VDO CLock

[twinegar]

I added a VDO clock to my gauge assembly. I couldn't find my earlier post when I added a oil pressure and temp gauges using the VDO gauge cups so I had to start a new string. I have watched the original CBX clocks sell on Ebay for the last couple of years and I'll be darned if I am paying $100+ for a used 30 year old one. The one from VDO isn't a match to the Honda clock having white lettering over matte black so I removed the lens and over-sprayed with candy tangerine lacquer until I got the right shade to match my faded gauges. It isn't mounted permanent yet but I did hook up the back light and it comes through loud and clear. The other two add-on's are sealed units so I might use a hobby ban saw to cut through the case behind the bezel and give them the same paint treatment. I can paint the needle tips white to better match the speedo and tach. Here is a comparison of the assembly before and after paint. The clock is on top. http://www.spookytoms.com/SpookyTom-CBX-79-1-RB07C.html

[alimey4u2]

Looking good...

[twinegar]

Thanks, it pays to have a OCD retiree on board!

[twinegar]

No go on the VDO clock #370-955 I used. It doesn't light up properly and the bulb is internal with no access. VDO makes another clock #370-155 for the same price that does have a bulb fixture that comes off the back and the clock also comes with little colored condoms that can be slid over the bulb. My other VDO gauges have this and the red is just right. The down side is that the clock only comes with the hour hand. Auto Meter makes a decent looking clock #2632 but it costs about $70. VDO also makes a clock for $120+ that would be perfect but that is a little pricey for me.
If anyone else has added a clock to their 79 or 80 w/o fairing let's hear what you have.