Yachtmaster won't run

[Dan308]

Hey guys I need some help. I have a 5 year old Yachtmaster that will not run reliably. I wear this about 3 times a week and have it on the winder when not on the wrist. Now it will not run. I took the back off and it is a 2836-2 movement. Do you think it can be fixed cheaply? Would it be worth it? should I buy a new one? I'd really like to hear some opinions.

[sneed12]

You can either have it serviced or drop in a new movement. Either can be done for $100 or less.

[Dan308]

where is the best place to get the new movement? Could an idiot like me install it? LOL

[sander]

  On 5/24/2011 at 2:14 PM, Dan308 said:

where is the best place to get the new movement? Could an idiot like me install it? LOL

No sorry man, I don't think you can.

If you ask the question "my stopped, what should I do?" you certainly can't install a new movement.

I would have it serviced if I were you.

[Dan308]

I think having it serviced at a repair shop would present 2 problems. One being the cost, probably $100. I could buy a new one for about $280. The other being it's not a real Yachtmaster, they might not like to repair clones.

I was looking for a quick drop in replacement on the cheap since this is really a watch that is worn.

[DemonSlayer]

I would get it serviced over buying a new movement, you will have to pay a watchmaker to install the movement anyway (unless you are skilled enough to do it yourself).

[Dan308]

I just took the movement out of a non working watch I had. I had no problem. Where to get a 2836-3 or a 2813-2 movement?