I've read a few threads about rotating tach to 12:00 position. Some say pull out by bezel, some by rubber grommet, some by removing clock gauge and push out from behind.

So what is safest and easiest way to rotated tach on 993.

 

What is the purpose of doing this on a street car? Will you miss the shift or you are so busy "driving" the car that you can't concentrate on where the RPM's are?!

**please disregard if this is a track car**

 

Yes, so do you know the answer to my question?

 

I took an old credit card, cut it into 2 pieces, slid them both under the rubber grommet and the slid a flathead screwdriver between the plastic pieces to gently pry it up. I did that in a couple of different places so it pulled out evenly. Once it's out just turn to your desired position and push it back in gently. Looks badass whether you street and/or track and unlike most things you can do to your Porsche this one costs nothing!

 

Take out the clock first, it is much easier to get out. Then you can just push out the tacho.

 

this ^^

 

I third this!

You can see the results in my profile pic.

 

To tight, can not budge.

Trying to get clock out as suggested. Using plastic upholstery tools and credit card as suggested by Brendan.

Need a little lubricant , but what should I use that will not damage plastic, rubber, or leather?

 

Open the frunk, put your hand as deep as you can into the far back corner about where you can visualize where the fuel gauge to be. You should be able to feel the back of the fuel gauge. Push it out. Now you can go in the car and push out any other gauge you want. It shouldn't take more than 30 seconds. It helps to have long arms and fingers that you aren't afraid to scratch up.

 

I used a flathead screwdriver with a cloth wrap, and then pryed the clock out with the rubber bezel. Mine came right out.

 

+1
my gauges were so fixed, specifically my watch, no chance from the front ...

 

I like the screwdriver method and have used it many times over the years but I do one thing differently. Once you have the blade of the screwdriver under the bezel, instead of prying pull gently outward with your finger between the screwdriver blade and the dash. That prevents any possible to the dash. Works every time.

 

as for a lubricant....you might try dishwashing soap with a tad of water. Could be messy, but should be safe.

 

I sent mine to North Hollywood speedo who converted it to an offset version with redline just past 12 o'clock in my line of sight. I absolutely love it thumbs up.

 

Nope,....you don't need (or want) anything.

Patience & persistence is your friend and those things WILL come out without damage.