I just purchased a DSSD from puretime. Its the most exact replica they had available, but the water-resistance is only 50m. I am sure there are methods.to make this watch more resistant, and if so, what should i.do to achieve this? Better yet, who should I let do the mods? Also, what is the max water resistance I could expect? Thanks!
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water-resistance mod
- Thread starter TheGooch
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How do you know it's even 50 ? The HE valve is the weak point in any DSSD. I've had unmodded ones leak. The DSSD that RSH modded for me was sealed. I dove in Cancun with it. Had no issues. Where do you plan on going with it that you need more than 50m ?
On their website it states it has been factory tested to 50m. I go to the lake almost every weekend and just want the satisfaction in know my watch will be protected. So you would recommend RSH for the mod I assume, sorry Im new-how do i contact him?
I agree, I would not trust that the manufacture waterproofed the watch to any depth, the only way to be sure is to have it tested by someone qualified on this forum.
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The website also claims 1:1. It is far from that. You need to do a lot of reading on this forum. Lots of marketing phrases used by dealers, are not true. These watches are not 1:1, and many will likely leak. There are a few modders here who can seal it , and test it as well. Going to a lake will likely not require 50 meters. That's 164 feet. You're going to be deeper than that ?
I wouldn't personally trust a dealer stating the watch is waterproof.
Unless, it's Sead since he deals with a smaller stock and can do mods himself.
Unless, it's Sead since he deals with a smaller stock and can do mods himself.
I have only ever greased up the seals and tightened the case back on all of my reps, and I have swam in them all, including the n factory dssd. Unless you are doing deep diving, this should suffice. Go to a dive shop and get yourself a container of silicon grease and a fine stiff brush.
And in the case of the DSSD you need to seal HE from inside as it is most of the time from where the watch leaks.
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Yes. What they said.
Send it to a modder or watch smith to seal the He valve and grease the gaskets and test it.
Until you do that, you shouldn't even shower with a rep. REGARDLESS of what the dealer says!
And if you're really going more than 150' deep in the water, you are going to need a true dive computer and NOT a standard diving watch which really isn't used for diving.
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Send it to a modder or watch smith to seal the He valve and grease the gaskets and test it.
Until you do that, you shouldn't even shower with a rep. REGARDLESS of what the dealer says!
And if you're really going more than 150' deep in the water, you are going to need a true dive computer and NOT a standard diving watch which really isn't used for diving.
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That was my question. If you're diving that deep, your watch is the least of your concerns.
TastyTreats
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It needs to be water tested - find a watchsmith - I am yet to find a TD who will put in writing they guarantee the watch won't leak under water.
A few splashes here and there but diving with it - doubt it !
Its cheap to get is water proofed - $20-$50 depending on watch.
A few splashes here and there but diving with it - doubt it !
Its cheap to get is water proofed - $20-$50 depending on watch.
ShiroTenshi
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Thanks for the suggestions guys, and no im not going anywhere near that level of depth, its just a personal preference. So what modders would you suggest?
Check the modification and repair session on this forum, you will find good information there.
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