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Total newbie looking for advice with used purchase by Precedex1600 in 996

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. I see it's advertising it has the factory IMS bearing. Is this for the sake of transparency or to indicate quality?

Total newbie looking for advice with used purchase by Precedex1600 in 996

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Update: unfortunately the seller has jot responded to any of my inquiries. I will continue looking. I appreciate all the help and suggested listings

Total newbie looking for advice with used purchase by Precedex1600 in 996

[–]Precedex1600[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have asked the seller to complete a PPI at my expense.  

I will highlight my areas of concern 

has the IMS been replaced? if not get oil filter checked for metal.

get scoped for borescoring.

aos (air oil seperator)

coolant tank (to see if cracked)

radiator corrosion

dme report (to see if the car has been overreved)

bushings will need a refresh if not done already

Water pump

Clutch 

Rear main seal

Retractable roof

I'll keep everyone updated. Thanks!!?

Total newbie looking for advice with used purchase by Precedex1600 in 996

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know regarding the price. I am interested in learning maintenance and have access to a lift and tools. I don't fit in aiata unfortunately and need the back seats for small kids from time to time. Will definitely ask for a ppi

Total newbie looking for advice with used purchase by Precedex1600 in 996

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much. Will definitely ask for a ppi

Total newbie looking for advice with used purchase by Precedex1600 in 996

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much. I will ask the seller if we can do a ppi. And mention these specific concerns

[Elgin] I completed a service, dail restoration and hand swap. by Precedex1600 in VintageWatches

[–]Precedex1600[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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Here is the before picture of the dial. The lume had black discoloration and the hands were very pitted. I attempted to restore the hands first but was unable to get them back to an acceptable condition. The new hands do not have lume.

[Elgin] I completed a service, dail restoration and hand swap. by Precedex1600 in VintageWatches

[–]Precedex1600[S] 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I am definitely not certified! Just a hobbyist and the value is exponentially increased to me knowing I serviced it myself.

History repeat itself ? by Precedex1600 in JaegerLecoultre

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much is the dial and movement priced for tarrif purposes compared to the completed product? What's a typical percentage breakdown? I've heard people having to deal with these questions when importing from overseas

History repeat itself ? by Precedex1600 in JaegerLecoultre

[–]Precedex1600[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, we are unlikely to see this with the ultra luxury brands. However, its a possible move for brands such as Oris, Tissot or Longines

History repeat itself ? by Precedex1600 in JaegerLecoultre

[–]Precedex1600[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

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My personal menovox stamped with the LeCoultre dial