Successful Clock repair

[Hoss3.0]

Well using info gleaned from the tech articles on this site I decided to have a look at my VDO clock to see if there was anything I could do to fix it. Low and behold, the solder connection had let go. I didn't have any low temp fusing point solder on hand (120 deg C) but there was still and tiny bit left on the contact points. I aligned the points to where I needed them (sprung down until they touched) and just barely made contact with the solder gun. Voila!!! It worked. I plugged the electrical connections back in and heard the momentum disk "flip" and start the ticking. Awsome. It took about an hour all together but if you know what your looking for it could likely be done in about twenty minutes. The clock is still ticking and only time will tell if it continues to do so (sorry I couldn't resist).

[Hoss3.0]

Seven hours and still keeping accurate time!!!

[rusnak]

Congrats, Mike. I just love the quality of old Porsche accessories. I keep my clock, gauges, lights, etc working simply because its enjoyable to use these parts of the car.

[pizzy]

congrats on your repair. mine was similar in that alittle solder remained for me to reconnect the thermal fuse. i had to take it a step further as the clock was all gummed up from the old oil and dirt in the pivot holes. i managed to take the back plates off to access the wheels and threw them in my watch cleaning solution. made a big difference.... ticking strong
steve