Yes Craig, I did the same with flap wheel due to tight fit.
Incidentally, just like you, I also had the same experience with the battery powered clocks. Worked fine until I changed the battery then kept stopping. Bought another and same experience!

Doug
2011 Plus 4 in Rich Maroon

1972 750 “ComDom” sprinter
1958 Triton 650
1992 Triumph Trophy 900