Cubby hole clock.

[Pestpro77]

an old style non digital clock might be cool

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[MostlySafeBear]

Isn't there also a clock in the instrument panel screen, either on the smaller one or the larger one?

I mean, it's your truck so you can put whatever you want in the slot, but I'd just as soon block the hole off, as it looks super out of place.

 

[Clock Doc]

Being a clockmaker I have to say I like it. Need to do a better job on the case but overall nice idea.
Off to the junk yard to find me a mechanical clock to repair and retrofit!

 

[CenTexMav]

Isn't there also a clock in the instrument panel screen, either on the smaller one or the larger one?

I mean, it's your truck so you can put whatever you want in the slot, but I'd just as soon block the hole off, as it looks super out of place.

I noted on here that I noticed the screen froze (along with the clock) with my Android Auto. Might not be a bad idea for a back up.

 

[CenTexMav]

Being a clockmaker I have to say I like it. Need to do a better job on the case but overall nice idea.
Off to the junk yard to find me a mechanical clock to repair and retrofit!

I know... The bezel is kinda quick and dirty.. just trying to get it to fit. I will redo the bezel. The top is open so I can turn on the backlight or hit snooze if I use the alarm feature.

I am going to do an analog version too if I find one I like. This is the 3rd filler I have made for the cubby. Kinda fun coming up with ideas.

 

[NJBob]

Etsy has a bunch of these along with other options for that cubby.
https://www.etsy.com/listing/1177124146/

Cool I have looked but never see that perfect.

 

[MostlySafeBear]

I noted on here that I noticed the screen froze (along with the clock) with my Android Auto. Might not be a bad idea for a back up.

Yes, I saw, that's why I specified the instrument panel screen, which is separate. Don't they have a clock display independent of the infotainment screen?

Not sure, but I think I've seen that in some images.

 

[CenTexMav]

Yes, I saw, that's why I specified the instrument panel screen, which is separate. Don't they have independent clock displays?

Not sure, but I think I've seen that in some images.

I think when you are using Android Auto it overides the one in the truck and uses your phone. I didn't realize it did that before I added this clock.

 

[MostlySafeBear]

I think when you are using Android Auto it overides the one in the truck and uses your phone. I didn't realize it did that before I added this clock.

I'd be interested to see that in action, as that sounds like an exceptionally stupid design decision if a crashed screen projection (AA or CP) can override the clock in the vehicle instrument panel by the gauges.

I was under the impression that the time and compass heading in the instrument panel were sent off to the instrument panel from the truck's GPS antenna, not provided by the infotainment system.

To test, I'd set a phone's time manually to a wrong time, connect to the truck, and see if the time in the instrument panel changed to the phone time.

 

[uh50]

The only opinion that matters is your own. It took me way too many years to realize that.

Yeah, I'm so old that I'm not sure my opinion of anything matters too much. And, I'm just too cool to care.

 

[uh50]

Being a clockmaker I have to say I like it. Need to do a better job on the case but overall nice idea.
Off to the junk yard to find me a mechanical clock to repair and retrofit!

Now that is a great idea. I know nothing about mechanical clocks & watches, except I love them. I have several old pocket watches that would be great in the cubby and about the right size.

 

[Bob The Builder]

“I’ve got a fever and the only prescription is more orange thingies on my dash.”

 

[KenC]

 

[CenTexMav]

You would think it was redundant... If Android Auto screen freezes like this did.. that clock doesn't help you.

 

[Clock Doc]

Now that is a great idea. I know nothing about mechanical clocks & watches, except I love them. I have several old pocket watches that would be great in the cubby and about the right size.

Nice thought but the vibration from the vehicle would destroy the works. They aren't built for that kind of punishment. Auto clocks were designed for holding up against vibration and high temp swings. Do a search for restored or new replacement autoclocks you may find one that fits.

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