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mbintx 05-15-2017 06:34 PM

Dash clock works intermittently/loses time
 
The analog clock in my '74 only works intermittently. Can't tell if it's just steadily losing time or coming to a complete stop at times, but I believe it's the former. Any suggestions on what parts might be sticking and need to be cleaned?

walt 05-15-2017 07:25 PM

I just replaced the two 100 uF capacitors in my 82 and it works fine now, it had the same problem of stopping intermittently. There is a very detailed post on the procedure if you search. Sorry I didn't save it.

1979-930 05-15-2017 09:05 PM

I just did the same repair. Here is the thread with detailed photos. I got the parts at frys.

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/porsche-911-technical-forum/874417-911sc-clock-repair-annotated-photos.html

Leebag 05-16-2017 12:44 AM

^+1. got the capacitors at radio shack.

JackMan 05-16-2017 04:39 AM

Idea, take your old clock and pull it from the dash and put it in a box for a future owner. Then buy an old clock, drill a hole in the center of the clock face and install a shift light. I did, awesome.

86 911 Targa 05-16-2017 06:36 AM

Clock.
 
Yup- The capacitors.

Gerry

mhackney 05-16-2017 04:49 PM

That's my link on the capacitor fix and I can say my clock is still keeping excellent time!

gtc 05-16-2017 05:23 PM

Mine slows down when it's cold.

mbintx 05-16-2017 05:27 PM

Thanks, all!

Joe Bob 05-17-2017 07:28 AM

Wear a watch or use a radio with one or look at your smart phone. Replace the dash clock with a combo Volt meter and head temp gauge. You will appreciate it.....

dicklague 05-17-2017 07:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe Bob (Post 9590699)
Wear a watch or use a radio with one or look at your smart phone. Replace the dash clock with a combo Volt meter and head temp gauge. You will appreciate it.....

great idea!!

82 SC 05-17-2017 07:39 AM

Nice to know there is a good fix for the clock. I have to say my 1982 clock is probably the most accurate old clock that I have or ever had. I am always surprised its correct! LOL! Cheers..

lindbhr 05-17-2017 09:37 AM

My 72 clock loses about one minute per day. Is this likely a capacitor issue as well?

Thanks, Hugh

Tremelune 05-17-2017 09:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joe Bob (Post 9590699)
Replace the dash clock with a combo Volt meter and head temp gauge. You will appreciate it.....

Where does one get the signal for the head temp?

proporsche 05-17-2017 10:06 AM

Hi Boys..i have to share this one with you.
Friend on mine bought last year 911 and when he showed it to me one of his complains was, the clock is not working..So i said no problem i will fix it for you.I did not know it would just take to fix it double A battery....;-D

Ivan


http://img.pccreation.net/photos/201705172003514067.JPG

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http://img.pccreation.net/photos/201705172006188952.JPG

I did get him the correct clock and kept this one as a souvenir


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