I previously wrote to the List about this problem but want to try once  more.

I had a local radio installation shop do some minor electrical work on  my
Vanagon. They installed a switch which allows me to turn on/off the
radio/cd/cigarette lighter/XM radio separate from my ignition. I also had all of  this
equipment run off my secondary deep cycle battery. Consequently, I can run
these options at night while I'm reading, sleeping, etc. without worry that the
primary battery might be run down.

Unfortunately, the repair person somehow disconnected my clock while doing
this repair. He refused to accept responsibility for this error and I have been
 unable to get the clock running. The light for the clock does work. I am not
an  electrician although I have done several electrical repairs and lighting
additions to the Vanagon. Thus, I have some experience and can follow
instructions.

However, I am at a loss as to what may account for the clocks failure to  run
--- or even appear in the clock window. The clock is still present in its
correct position but, because it does not illuminate, appears to be absent when
you look at the dash opening intended for the clock. What you see is an
illuminated green but blank space.

If all else fails, I may have to hire this work but I am very reluctant to
hire further electrical work both because of the cost and because of this
experience.

You have helped me through many problems and I hope you can help me solve
this one. BTW, I have researched past postings regarding clock problems without
success in solving this problem.

Please consider your experiences repairing clock problems and their  possible
relevance to this situation. Any and all suggestions will be  appreciated.

Regards,
Dan Roberts