gioarmani Posted March 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 (edited) Oh one additional question- I don't have a DS but wouldn't spraying the matte spray on the datewheel be a potential cause for concern? I mean...considering you're coating the dial? The date-wheel doesn't come in direct contact with the underside of the dial, so unless I sprayed too thickly, at worst I would have just gotten a scant, inconsequential bit on the date-wheel at 21. Even though the spray isn't quite as tacky/sticky as one would imagine--it's actually a bit more powdery if done properly--after a light spray, make sure to reinsert the stem & wind the days through a full cycle, or if you have the technical skill & don't mind the extra work/step, the dial can be removed for this. I will go back and add a note, just in case. Thanks. EDIT: It appears that I can't edit the tutorial since it's been moved, so hopefully it will still be helpful here. Edited March 22, 2009 by gioarmani Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star69 Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 wow ! great tuto - thanks a lot ! makes me want to get the DSSD Rep but i also would strongly suggest to remove the dial before spraying cheers, Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chubbchubb Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Good to have you back Gio. Great tutorial. If the dial is secured with dialfeet/dialscrews, a modder not comfortable with removing the dial could probably loosen the dialscrews a bit and then insert a sized piece of paper between the bottom of the dial and the movement on the stem side (just underneath the datewindow). That should protect the datewheel from paint. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Fantastic work, both on the watch, and with the review itself, thanks for taking the time to share it Out of curiosity, how durable will the paints be on the insert and caseback? Should they be lasting, or might they need re-applying after a while? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clamul Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 really interesting, i specially like the paint tips. thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FxrAndy Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Gio, do the white gold/stainless lume surrounds now look a bit matt after the spraying, pain in the ass to remove them iknow but would look better with them still gloss, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted March 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Fantastic work, both on the watch, and with the review itself, thanks for taking the time to share it Out of curiosity, how durable will the paints be on the insert and caseback? Should they be lasting, or might they need re-applying after a while? A heat-dried enamel should be permanent. I've already hit this thing with cloth, soap & water, and windex (ammonia) multiple times and no sign of any wear whatsoever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeeJay Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 A heat-dried enamel should be permanent. I've already hit this thing with cloth, soap & water, and windex (ammonia) multiple times and no sign of any wear whatsoever. Fantastic, that's interesting to know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted March 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 (edited) To all my PM'ers, this piece is the latest "best" from Andrew @ Trustytime. Edited March 22, 2009 by gioarmani Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yaron Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Great job, the "painting" of the insert numbers can also be done for the GMT Master IIc ? because the "full ceramic" bezel insert has a weak font. Anybody tried it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hilts Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Fantastic write up! Never done any modding before, but this is such a great tutorial, I'm now keen to get going!! Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted March 22, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Great job, the "painting" of the insert numbers can also be done for the GMT Master IIc ? because the "full ceramic" bezel insert has a weak font. Anybody tried it? Yes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
southcoast68 Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Nice write up, thank you for this, and welcome back. I hope all is good on your end. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikellem Posted March 22, 2009 Report Share Posted March 22, 2009 Very impressive tutorial... Thanks again mate... I knew I missed you for a reason MM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OmegaPOFL Posted March 23, 2009 Report Share Posted March 23, 2009 wow.. that's just amazing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
its_urabus Posted March 23, 2009 Report Share Posted March 23, 2009 it is good to have you back gio... amazing post... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fitmic Posted March 23, 2009 Report Share Posted March 23, 2009 Absolutely fantastic DIY guide! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted March 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2009 FYI, the marine epoxy I used was rated water-proof and could withstand 2000psi of pressure, so I'm going to get it water-proof tested today. We'll see how deep it tests; wish me luck... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted March 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 24, 2009 And the results of the DSSD water test are.... http://www.rwg.cc/members/Good-news-DSSD-t...-so-t94577.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highoeyazmuhudee Posted March 28, 2009 Report Share Posted March 28, 2009 unbelievable ! MASTER of tutorials Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gioarmani Posted March 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted March 28, 2009 Sorry--had to upgrade to Photobucket Pro--tutorial hits crashed my regular account. Pics should be back up now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dizzy Posted March 29, 2009 Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 Good to have you back Gio. Great tutorial. If the dial is secured with dialfeet/dialscrews, a modder not comfortable with removing the dial could probably loosen the dialscrews a bit and then insert a sized piece of paper between the bottom of the dial and the movement on the stem side (just underneath the datewindow). That should protect the datewheel from paint. If you can remove the hands and put them back on then you will be able to remove the dial and reinstall it. removing the dial is MUCH MUCH easier than putting the hands back on IMHO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted March 29, 2009 Report Share Posted March 29, 2009 That is a wonderfull come back Gio. Thanks for your time and efforts. The result is amazing I wish I could do the same to my V3 but don't have your skills Cheers Stephane PS: taking it out of the box right away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephane Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Tought you might like to know: I have lost my pearl on my DeepSea V3 this morning. This is the first pearl I ever lost. You might want to glue yours guys before it happens to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tribal Posted March 30, 2009 Report Share Posted March 30, 2009 Wow great tricks and tips.... Never thought of repainting the Bezel insert and its really a great idea.... The Result speaks for it self... Fantastic.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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