Broken Clock Adjuster Tip on Cluster Unit

[wzf18r]

I have broken the clock adjuster tip, part of the tip of the plastic rod is still insdie the broken nob, I try to glue the broken part back to the plastic rod and it would stick together, I beleive I need to replace the plastic rob and the nob completely, Do anyone have any idea how I can fix this problem?

Thanks

[jkish]

I had this same thing happen on my 02 Cab. The dealer said that there wasn't a part to fix the problem so they ordered a new cluster. In my case, it was under warranty so it wasn't too painful.

[charlesl]

Thomas,

I had the same thing happen on my Boxster S. I caught the knob with the end of a cleaning towel and snapped it off flush.

It can't be glued. I tried. Also, the post can't be ordered separately from Porsche. HOWEVER! It is a replacable part.

Here's the trick: You need to talk to one of the mechanics at your local dealer. Whenever they swap out a bad cluster, they'll often take them apart and keep the parts that are still good. My mechanic had a whole bag full of these plastic posts. He just gave me one. I then just gave him $10 for being such a great help!

I have photos of the disassembly and reassembly process if you need them. It's fairly obvious. Just take the console off the car and then remove the instrument cluster. The cluster comes apart in two halves and the posts will be right there. Just pull the old one out and put in a new one.

Hope this helps!

-Charles

[Tool Pants]

The knob stem on a new style cluster is easy to replace, if you can find a used one.

As stated, Porsche does not sell the stem, but does sell the knobs, but you should be able to figure out how to get the broken stem out of your knob.

You can see the stems to the left of the knobs in this picture.

[Kim]

I have broken the clock adjuster tip, part of the tip of the plastic rod is still insdie the broken nob, I try to glue the broken part back to the plastic rod and it would stick together, I beleive I need to replace the plastic rob and the nob completely, Do anyone have any idea how I can fix this problem?

Thanks

One more possible solution for you to consider:

I have bought 2 complete instrument clusters on ebay .... ranging in price from $20 to $30. In each case, they were accurately described as being non-functioning and/or non-guaranteed. However, a little tinkering turned them into really cool night lights / wall clocks for my grandsons' rooms.

Both came with the knobs & stems under discussion here.

Kim

2000 Cab

[lfe]

I have broken the clock adjuster tip, part of the tip of the plastic rod is still insdie the broken nob, I try to glue the broken part back to the plastic rod and it would stick together, I beleive I need to replace the plastic rob and the nob completely, Do anyone have any idea how I can fix this problem?

Thanks

One more possible solution for you to consider:

I have bought 2 complete instrument clusters on ebay .... ranging in price from $20 to $30. In each case, they were accurately described as being non-functioning and/or non-guaranteed. However, a little tinkering turned them into really cool night lights / wall clocks for my grandsons' rooms.

Both came with the knobs & stems under discussion here.

Kim

2000 Cab

Kim, do you still have any of the stems in question. I need one.

Thx, Larry

[Tool Pants]

Update.

Guy in Canada had a mould made using an undamaged oem stem. So now you can buy replacement stems.

Top is the oem. Bottom is the replacement.

[liberatod]

Update.

Guy in Canada had a mould made using an undamaged oem stem. So now you can buy replacement stems.

Top is the oem. Bottom is the replacement.

Could you please post the contact name of this guy in Canada? I have broken one and was not able to find this part on the market.

Thanks

Liberato

Edited June 19, 2008 by liberatod

[liberatod]

Update.

Guy in Canada had a mould made using an undamaged oem stem. So now you can buy replacement stems.

Top is the oem. Bottom is the replacement.

Could you please post the contact name of this guy in Canada? I have broken one and was not able to find this part on the market.

Thanks

Liberato

Many Thanks to Tool Pants for his precious help to get my issue fixed.

Liberatod

Edited June 26, 2008 by liberatod

[brian2034]

Hi guys

I'm the guy in "Canada" with the replacement shafts for the instrument clusters!!!!

I posted pictures and information of the cluster shafts on the 986 forum, if anyone would like additional information or interested in purchasing you can email me at

brianp@nfld.com

price is $39.95 each shipping included

Edited September 14, 2011 by brian2034

[brian2034]

Liberato

Let me know how the shafts work for you!!

If you need help or information on the installation let me know and I will send you a couple of web site links with pictures and a email with hints and tips from the installations I've completed

Brian Parsons

[brian2034]

Update.

Guy in Canada had a mould made using an undamaged oem stem. So now you can buy replacement stems.

Top is the oem. Bottom is the replacement.

Thank you again Tool Pants!!! :)

[liberatod]

Liberato

Let me know how the shafts work for you!!

If you need help or information on the installation let me know and I will send you a couple of web site links with pictures and a email with hints and tips from the installations I've completed

Brian Parsons

Hi Brian,

I replaced the broken shafts with the two new ones you sent me.

Your shafts are working very well and are exactly the same as the original ones

(CONGRATULATION FOR THE EXCELLENT WORK DONE as I saved 2500 USD).

I noticed also that yours are more flexible than the original ones that are very rigid with high risk to break….

I strongly recommend to buy the shafts made by Brian for 25 USD

Liberato

Edited August 11, 2008 by liberatod