I like gadgets, possibly more than most, but I have never put the tiny tach on my machine. I have learned that my ear will give me the information that I need. On a generator, that is a different situation. I am presently looking for a 3 cylinder Kubota 12 KV 1800 RPM generator, if anyone knows of one. I will put a tach on that if and when I find one...... thanks Junk....