20 May 2013, 21:44
I've been trying to sort out a replacement clock as the clock on VIN10719 had been replaced years ago with an after market cruise control.
After quite a bit of research and development I've managed to manufacture a fully functioning replacement for the clock using modern components. It has battery back-up and comes complete with a new front lens, fixing points and enclosure. Time setting is pretty simple with one "push-button" hole, similar to the stock option. It also comes in a choice of colour: green, blue, red and amber. Both the front lens, enclosure and LED unit are supplied in the chosen colour.
At the moment I've just about finalised the design of the unit and will be fitting it to 10719. I've got a further five green units ready to go, and possibly one blue version as well. Red and amber versions can be made up to order, as can any additional orders.
Below are a few images of the unit I managed to take this weekend. The one in the actual dash is the blue version I created, but I'll take a few pics of the green version in the next couple of days in VIN 10719, just to give you an idea.
All parts are laser cut to size, and the lens is a perfect fit. Connection to the car is simply via a live and ground 12V wire, which can be done to the original clock wiring, or as I have done to a permanent 12V feed (similar to the amp). The unit simply bolts onto the original clock fitting posts under the console plate with two washers and two nuts and is very secure.
In effect the units are "version 1.6" (a few alterations after testing so far) so I've not tested them long-term, but the electronics are good, and held secure in the frame. Any suggestions or criticisms are welcome.
If people are interested I'm looking to sell the first four units at £55, which includes postage and packaging. This is MUCH lower than any other replacement clock out there.
If you're interested then PM me through here, or email me at mark@flux3d.co.uk
![[Image: IMG_1141_2.jpg]](http://www.flux3d.co.uk/VIN10719/clock/IMG_1141_2.jpg)
![[Image: IMG_2982.JPG]](http://www.flux3d.co.uk/VIN10719/clock/IMG_2982.JPG)
![[Image: IMG_2983.JPG]](http://www.flux3d.co.uk/VIN10719/clock/IMG_2983.JPG)
![[Image: IMG_2984.JPG]](http://www.flux3d.co.uk/VIN10719/clock/IMG_2984.JPG)
After quite a bit of research and development I've managed to manufacture a fully functioning replacement for the clock using modern components. It has battery back-up and comes complete with a new front lens, fixing points and enclosure. Time setting is pretty simple with one "push-button" hole, similar to the stock option. It also comes in a choice of colour: green, blue, red and amber. Both the front lens, enclosure and LED unit are supplied in the chosen colour.
At the moment I've just about finalised the design of the unit and will be fitting it to 10719. I've got a further five green units ready to go, and possibly one blue version as well. Red and amber versions can be made up to order, as can any additional orders.
Below are a few images of the unit I managed to take this weekend. The one in the actual dash is the blue version I created, but I'll take a few pics of the green version in the next couple of days in VIN 10719, just to give you an idea.
All parts are laser cut to size, and the lens is a perfect fit. Connection to the car is simply via a live and ground 12V wire, which can be done to the original clock wiring, or as I have done to a permanent 12V feed (similar to the amp). The unit simply bolts onto the original clock fitting posts under the console plate with two washers and two nuts and is very secure.
In effect the units are "version 1.6" (a few alterations after testing so far) so I've not tested them long-term, but the electronics are good, and held secure in the frame. Any suggestions or criticisms are welcome.
If people are interested I'm looking to sell the first four units at £55, which includes postage and packaging. This is MUCH lower than any other replacement clock out there.
If you're interested then PM me through here, or email me at mark@flux3d.co.uk