GQ clock

Post by **Paps** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:00 pm

I know this is probably pretty trivial, but does anyone know what the problem is with the clock in GQ's and how do you fix it? I don't know anyones that works.

Post by **bazzle** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:13 pm

Remove
Resolder all connections

replace

Should fix the common faults they get

Bazzle

Post by **shortgq** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:36 pm

know what ya mean mine comes and goes, the screen that is, but it holds time, so i guess the connections to the screen are dodgy, i'm gonna fix it up along with a few cosmetic things when i pull the dash out to install din uhf and remove old security system still wired in....

Post by **blkmav** » Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:38 pm

That's about the only standard fault my Mav doesn't have.

Just had the odometer/trip meter fixed.

Post by **Dirty Dave** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 9:48 am

blkmav wrote:That's about the only standard fault my Mav doesn't have.

Just had the odometer/trip meter fixed.

How much did the odometer cost ya...did you buy a newski or get someone to fix it???
For I just bent over for a newski!!!

Post by **blkmav** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 10:07 am

Dirty Dave wrote:How much did the odometer cost ya...did you buy a newski or get someone to fix it???

Got it fixed, getting the bill tomorrow

Post by **HeathGQ** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 12:25 pm

my odometer cost about $200 from memory.

The clock I actually fixed by WD40. DOtn know why that worked as such, but its been on now for about 8mths, so I aint touching again till it stops.

Post by **slacker** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 2:53 pm

this seems to be a pretty common problem with the GQ's, both mine and a mates clocks dont work. When a mate was looking for a GQ/Mav to buy all of them except one the clocks didnt work. It wil be on the to do list.

Post by **Bingham** » Mon Nov 15, 2004 9:18 pm

probly be cheaper to buy a watch,

i did mines stuffed also

Bingham

Post by **Screwy** » Fri Dec 24, 2004 10:11 pm

so to the connections that need to be resoldered for this are just on the back of the clock?
mine is comming and going.... just another small thing id like to fix.

cheers

Post by **bogged** » Fri Dec 24, 2004 10:24 pm

Screwy_ScrewBall wrote:so to the connections that need to be resoldered for this are just on the back of the clock?
mine is comming and going.... just another small thing id like to fix.

cheers

yea, its common as corrupt cops for them to die...
apparently you can spray some stuff on them that shows you the broken joints, or just resolder the lot I say!

Post by **Screwy** » Fri Dec 24, 2004 11:28 pm

bogged wrote:
Screwy_ScrewBall wrote:so to the connections that need to be resoldered for this are just on the back of the clock?
mine is comming and going.... just another small thing id like to fix.

cheers

yea, its common as corrupt cops for them to die...
apparently you can spray some stuff on them that shows you the broken joints, or just resolder the lot I say!

sweet as thanks man.

If ya havnt noticed, just got a new GQ, i know my MQs but theres alot to learn with the GQs

Post by **bogged** » Fri Dec 24, 2004 11:35 pm

Screwy_ScrewBall wrote:If ya havnt noticed, just got a new GQ, i know my MQs but theres alot to learn with the GQs

like going back to school!

Post by **Screwy** » Fri Dec 24, 2004 11:44 pm

bogged wrote:
Screwy_ScrewBall wrote:If ya havnt noticed, just got a new GQ, i know my MQs but theres alot to learn with the GQs

like going back to school!

indeed

Post by **Mark2** » Sat Dec 25, 2004 1:43 pm

Have just fixed 2 GQ clocks.......

There is a large resistor on the back of the board (I think its the largest) and one or both of these solder joints will be the problem. To test, pull the clock apart (will have to pry open some small clips with a small screwdriver once you remove the fascia panel), plug back in and push or wobble this large resistor slightly with your finger. The clock should come good. In both my cases, I could see a slight crack in the solder joint. Just heat this joint with a soldering iron and no more problems.

The job takes no more than about 20 mins.

Post by **bogged** » Sat Dec 25, 2004 2:35 pm

slacker wrote:this seems to be a pretty common problem with the GQ's, .

talkin to a bloke at club property about them, he got his GQ new, and it died within 3 mths the first time, then 8 mths, then he gave up, bought a $5 watch from the markets, double sided tape, and its still going.

Post by **Screwy** » Sat Dec 25, 2004 5:26 pm

Thanks MARK2 and othere for the info.
might go out and fix it tomorrow.

cheers

Post by **Screwy** » Sun Dec 26, 2004 11:21 pm

FIXED IT

cheers

Post by **80lsy gq** » Mon Dec 27, 2004 5:54 am

my clock makes me late all the time....it comes and goes and when it does work it just adds an hour when it feels like it...might get around to fixin it by next xmas :oops:

.....

Post by **bilby** » Mon Dec 27, 2004 6:14 pm

nope my clock works fine just is a bit dull when u fire it up every now and then but thats it . had it 3yrs now ~~~ 90 , lwb wagon with the stabalizer release bar ?? :roll:

damn missus and kids stopping me buying more toys

Post by **Screwy** » Mon Dec 27, 2004 9:51 pm

bilby wrote:nope my clock works fine just is a bit dull when u fire it up every now and then but thats it . had it 3yrs now ~~~ 90 , lwb wagon with the stabalizer release bar ??
damn missus and kids stopping me buying more toys

Mine has the stabaliser release bar, auto areal, factory rear diff lock etc.
and the clock failed. Its fixed now

Not sure wat model i have though.. DX,ST,TI.......
doesnt have leather but it fully carpeted etc...

screwy

Post by **bilby** » Mon Dec 27, 2004 11:44 pm

screwy mine is fully carpeted too dont have a clue what model it is either ?? no factory diff lock thou ! think its a ST not sure

Post by **Screwy** » Tue Dec 28, 2004 10:51 am

bilby wrote:screwy mine is fully carpeted too dont have a clue what model it is either ?? no factory diff lock thou ! think its a ST not sure

maybe put up a post and ask the question???

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