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GQ clock
Posted: Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:00 pm
by Paps
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.
Posted: Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:13 pm
by bazzle
Remove
Resolder all connections
replace
Should fix the common faults they get
Bazzle
Posted: Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:36 pm
by shortgq
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....
Posted: Sun Nov 14, 2004 4:38 pm
by blkmav
That's about the only standard fault my Mav doesn't have.
Just had the odometer/trip meter fixed.
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2004 9:48 am
by Dirty Dave
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!!!
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2004 10:07 am
by blkmav
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
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2004 12:25 pm
by HeathGQ
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.
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2004 2:53 pm
by slacker
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.
Posted: Mon Nov 15, 2004 9:18 pm
by Bingham
probly be cheaper to buy a watch,
i did mines stuffed also
Bingham
Posted: Fri Dec 24, 2004 10:11 pm
by Screwy
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
Posted: Fri Dec 24, 2004 10:24 pm
by bogged
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!
Posted: Fri Dec 24, 2004 11:28 pm
by Screwy
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
Posted: Fri Dec 24, 2004 11:35 pm
by bogged
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!
Posted: Fri Dec 24, 2004 11:44 pm
by Screwy
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
Posted: Sat Dec 25, 2004 1:43 pm
by Mark2
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.
Posted: Sat Dec 25, 2004 2:35 pm
by bogged
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.
Posted: Sat Dec 25, 2004 5:26 pm
by Screwy
Thanks MARK2 and othere for the info.
might go out and fix it tomorrow.
cheers
Posted: Sun Dec 26, 2004 11:21 pm
by Screwy
Posted: Mon Dec 27, 2004 5:54 am
by 80lsy gq
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
.....
Posted: Mon Dec 27, 2004 6:14 pm
by bilby
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
Posted: Mon Dec 27, 2004 9:51 pm
by Screwy
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
Posted: Mon Dec 27, 2004 11:44 pm
by bilby
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
Posted: Tue Dec 28, 2004 10:51 am
by Screwy
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???