Want to install ETA 2892-A2 in a case...

[paulpicot]

Have a ETA 2892-A2 that we want to put into a Paul Picot case.
First attempt we broke the movement stem because of un-equal stem tunnel alignment.

We have a ETA 2836-2 movement that fits this case perfectly.
But, I desire the 2892-A2 movement in this case.

From the info on this forum I see that the 'stem height' of the 2836-2 is 2.25mm.....and the stem height of the 2892-A2 is 1.50mm.
(Reason we broke the 2892-A2 stem. Duh!)

Will a 'dial spacer' solve this issue?
If so, do we need a 0.75mm spacer?
Thicker or thinner?
Where can we purchase such a spacer?

Suggestions.....

Many thanks

 

[KBH]

A dial spacer will work but then the problem is you may still need the taller pinion set for the hands. I've put a 2893-2 in a GMTIIC case successfully, but it's still a tight fit for the hands when using a spacer. Of course you won't have to worry about the 4th GMT hand so it should be easier. Also, I had a transplanted 2892-2 in a WM9 Sub case with no problem.

I'm not sure where the dial spacers came from, whether it came with the movement or from a different one in my spare parts. I think it was just the fatter of the two spacers that come with either a 2824 or 2836 movement.

 

[paulpicot]

Thanks for your reply!

Exactly what am I seeing in your photo?
Cheers

 

[cwazy1]

you see a 2892 in a sub case.

i'm curious as to why you want a 2892 in a gmt?

 

[paulpicot]

Bought the 2892-A2 NOS at a bargain price form









Bought the NOS 2892-A2 at a bargain price form Switzerland.
Some reports and forums give this movement a higher rating.

What are your thoughts?

Cheers









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[KBH]

you see a 2892 in a sub case.

i'm curious as to why you want a 2892 in a gmt?

Assuming you're talking to me, I said a 2893-2 in the GMTIIC, which is just a 2892-2 with the GMT module.

 

[KBH]

Thanks for your reply!

Exactly what am I seeing in your photo?
Cheers

That's the WM9 Sub Case with a 2892-2 in it. Fit with no problem.

 

[KBH]

Bought the NOS 2892-A2 at a bargain price form Switzerland.
Some reports and forums give this movement a higher rating.

What are your thoughts?

Cheers

Probably the best ETA movement that they make.

 

[d4m.test]

That's the WM9 Sub Case with a 2892-2 in it. Fit with no problem.

Am I right assuming a 2892 is a better fit in a wm9 case than a 2836? I've heard that the higher crown height on the case puts some stress on the stem of a 2836.

I'm going to get a TC case soon and plan on putting a 2892 in it. Good idea?

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[paulpicot]

KBH
Here in AZ there is no one near my home that has any experience or knowledge about my project.
Would you be willing to install the 2892-A in my Picot case?
Or, recommend someone?
Regards

 

[KBH]

I originally bought 3 new 2893-2 movements at a great price and had all 3 pinion sets replaced with the tallest ones available. I used one in a GMTIIC, one in a WM9 case with the GMT pieces removed and sold the other one.

There was no problem fitting the stem that I remember on either watch using the standard ETA dial spacer. Now, it might be that the dial spacer on the GMT movement was taller than the spacer on the 2892-2 movement. I really don't know. But, apparently, with the right dial spacer and taller pinions, I think it should work on any 2836-2 case.

Like everything in rep modding, it's almost all trial and error. Just got to figure a way to make it all fit together.

And PM'd Paulpicot.

 

[ado213]

KBH, let me know how you go on with the dial spacer please?. I will be doing one of these myself in the next week or two and would be interested.