Caseback Gasket

[danielv2000]

Let me preface this by saying I have never risked doing any sort of repairs on my watches other than tightening a loose rotor or changing an insert.

Today, I opened one my new purchases and noticed that the gasket was not inside the groove. As much as I tried, it's simply "stretched out" and won't go back in.

My questions are:

1. Am I correct in my assumption that it needs to be changed? It looks in great condition but won't fit in.

2. What's the best source for a replacement?

Thank you

[alligoat]

What model of watch do you have?

Ebay is the place to find the Rolex gaskets, or you can get them from watch supply stores.

[danielv2000]

It's a Phong 5514 case.

Thanks

[alligoat]

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Case-Back-Gasket-to-Fit-Rolex-GMT-Submariner-29-325-10-/300739774929?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item46057cc9d1

 

This gasket is for your 5514 caseback

 

WSO sells them in packs 10 or 12 also but don't give you the Rolex part #. 

[BradBMW]

What do you all recommend to apply to the gasket? Some sort of light oil?

[alligoat]

silicone grease- light coat. 

[omgiv]

You can use a speed lubricator that has two foam pads impregnated with silicone grease. Just throw the gasket in and give it a twist.

Some also use fomblin to lubricate gaskets and well as the case threads.

[danielv2000]

You can use a speed lubricator that has two foam pads impregnated with silicone grease. Just throw the gasket in and give it a twist.

Some also use fomblin to lubricate gaskets and well as the case threads.

I have looked for these. Where do you find it?

Thanks

[dbane883]

Pretty expensive:

http://www.ebay.ca/itm/231204790726

[omgiv]

You can find them in watch material houses, eBay, or amazon. I bought one from amazon but the silicon is way too sticky. I bought one from one of the material houses and it was this exact one:

http://aeroconsystems.com/cart/o-ring-speed-lubricators/model-2.5-747-speed-lubricator/

It works well but will dry out over time. If you don't need it often, you are better off with a sealed tube or tub of silicon.

[danielv2000]

Thanks, I ordered the $4 one. I figure I will keep it in a ziplock bag after using it!

[kbh]

Try lubricating it up real good and putting it in the freezer to chill it. Maybe it'll shrink up enough to fit and stay in place.