AOW162435

Well, sort of. There is something about the outdated look of the 911 dashboard that fascinates me. In particular, I think the clock is a wonderful step back in time with it's analog display and clunky adjustment feature. Since I needed a legible clock on my desk, I decided to use the real thing (and yes, my computer has a clock, and the watch on my wrist does work...).

After finding a nice clean example on Ebay, I spent a few hours this weekend fashioning it into a functional desk clock. A little bit of solder work, some woodwork, a few connectors, and a 12v transformer from a defunct IKEA lamp brough it to life. I love it!





Andreas

Flying Finn

I've been doing the same thing, looks awesome!

And yes, I love 911 dashboard.

Mark in Baltimore

Hey, I've got a birthday coming up...

Looks great, Andreas. How have you managed to do this in between feedings, diaper changes and work??

AOW162435

Mark,
You are not the only multi-tasker

My birthday is just around the corner as well....

Andreas

MarkD

Very cool idea... that I will be copying. Thanks!

Sumtoc

Yep, I need one.....

Question: How do you set the time? Did you wire a little switch in the back to replace the one in the dash?

AOW162435

Sumtoc,
I actually have a switch on order, but in the meantime just added a jumper wire. To change the time, you just connect two of the pins and the clock advances with Teutonic precision.

I would actually consider making these for others, but would need to find someone who can churn out unfinished wooden blanks with the correct dimensions. Anyone have a full-fledged woodshop?

Andreas

TGP

Andreas,

I think you need to add this to the P-car DIY section! This is great...

dhicks

Andreas....very cool....want one!!!

On my desk (or actually on the book shelf next to my desk) I have a CGT (black) a gun metal GT2, the McNish #26 GT1 and Kimi's McLaren from his first F1 win !!!!

ZombiePorsche44

The 996 dashboard is the first thing that turned me off with the "NEW 911".....glad to see you keeping the real 911 faith!............ZP44

Arena993

POST A DIY. This is a great idea.

SR71BLACKBIRD

Nice Andreas - I want one too - By the way, a while back you were looking for a non perfect 18 inch Turbo twist wheel - did you ever find one and what did you do with it?

Scott

AOW162435

Scott,
Never found the wheel

David,
Mike and I are already talking regarding the necessary wood blanks....

TGP,
I think I'll do that.

Andreas

993Dave

Andreas:

I share your appreciation of the traditional 911 dashboard. Thanks to you, I now need a clock like yours.

Anxiously awaiting the DIY writeup ... or an order form.

Jober

Cooool !!!