Aramis2288 6,317 Posted March 27, 2021 Hi all, While browsing through endless threads regarding modding the subs I did not find the definitive answer to my particular question so I thought I am gonna kick-off a small thread. If I happened to miss something obvious then my apologies in advance, I am new to topic of modding reps. I know that ZZF submariners do accept gen Xtal. What I am trying to confirm is whether the ZZF v2s submariner accepts the gen Xtal with a gen crystal gasket? Or are there any known gasket fitment issues? (I think there were some reps which could take the gen crystal but with a rep factory gasket which could potentially lead to a mess if it got damaged during the swap). Also, I am assuming that the movement version the rep came with (for v2s it's Asian ETA clone vs Rolex 3135 movement clone) do not impact in any way the dimensions of the external parts (case, gasket, Xtall), correct? Regards,A Sent from my LYA-L29 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ziggymarly 40 Posted June 15, 2021 Should be fine as gen spec as far as I’m aware. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,317 Posted June 15, 2021 10 minutes ago, Ziggymarly said: Should be fine as gen spec as far as I’m aware. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Thx mate. I've actually moved away from the idea of swapping Xtal on ZZF V2s and moved for VSF 116010LV considering further going Franken project. ZZF V2S will be hitting M2M soon, I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ziggymarly 40 Posted June 15, 2021 Probably better idea. Crystal on vsf is decent and insert probably better Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,317 Posted June 15, 2021 (edited) Yeah, it is not a day and night difference IMO, but indeed there is a difference. If it is about the VSF Xtal I think it really good for a rep, the only thing which bugs me a tiny bit is the RGB reflections on the cyclops in certain light conditions. I am still deciding on whether I can be arsed to spend 300 quids on a gen xtal + mounting and most likely the answer is nope. Edited June 15, 2021 by Aramis2288 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,889 Posted June 15, 2021 Rather do the date wheel if I’m honest, the latest crystals are all pretty good Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,317 Posted June 15, 2021 Rather do the date wheel if I’m honest, the latest crystals are all pretty goodI've seen a bunch of comparisons of the DW font between VSF and gen on RWI and it actually looks quite spot on.Sent from my LYA-L29 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5teve 112 Posted June 15, 2021 (edited) 9 minutes ago, Aramis2288 said: I've seen a bunch of comparisons of the DW font between VSF and gen on RWI and it actually looks quite spot on. Sent from my LYA-L29 using Tapatalk Any tips for lining date wheels up as I find it hard work. Edited June 15, 2021 by 5teve spelling Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,317 Posted June 15, 2021 3 minutes ago, 5teve said: Any tips for lining date wheels up as I find it hard work. Do you mean your DW is not centered? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,889 Posted June 15, 2021 15 minutes ago, 5teve said: Any tips for lining date wheels up as I find it hard work. You mean for using a DWO ( date wheel overlay) on an eta 28** movement? there is a tool you can have 3D printed to help when doing alignment. Don’t be put off by it being uploaded by some plonker called @Glaude it actually works well… unlike him…. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3040962 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
5teve 112 Posted June 15, 2021 7 minutes ago, deju said: You mean for using a DWO ( date wheel overlay) on an eta 28** movement? there is a tool you can have 3D printed to help when doing alignment. Don’t be put off by it being uploaded by some plonker called @Glaude it actually works well… unlike him…. https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:3040962 Yes sorry I should have been clearer.I have only used dial dots as I'm not confident of the alignment staying true,I seem to have it right, run it through 24hrs multiple times, it looks good.Build it back up and its slightly off.I'm not up on 3d printing but my neighbour has one, does that link provide what he would need to print one?Or can I buy one from somewhere?Thanks for your reply. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,889 Posted June 15, 2021 21 minutes ago, 5teve said: Yes sorry I should have been clearer.I have only used dial dots as I'm not confident of the alignment staying true,I seem to have it right, run it through 24hrs multiple times, it looks good.Build it back up and its slightly off.I'm not up on 3d printing but my neighbour has one, does that link provide what he would need to print one?Or can I buy one from somewhere?Thanks for your reply. Give him the link and he will be able to download the plans to print Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
banditeleven2 0 Posted June 28, 2021 My vote would be on date wheel also, crystal is quite good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aramis2288 6,317 Posted June 28, 2021 My vote would be on date wheel also, crystal is quite good.Well, no more plans for modding. The watch is on sales already.Sent from my LYA-L29 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
