sconehead 5 Posted June 7, 2011 I mentioned in the SB last night that I’d modded the clasp of my Ploplop. The diver’s extension has habit of slipping and is a well documented fault on the forums. Various methods have been used in correcting this fault by others, ranging from filing the teeth, using springs out of spring bars ‘doubled up’ inside the originals, using thin strips of rubber as spacers and replacing the inadequate originals with a flint spring from a disposable lighter. I chose to use the latter to solve the problem. First thing to do, press in the ‘PUSH’ tab and slide out the extension as far as it’ll go... With the clasp and extension held in each hand respectively between forefinger and thumb and whilst still pressing the ‘PUSH’ tab, exert outward pressure in the direction shown below... ...and pull apart. You have to pull fairly hard to separate the clasp from the extension, it’s not fragile, so no need to be too gentle with it. Here’s what the extension looks like when separated... Here’s a close up of the teeth which some have filed to a more defined, sharper profile to prevent slippage... Also, notice the hole above these teeth, these holes contain screws which hold the ‘PUSH’ tab in position whilst also allowing it some movement to engage and disengage the teeth of the clasp and the extension. Here’s a pic showing the screw head a bit more clearly... Remove the screws (one each side), and the extension can now be disassembled... Now, get yourself a cheap disposable lighter and remove the flint spring... The flint spring is larger in diameter than the originals, don’t worry, it’ll still fit in the tab holes nice and snug. Now take a suitable pair of end cutters or in this case nail clippers (I used these cheapies out of a Christmas cracker ) Then snip the spring approx. 3-4mm longer than the originals... Place the two new springs into their relevant holes in the extension, place the ‘PUSH ‘ tab in position, push it down and screw in the retaining screws. Once reassembled, check that it’s functioning correctly...it should be firmer now. Note this small tab on the opposite side of the extension. It’s spring loaded and vital to getting everything back together, for reference we’ll name it the ‘nipple’ tab... Offer up the clasp and extension, press the ‘PUSH’ tab and while pressing, push them into each other using the same forefinger and thumb method as when pulling apart but ensuring it goes in evenly on both sides. The extension will only push in so far, push in the ‘nipple’ tab, push the clasp and extension together an rejoice in the satisfying ‘click’ of your modded clasp as it goes back together. The whole thing took me about 30 minutes to do and that was taking pics along the way. The extension no longer slips, has a satisfying 'click' when adjusting and in this case, required no filing of the teeth. If you can use a screwdriver, some clippers and for the myopic amongst us, have some way of magnifying enough to see a couple of small screws this is an easy peazy mod... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dingle 57 Posted June 7, 2011 redneck moddin' well done Scone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ska 11 Posted June 7, 2011 GREAT tuto mate, absolutely 1st class!!! When I get my plop this will be the 1st thing I do after re-luming it. Might do it to Kink's too. Even though its not exactly the model of perfect function, it still amazes me how much detail some of the factories are going in to nowadays. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,743 Posted June 7, 2011 (edited) Thnx Sconey for the wonderful tutorial and thts y im given u my way of approval to any post, from now on +0.5 with another +0.5 Edited June 7, 2011 by nunu78 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted June 7, 2011 thank you, my friend. I will post pics of when I fuck it up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MikeMcNair 0 Posted June 8, 2011 i honestly hate this watch, but LOVE THIS MOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! well done sir, i love the execution!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Balad1 0 Posted June 8, 2011 First class tutorial, thank you. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KeNnY 29 Posted June 8, 2011 Scone amazing tutorial ! I was searching for one, but the images were deleted For all those V1 users of Ploprof, easier to mod your Ploprof V1 claps are as follows Create a nice "pillow" of jewellers epoxy (I used VIGORS) and keep it to dry, and it works amazingly well ! Your claps will no longer slipper by them self ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted June 8, 2011 Nice mod, Sconey! Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mspangl 0 Posted February 21, 2012 WORKS ! Many Thanks Monkey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warren 0 Posted July 29, 2012 I mentioned in the SB last night that I’d modded the clasp of my Ploplop. The diver’s extension has habit of slipping and is a well documented fault on the forums. Various methods have been used in correcting this fault by others, ranging from filing the teeth, using springs out of spring bars ‘doubled up’ inside the originals, using thin strips of rubber as spacers and replacing the inadequate originals with a flint spring from a disposable lighter. I chose to use the latter to solve the problem. First thing to do, press in the ‘PUSH’ tab and slide out the extension as far as it’ll go... With the clasp and extension held in each hand respectively between forefinger and thumb and whilst still pressing the ‘PUSH’ tab, exert outward pressure in the direction shown below... ...and pull apart. You have to pull fairly hard to separate the clasp from the extension, it’s not fragile, so no need to be too gentle with it. Here’s what the extension looks like when separated... Here’s a close up of the teeth which some have filed to a more defined, sharper profile to prevent slippage... Also, notice the hole above these teeth, these holes contain screws which hold the ‘PUSH’ tab in position whilst also allowing it some movement to engage and disengage the teeth of the clasp and the extension. Here’s a pic showing the screw head a bit more clearly... Remove the screws (one each side), and the extension can now be disassembled... Now, get yourself a cheap disposable lighter and remove the flint spring... The flint spring is larger in diameter than the originals, don’t worry, it’ll still fit in the tab holes nice and snug. Now take a suitable pair of end cutters or in this case nail clippers (I used these cheapies out of a Christmas cracker ) Then snip the spring approx. 3-4mm longer than the originals... Place the two new springs into their relevant holes in the extension, place the ‘PUSH ‘ tab in position, push it down and screw in the retaining screws. Once reassembled, check that it’s functioning correctly...it should be firmer now. Note this small tab on the opposite side of the extension. It’s spring loaded and vital to getting everything back together, for reference we’ll name it the ‘nipple’ tab... Offer up the clasp and extension, press the ‘PUSH’ tab and while pressing, push them into each other using the same forefinger and thumb method as when pulling apart but ensuring it goes in evenly on both sides. The extension will only push in so far, push in the ‘nipple’ tab, push the clasp and extension together an rejoice in the satisfying ‘click’ of your modded clasp as it goes back together. The whole thing took me about 30 minutes to do and that was taking pics along the way. The extension no longer slips, has a satisfying 'click' when adjusting and in this case, required no filing of the teeth. If you can use a screwdriver, some clippers and for the myopic amongst us, have some way of magnifying enough to see a couple of small screws this is an easy peazy mod... You are a God amongst men! Just performed the mod and it's made me a very happy man! Loved this watch but hated the clasp. Made it almost impossible to wear. Ploprof is my new best friend. Many thanks Warren Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bobbylah 135 Posted August 8, 2012 Sweet! My ploppy is on the way and this was one of my concerns. Then just test for waterproof and pool here I come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bertram 0 Posted December 23, 2012 This is a great mod! I just did it and I also used a small file to modify the teeth on the slide to have more bite to them. It worked great! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
twofake 0 Posted September 26, 2013 Love your work! Thanks for sharing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frankt8242 1 Posted September 27, 2013 Here's an even easier fix: Just superglue a thin sliver to the area shown...It'll work...Trust me!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
r55 0 Posted June 9, 2014 Great instructions! Instead of replacing the springs I added thin springs of the same length from a springbar within the original ones. The double spring power results in satisfying clicks. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
