Nanuq Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 OK, my package of 2 inserts arrived and I began the task of installing one into the bezel of the Big Gonzo. It didn't go well, good thing I ordered two. Here's the results of my first attempt. Any guidelines to help me not ruin the next one as I attempt to install it? It's a *cough* tight fit. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
droptopman Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 @nanuq, please tell me you threw your body on top of the big gonzo to save it from the blast. Talk about collateral damage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 Someone suggested I try a little heat to help with the install. Didn't work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackflash Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 What went wrong? I usually need to shave a little off the outer edge and the underside for a decent fit on my 5513s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyB Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 For at least 12 hours prior to installation, more depending on the individual, do not, under any circumstances, consume beer and chilli. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmb Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 You didn't start a tundra fire, did you!!?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbane883 Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 only apply pressure to the outside of the insert.. are you using a 6538 MQ bezel with the big gonzo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 6, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 Yep, I've got both the MQ and Phong bezel, and no matter how hard I press I cannot click the thing into place. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr There will be suffering in Asgard!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbane883 Posted May 6, 2015 Report Share Posted May 6, 2015 interesting... I actually find the phong and MQ bezels a hair too wide for gen inserts.. so my guess is that the OD of the Yuki's are slightly wide... if you have a caliper, measure the OD.. It should be around 36.55mm. If its 37.00+, then it will require some trimming. Alternatively, you could slighlty bend the inside of the insert higher, so that the insert becomes more "conical". As a result, the OD will become slightly narrower and might fit then. If that doesnt work, fall back to Option A and trim it slightly... you might have to trim both the OD as well as the bottom to top thickness but sliding it flat on some 800-1200 grit paper. Rather you mod the rep insert than one of your bezels. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam007 Posted May 7, 2015 Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 (edited) I don't know about Yuki, but gen insert on gen bezel = you need a press. I Tried for about an hour before my thumbs went numb, then took it to a watchmaker near my work. Oh and my sad story about presses.... lesson learned:http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=409250 Oh and Dbane called me an idiot for ruining my insert.... Edited May 7, 2015 by pam007 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbh Posted May 7, 2015 Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 The way he installs the insert in this tutorial has always worked for me. Well, 3 times anyway. Might be worth a look. It's all in how you roll that last corner in. http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 Thanks for the suggestions gents, I tried a little pressure last night to click it in place. Now I need a new bezel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachcomber Posted May 7, 2015 Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 The way he installs the insert in this tutorial has always worked for me. Well, 3 times anyway. Might be worth a look. It's all in how you roll that last corner in.http://www.vikbobil.se/bezel.html Thanks for this, I have followed this before and never had a problem, but they were all with gen inserts. Please do not try to press down on the pip as you will destroy it! I know like a fool I destroyed a very nice one. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 7, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 Yeah tell me about it........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dieselpower Posted May 7, 2015 Report Share Posted May 7, 2015 'Nook - I think the problem you have is the combination of heat and pressure combined. Although I appreciate the press you have tried to use I'm afraid it lacks the element of heat to assist in the expansion of the bezel to facilitate the insert. Might I suggest you hop on a plane to China and give this set up a go - I think you will be pleased with the results: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Yeah baby!!! That will do it for sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam007 Posted May 8, 2015 Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 NANUQ .. I just bought this: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Close-Press-Watch-Bezel-Insert-Rubber-Nipper-Tool-For-Rolex-Tudor-/261810891020?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cf525290c I'll let you know if it works or not when I get it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Success! It's not a fattie MkIII but it's not bad. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc33 Posted May 8, 2015 Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Looks great What a nice watch 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pam007 Posted May 8, 2015 Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Looks the part without breaking the bank !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Now I need to find an old gnarly amber pearl. I ruined 6 Athaya pearls last night. Grrrrrrrr Any ideas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cc33 Posted May 8, 2015 Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Only a gen pearl will do imo! Try this maybe he still has it http://www.network54.com/Forum/207673/message/1426806309/FS-+Rolex+Tritium+Pearl+for+Submariner+5512+5513+1680+1665+CHEAP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeyB Posted May 8, 2015 Report Share Posted May 8, 2015 Looks great! For the pearl I've used the drop of 5 minute epoxy with a touch of lume underneath. The natural color is amber. It really turns out nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kime Posted May 19, 2015 Report Share Posted May 19, 2015 So what was the final method that got it to work? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nanuq Posted May 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2015 Kime, it was ugly. There were volcanoes and virgins, and midnight akkevit and axes and anvils. It was horrific. I think it will feature in the next Avengers movie. Just between you and me......... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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