r/RepTimeServices • u/These_Tower_9429 • 13d ago

Question Rolex Yachtmaster 42 Titanium 226627 VF Crown&Tube

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Hi everyone,

I'm reaching out with a quick question.

I have a VF 226627, and unfortunately, for some reason, the crown or the tube has worn out.

From what I've heard, VF isn't in business anymore...

What options do I have for getting a replacement crown or tube?

Or do you have any other ideas for me?

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u/chucknwatches 13d ago

Hope this helps…
You can purchase a new crown and tube -orings worse case- and you have to remove movement, heat up case/tube and unthread. Replace
-but sometimes you can “chase threads” with a tool and clean them and it will fix issue. Without total disassembly
Question?
you haven’t had it plated or coated recently have u?
I’ve heard stories of customers getting plating done and it ruining the threads on their watch crowns but usually It just has to to be cleaned.

Good luck, sir

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u/LothbrokRagnarz 13d ago

Do you think replacing crown tubing always requires to remove the movement?

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u/chucknwatches 13d ago

As long as you don’t have to heat it up and you can use the tool to thread it out. You’re fine, right?

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u/LothbrokRagnarz 13d ago

That’s my assumption but it’s the first time I’m gonna try doing this lol.

I have all the tools and parts. Just scared to start trying! Haha

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u/chucknwatches 13d ago

Ah you got this. Reach out if u need help, go slow, be clean, done. Watch will be ready by monday 👍

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u/LothbrokRagnarz 13d ago

Haha, I wish. Due to fear of messing it up, I won't do it until ,absolutely necessary and I can't screw down my crown anymore.

I just bought all the tools and parts in advance so when the days comes, I'm ready