pulse-per-revolution setting. Sierra tachs have a selector for this. If it's set wrong for your engine, the needle reads double or half. Match it to your engine's spec and it'll read correctly.
What size hole does it need?
It's a standard 3-inch gauge, so it fits a standard 3-inch cutout. Just confirm you have at least three and a half inches of depth behind the dash for the gauge can and wiring before you install.
Does this tachometer have peak memory or a warning light?
No. This version is the plain Sterling tach without peak memory and without a warning indicator. It reads live RPM only. If you need to capture a maximum RPM or get an alert, you'd want a different gauge.
Does it track engine hours?
No, a tachometer only shows RPM. If you want to track runtime, add a separate hour meter to your panel.
Can I use it on a twin-engine boat?
Yes. On twins, route the signal wire away from the heavy charging and power leads, or shield it, so the needle doesn't pick up alternator whine. That keeps both readings steady.
Will the black face and polished bezel hold up in an open console?
They look sharp, but in an unprotected open console the polished bezel can show water spots and pit over time. Wipe it down after wet days and keep it covered when you can. Under a hardtop it stays bright for years.
How many wires does it use?
Power, ground, the sender signal, and a light lead. It's a standard four-connection tachometer hookup.
Will it match my other gauges?
If your other gauges are from the Sierra Sterling line, yes, the lighting and styling are designed to match across the set. Pairing it within the Sterling family keeps the dash consistent.
