Michael,
Quite a few possibilities here. I would check the electrical first.
What ignition system do you have? Stock? Aftermarket?
When the engine quits running, does the tach immediately drop to zero before the engine stops rotating?
It could be anywhere from the ignition switch to the ignition system, and/or points in between.
John
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