Clock mod?

[Doug]

I noticed in Anita's pics - the convertibe VX appears to have a clock in the dash where our Hazzard / Defroster switches are. Has anyone attempted to install a clock in the dash in that area? I was hoping to eliminate the blank swith and mount the alarm led elsewhere to make room for the two displaced switches. Looking for advice. I'm also looking to add a coin holder next to the winter / power button. I pulled one from a vw that looks like it would work and color matches.

[Tone]

The clock on the stock radio can be made to display automatically after changing stations and most aftermarket radios offer that as well.

[rickshaw]

I have my radio set on clock mode but I liked the clock that was in my old Rodeo. Last month I found a new in box Rodeo clock on Ebay for $10. Its the same height and width as 2 switches. The only thing is I have no idea how to install it without the pigtail. I have checked the 1000+ page Rodeo parts book without any luck. Next I could check St. Charles Isuzu or allhyundaiisuzuparts.com for a pigtail or is there a way to run low voltage test without frying the clock? I thought I saw this on the old board.



1999 Rodeo dash



1999 Rodeo clock
Part #8-97122-098-0

[Doug]

hey rickshaw, While installing a new head unit I relocated the alarm led. Now I can attempt adding a clock. Did you ever install the rodeo clock in your vx?
Doug

[Raque Thomas]

Moncha (Scott) had an idea for creating a pigtail using connectors from radio shack, attach them to the appropriate places, then spray with Pam or lubricant to avoid sticking, use a hot glue gun to fill the area with glue. Once it dries, you should have a pig tail. I have not tried this yet - but it sounds feasible. As far as the pins on the back of the switch, the dealer should be able to look it up for you, or try posting on the general Isuzu board.

[Moncha]

Actually, before inserting the spade connectors, I pushed in saran wrap sprayed with lube (Silicone) over the pins getting it smooth as possile. It took a couple of times then after it came out of the connection, did a little trimming and filling and it worked great. At least keeps the wires from pulling out of the spade connectors and saved from bending the pins. Really all you're doing is using the well of the connector on the switch as a mold. Use the lower temp hot glue they have nowadays just to keep from hurting the plastic on the switch

Thanks for remembering the technique though..

[ameetw]

any luck with the clock yet?