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Old 19 July 2010, 10:32 AM   #1
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YM Mod Part 2

Well friends,as some of you may remember I changed the buckle on my YM to the GMTIIc easylink in the 1st mod thread....If you missed it,here it is!!http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=130832
I would like to add,I'm still loving this change for the comfort factor mostly but also the looks.....Recommended by me!!

Now to the second mod...
I finally got around to changing the caseback to the sapphire back...Although you can't see it when on the wrist,it is fun to check it out when off!!
It does add a little height to the watch,not sure on the exact measurements though..But still sits and fells good on the wrist,as the YM is known for!!!
I ended up doing this myself,after a little wait for the correct tools to do so...Originaly I was planning on having my AD do it but decided on tackling it with my own hands...I'm glad I did although I was a little hesitant to say the least..Very easy following Larry's thread on the topic and a little reading on the net!!
The 3135 movement although not spectacular by any means is a delight to watch and see up close!! A true workhorse...

So without me gabbing anymore,I'll the pics tell the story!!
PS:Sorry the watch is not clean but it does get worn you know...
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:34 AM   #2
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I got to admit...you got "strength"...
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:35 AM   #3
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Nice job Rob.

That case back is from a German watchmaker if I am not mistaken. I was considering one for my Speedy Pro (Hesalite) but I have sold it.
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:45 AM   #4
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I got to admit...you got "strength"...
Thanks Anastasios!!! It wasnt that hard to twist off the caseback though.. I've had it pressure tested and all is well....Even already been for a swim!!
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Nice job Rob.

That case back is from a German watchmaker if I am not mistaken. I was considering one for my Speedy Pro (Hesalite) but I have sold it.
Yep,your right Bill...Thomas Preik,the same guy Larry used in the Daytona caseback thread!!
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:48 AM   #5
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Way to go Rob, a mark of a truely fanatical enthusiast
Looks great, and by the way I've done the same thing to my SubLV and Daytona.
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:50 AM   #6
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Way to go Rob, a mark of a truely fanatical enthusiast
Looks great, and by the way I've done the same thing to my SubLV and Daytona.
Excellent.....I knew you were thinking of doing the Daytona but had no idea on the LV!!!
Fanatical is putting it mildly...
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:54 AM   #7
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Gotta love that clear back. The new claps are much more superior, imo. I think they are solid and sturdy. Great job and great idea.
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Old 19 July 2010, 10:58 AM   #8
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Old 19 July 2010, 11:01 AM   #9
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Outstanding Rob! And congrats!

WHY!?!?!? WHY WHY WHY doesn't Rolex offer a clear caseback as an option?
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Old 19 July 2010, 11:07 AM   #10
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Gotta love that clear back. The new claps are much more superior, imo. I think they are solid and sturdy. Great job and great idea.
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Because i can.... + easily reversed!
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Outstanding Rob! And congrats!

WHY!?!?!? WHY WHY WHY doesn't Rolex offer a clear caseback as an option?
I agree Paul......Alot of other high end makers have it standard!! Im guessing Rolex never will either unfortunatly!
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Old 19 July 2010, 11:46 AM   #11
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That is just sweet, I think I'm getting one for my Daytona! :D
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Old 19 July 2010, 02:41 PM   #12
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That is just sweet, I think I'm getting one for my Daytona! :D
The Daytona has a much better looking movement for sure...If I had one,I'd do it in a heart beat!! I hope you find one although I've never seen one for the gold model + the price would be high I bet...Still worth it if you can souce it!!
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Old 19 July 2010, 02:46 PM   #13
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Love the views of the movement!

The only time I've seen the movement of any of my Rolex was when Giovanni opened the case and showed me the 3185 movement when he demagnetized my watch
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Old 19 July 2010, 02:57 PM   #14
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You earned major WIS points with that mod, bro!
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Love the views of the movement!

The only time I've seen the movement of any of my Rolex was when Giovanni opened the case and showed me the 3185 movement when he demagnetized my watch
It sure is a treat to watch!
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Old 19 July 2010, 03:48 PM   #16
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GREAT WORK ROB

must give you an immense feeling of satisfaction to have completed it successfully yourself... (if I had attempted, it could have so easily ended in tears... I don't even want to think about it!)

Thanks for sharing with us, great way for us to have some vicarious thrills :)
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Old 20 July 2010, 12:38 AM   #19
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Looks awesome! I love the new clasp and that case back makes it even more unique!
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Old 20 July 2010, 11:36 AM   #20
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GREAT WORK ROB

must give you an immense feeling of satisfaction to have completed it successfully yourself... (if I had attempted, it could have so easily ended in tears... I don't even want to think about it!)

Thanks for sharing with us, great way for us to have some vicarious thrills :)
Cheers John..!
You are right,it was satisfying to have completed the task especialy when the Tech said all good on the pressure test....
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Thanks David.....Even the wife agrees,so I did something right!!
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Nice work Rob - looks great
Thanks Clive....I'm enjoying it more everday!!
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Looks awesome! I love the new clasp and that case back makes it even more unique!
Brandon,your right!!Not to many like this one now...
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Old 20 July 2010, 11:51 AM   #21
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Looks Great Rob.
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Sleddog: bro, I don't think thomas is making any in gold version, but I emailed him asking if he would make me one out of brass - shouldn't look very different from gold. And I also asked him if he can instead chrome his stainless version with 18k yg..


No replies just yet though, guess gotta wait abit..

Sticking the steel caseback would just look awkward unfortunately.. Sigh..
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Sleddog: bro, I don't think thomas is making any in gold version, but I emailed him asking if he would make me one out of brass - shouldn't look very different from gold. And I also asked him if he can instead chrome his stainless version with 18k yg..


No replies just yet though, guess gotta wait abit..

Sticking the steel caseback would just look awkward unfortunately.. Sigh..
Yeh the SS back wouldn't work well on a gold model...Keep me updated on the reply!!! Im iterested in the answer....
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That looks great!
My wife agrees....First time on any of my(our!) Rolex's!
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Old 20 July 2010, 01:22 PM   #25
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I love Rolex modifications, and how it gets the purists all befuddled.

Congrats. Way to make it your own.
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I love Rolex modifications, and how it gets the purists all befuddled.

Congrats. Way to make it your own.
We think alike Jason...
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Old 20 July 2010, 06:38 PM   #27
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Still no reply from Thomas, but I managed to check my jeweler and they would be able to help me chrome it with 18k YG, however they will need to take the glass off first.. And then stick it back. They've done watch chroming for a while already, but I'm worried regarding its water resistance if it was tampered..
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Great work Rob.

I have a CCB on my Pepsi and one for my SS Daytona.
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CCB's are standard on some watches.

Rolex should consider.
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