Starting the dashboard clock

[SamiA]

What I've just learnt is that the clock in my car (3,0 CSI 1973) which does not run, needs some kind of a voltage boost to start running. I should by pass the battery temporarily by a power source and start increasing the voltage up to 15-16VDC and the clock should start. After it has started the power source can be disconnected and the clock should stay running. Excellent, I need to try that.

Now, the clock seems to be quartz clock from VDO. I happen to own also a Karmann Ghia from 1974 which clock does not run either. The clock is also quartz made by VDO. So, does anyone know if it is common to all VDO quartz clock of that era to need a kick start?

 

[HB Chris]

Please share where you learned that the extra voltage will start a clock.

 

[Arde]

If it is doesn't work with Volts, use more Volts.

From Maxwell's equations, I think the 3rd equation.

Please share where you learned that the extra voltage will start a clock.

 

[adawil2002]

Do the German tune up & "roll the fuses",adjust the time then flick the glass like an aviator.

 

[jmackro]

From Maxwell's equations, I think the 3rd equation.

That would explain why Maxwell was notoriously late before formulating his 3rd equation.

Do the German tune up & "roll the fuses",adjust the time then flick the glass like an aviator.

And then send it out for a rebuild

 

[SamiA]

The instruction to start the clock by increased voltage was found from the papers that I received with the car. The instruction was hand written. So I did confirm the instruction with the previous previous owner, who confirmed it.
I have not yet tried that, I'm missing an adjustable power source.
Your doubt is justified. Hopefully I've not delivered any misinformation.
Note that it is rather common in nordic countries to store the "summer car" during the winter months. And it is common to disconnect the battery for storage period. Thus the instruction do sound understandable to me.

 

[Wes]

Hook it up the mains in your garage, that should give it a good jolt.

*legal disclaimer, just kidding. Please don't actually do this....