DIY: Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion

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Old 11-19-2009, 04:45 PM
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The idea is right. Here is a shot of my setup. You can magnify the image.

http://picasaweb.google.com/evolvah/...85679839845298
 
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Alright, will do.......thanks a lot evolver
 
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Old 11-30-2009, 11:53 AM
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Just did this conversion on my 2003 sedan.....very easy and fun to do. I used a switch, so I can easily switch between the two (F and C). Ill post a pic or two, just for fun
DIY: Fahrenheit to Celsius Conversion-g35tempreadout.jpg
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Old 11-30-2009, 12:01 PM
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^ nice job with the switch.
 
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Old 11-30-2009, 01:21 PM
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hehe, thanks man
 
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Hi i want to do this mod, but I'm just a little confused about the connecting wire that runs between the two black wires. where do i get that wire from?
 
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^ Radio Shack, Home Depot, Lowe's?

I used a splicer from Lowe's. See the post #31 in this thread.
 
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Old 01-26-2010, 03:02 PM
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OK. i think I might try that, but how do you connect the two wires with that splicer? sorry I've never done anything like this and don't wanna screw it up.
 
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Old 01-26-2010, 03:06 PM
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1. Put the wires through it making sure they are properly aligned.
2. Use pliers to push the aluminum slider into the splicer.
3. Close the clamp.

Done.
 
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Old 01-26-2010, 03:12 PM
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OK. so if i use the splicer do i not have to use the soldering iron to connect the two wires?
 
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Correct.
 
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Old 01-26-2010, 03:18 PM
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OK thanks for your help. i think I'll try connecting the wires using the splicer.
 
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Old 01-26-2010, 03:20 PM
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Good luck!

And remember that the trickiest part is putting the clock bezel back in place. I highly recommend what somebody else suggested in this thread--put the two pieces together before inserting them. If you try to do it one by one, they would not align well...
 
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Old 01-27-2010, 07:38 PM
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Just wanted to share my success with this mod. it was surprisingly easy as everyone had mentioned especially for someone who has no prior expereince with soldering. i highly recommend this to all my fellow Canadians who imported a G from the states or anyone else who wants Celsius temperature to display!

much thanks to the one who created the DIY and everyone else for their comments and tips.


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Old 01-28-2010, 01:11 AM
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Just did this today! Wicked easy. Thanks!
 


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