Akira Posted August 8, 2011 Report Posted August 8, 2011 Today I finally found the time to upload the pics I made from my Daytona 6263. It's a DW Val23 version I bought off Silverspeed. Beautiful watch and comfortable size I ain't the best photographer and don't have the best cam or equipment unfortunately ..... ......but I'm quite happy with the results Well, at least with some shots. Feedback welcome Thanks for looking Akira
lhooq Posted August 8, 2011 Report Posted August 8, 2011 Congrats, Akira! It's a beautiful example! If you're thinking about upgrades, I would start with a genuine Tropic 21. Then follow that up with a different bracelet: Even a Yuki 7835 would be a big improvement over DW's. (The clasp on the coronet ruins my day.) Also, a genuine 703 crown would make the whole watch look and feel much better.
danielv2000 Posted August 8, 2011 Report Posted August 8, 2011 (edited) that's a nice watch and some nice photos. Enjoy Edited August 8, 2011 by danielv2000
Akira Posted August 8, 2011 Author Report Posted August 8, 2011 Congrats, Akira! It's a beautiful example! If you're thinking about upgrades, I would start with a genuine Tropic 21. Then follow that up with a different bracelet: Even a Yuki 7835 would be a big improvement over DW's. (The clasp on the coronet ruins my day.) Also, a genuine 703 crown would make the whole watch look and feel much better. Does a gen 21 plexi and gen 703 crown fit without modification?
dutchguy2 Posted August 8, 2011 Report Posted August 8, 2011 Nice watch. The plexi will probably fit without modifications. The crown will need a new tube.
dieselpower Posted August 8, 2011 Report Posted August 8, 2011 Lovely looking piece. I Couldn't agree more with LHOOQ. Get yourself a gen folded link bracelet and a gen tube and crown and then, you will really have something.
lhooq Posted August 9, 2011 Report Posted August 9, 2011 Does a gen 21 plexi and gen 703 crown fit without modification? I used an aftermarket tube with a genuine crown. To fit a gen or gen-sized crystal, you'll need to sand the inner diameter of the bezel by around 0.2-0.3mm, if I recall correctly.
Akira Posted August 9, 2011 Author Report Posted August 9, 2011 I used an aftermarket tube with a genuine crown. To fit a gen or gen-sized crystal, you'll need to sand the inner diameter of the bezel by around 0.2-0.3mm, if I recall correctly. Well, I mess up the keyless works everytime so I won't be modding anything myself. Would you kindly advise which aftermarket tube you bought? Maybe after I finished the 1675 Franken project, I may have time and money to search parts for the 6263. Thanks a lot for the info guys
Akira Posted August 23, 2011 Author Report Posted August 23, 2011 J&K tropic 21 was bought as well as a 703 crown And a Yuki 24-7030 tube Next thing will be a nice bracelet and maybe a bund strap. Thanks for your feedback
alligoat Posted August 23, 2011 Report Posted August 23, 2011 Like LHOOQ says, even with the J&K crystal, you'll have to sand the inside of the bezel because the crystal is correct, but DW's crystal and bezel are a little too small on the OD of the crystal and the ID of the bezel- chinese engineering. The yuki tube and 703 crown should be fine, but it's always a good idea to run the 3.0mm x .35mm tap thru the case hole before you try to screw in the tube. You also need the case tube wrench for installing the case tube- just another $35 tool, kinda like the tap (unless you can find the tap for less at a machine parts distributor.
Akira Posted August 24, 2011 Author Report Posted August 24, 2011 Hey alligoat, thanks for you input....but I did not understand a word Honestly I did not even think about how to mount this parts...I just bought them. I have a couple of tools, but not really a clue how to use them. Do you think those mods are possible without much modding experience? Cheers Akira
woof* Posted August 24, 2011 Report Posted August 24, 2011 Looks like you've got a great watch and your off to a good start modding!
Ephry73 Posted August 24, 2011 Report Posted August 24, 2011 Akira, When I get the tube taps I will take pictures(Hopefully this weekend) I am working on installing similar parts to a case similar to yours, though your watch is way better looking. You can definitely do this if you're careful. Measure twice,or thrice, and cut once sort of speak. The crystal you can always do last. Make sure all sealing surfaces are cleaned and lubed where possible and install the crown and bracelet.You will be alright. E
Akira Posted August 24, 2011 Author Report Posted August 24, 2011 Akira, When I get the tube taps I will take pictures(Hopefully this weekend) I am working on installing similar parts to a case similar to yours, though your watch is way better looking. Very nice of you I'd love to see the pics.
Ephry73 Posted August 24, 2011 Report Posted August 24, 2011 No problem, that is what this forum is all about. E
Morganwell Posted August 25, 2011 Report Posted August 25, 2011 Awesome watch! The design of dial looks great and the combination of colors looks pretty good. Congrates for having this beautiful watch. I really looking forward to getting mine. Thanks for sharing with us.
Akira Posted August 28, 2011 Author Report Posted August 28, 2011 Hello fellow Daytona lovers Gen crown, Yuki tube and J&K crystal arrived. So I thought "Well, what the heck...open it up and take a look." So I did Next step. The thing I am afraid of the most Messing up the keyless... ...but I hope not this time Remove dial and movement from the case Remove bezel and tropic J&K tropic looks excellent So here I am....I need your help I guess the topic will fit the case plexi ring without mods. The inner bezelring needs to me sanded a little...ok. I have no experience in removing and replacing the tube, nor do I have the tools So which tools would I need? Or...who can change the tube for me and how much would it cost? I'm located in Germany Lemme know what you guys think Cheers Akira
Akira Posted August 31, 2011 Author Report Posted August 31, 2011 And here is the update. After hours of sanding, fitting, sanding, pressing, sanding and fitting again....I managed to make the T21 fit the bezel Great success for a newbie like myself The new plexi really is an improvement to DW's...due the process I managed to get some authentic dings and scratches in the plexi So doesn't look that new afterall Next step is the crown/tube. Does anyone know if DW's tubes are threaded in? Cheers Akira
lhooq Posted August 31, 2011 Report Posted August 31, 2011 Great job on the bezel! The crystal looks pretty good from here. I don't have any direct experience in replacing the tube, but I'm pretty sure it DW's has threads.
Akira Posted August 31, 2011 Author Report Posted August 31, 2011 Different screwdriver did the job...who would have thought? So now is there a tutorial how to get in the Yuki tube? Thanks Akira Different screwdriver did the job...who would have thought? So now is there a tutorial how to get in the Yuki tube? Thanks Akira
FxrAndy Posted August 31, 2011 Report Posted August 31, 2011 yoiu need the rolex tube key, the threads look a little different between the two so it may be a case of chasing them through with a tap and then installing the tube and crown.
Ephry73 Posted September 1, 2011 Report Posted September 1, 2011 Looks really good Akira. Hey, if you are not planning on using the old tube and crown, I will buy those from you for a project. Unfortunately I have not been able to get the pusher install as I got dicked with a set of pushers. The watch is coming out awesome. Don't forget to brush finish the edge of the bezel as per LHOOQ's thread. E
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