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  1. 06-04-2023, 07:16 AM #1
    mikewerx
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    Broke my VDO Gauge clock hand - looking for parts

    So last night after watching too many Youtubes on how easy it was to remove the internals of the gauges and clean/repair, I cam semi successful but did have trouble with the clock. So can you buy parts anywhere?

    Hands for the clock

    Also want to replace the face with real glass instead of plexiglass, 2nd option new plexiglass.

    Anyone know where to find gauge parts like these? it's for a 1970 911. Thanks!


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  2. 06-04-2023, 07:39 AM #2
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    You can make a new face out of glass by buying a replacement and drilling the hole you need using a glass drill bit -- sets are cheap on amazon for a one time use. The hole doesn't have to be perfect. It's far better than the plastic. I think I got the glass from Pelican or North Hollywood Speedo, though I had to buy more than one to get one that was not scratched.

    Below is the disassembled parts for the adjuster in order of assembly:

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  3. 06-05-2023, 11:01 PM #3
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    This looks perfect, well done! Thank you for the tip on drilling and glass. Now if I could find the hour hand I broke...
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  4. 06-06-2023, 06:35 AM #4
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    PS. Keep the glass bit wet while drilling, go slow speed, take it easy.
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  5. 06-07-2023, 06:31 PM #5
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    Regular clock is from 11/1981, clock with no glass is an early one. Regular one is $75.00. other is $25.00

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    What tool or method is used to best recrimp the retainer ring to seal the gauge once its been opened?
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  7. 06-09-2023, 12:04 PM #7
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    Call Morris at West Valley Instruments. He may have the parts or send it to him and he can repair at a fair price. He is the best!
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