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Seiko LCD Clock

Divers
Seiko LCD Clock
I have this Seiko LCD Clock that I love lots but the white rubber surround has deteriorated over time. It now looks yellowish and worse of all it's very sticky.









The model is QHL048W.



Anyone has a solution? Was thinking of using permanent marker to color it :shock: :?
oOsiMm
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if you mean its rubber(resin) ,then its the resin rot due to prolong storage in tropical humid country ,thats normal for vintages,and will turn sticky,then crumble into pieces with time.



cant really do anything much but can try to clean it gently with mild soap/detergent and cloth.



hmm..spray paint it? not sure wats the effect like though
Astro2212
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Use cloth dun tnk is gd coz the 毛毛 wil stick on it
Divers
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"oOsiMm"

if you mean its rubber(resin) ,then its the resin rot due to prolong storage in tropical humid country ,thats normal for vintages,and will turn sticky,then crumble into pieces with time.



cant really do anything much but can try to clean it gently with mild soap/detergent and cloth.



hmm..spray paint it? not sure wats the effect like though


Yeah sounds like resin rot. I don't mind changing the color by painting so long as its no longer sticky. Or perhaps strip it out :geek:
Divers
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"Astro2212"

Use cloth dun tnk is gd coz the 毛毛 wil stick on it


Agree 100%... Nodding my head....

Super sticky
oOsiMm
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"Astro2212"

Use cloth dun tnk is gd coz the 毛毛 wil stick on it


not those maomao 'good morning' cloth or towel...instead those polishing cloth ... cos u latte it with detergent ,it be 'slippery' ,wouldnt stick,tested and proven on my old casio resin bezels before.. alternatively can use thick servets. tissue is a no no...
oOsiMm
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"Divers"

[quote="Astro2212"]Use cloth dun tnk is gd coz the 毛毛 wil stick on it


Agree 100%... Nodding my head....

Super sticky[/quote]

if its sticky in first place ,you dont wipe/scrub with a dry/mildy wet cloth. instead got to mix with thick detergent and scrub under tap.

alternate with thick servets kinda,can scrub away the sticky layer one.
oOsiMm
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other better way that I used was using a soft(unwanted) toothbrush that I used for watch cleaning to scrub the surfaces with mild detergent...else can also use the greenish/yellow dish cleaning sponge...(bigger surface area)...
Trigeek
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Buy from Daiso thin plywood ($2 per piece) and make it into a wooden clock. Since it is already so sticky, it will make your DIY easier.
Divers
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"oOsiMm"


if its sticky in first place ,you dont wipe/scrub with a dry/mildy wet cloth. instead got to mix with thick detergent and scrub under tap.

alternate with thick servets kinda,can scrub away the sticky layer one.


Would love to scrub it under tap but its not water proof so bo pian :?

I have an old Yamaha cassette deck that has also sticky sides panels..... that one maybe I will use microfibre car polishing cloth with cleaner wax :lol:
Divers
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"Trigeek"

Buy from Daiso thin plywood ($2 per piece) and make it into a wooden clock. Since it is already so sticky, it will make your DIY easier.


hhmmm..... interesting idea....
Divers
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Here's what I did. I love this clock enough to go buy the following from Art Friend on Saturday afternoon.







Yeap, acrylic paint. Kinda figured acrylic paint should work on resin/rubber.
Divers
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After about an hour painting the LCD clock.....







Notice the texture? Didn't attempt to make it smooth as I like texture.... machiam oil on canvas :lol:



Another view







Some bits near the LCD screen unpainted..... need a steady hand.... migh do that another day if in the mood..... ;)



Can't do the same for my cassette deck..... :lol:
big-e-294
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Swee! Great work bro.

Did the paint work? Is it still sticky?
Divers
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"big-e-294"

Swee! Great work bro.

Did the paint work? Is it still sticky?


Thanks!

No, not sticky anymore cause covered by the paint ;)
fireal
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spray over acrylic spray to seal it :)
herzausstahl
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Looks good :)
feilong108
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Have the vintage vibe!!!



Nice handiwork bro!
titan
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Nice work



You really love this clock
ChiLLs
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Nice work, glad it turn out good for you.
Divers
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"fireal"

spray over acrylic spray to seal it :)


Wah is there such a spray? Think I will just keep it as is for now.
Divers
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"herzausstahl"

Looks good :)


Haha.... I am an artist wannabe
Divers
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"feilong108"

Have the vintage vibe!!!



Nice handiwork bro!




Thanks! :)
Divers
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"titan"

Nice work



You really love this clock


Thanks!

It's a great clock. Keeps really good time.
Divers
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"ChiLLs"

Nice work, glad it turn out good for you.


Thanks! Yeah, it's great to be able to extend the "life" of the clock
ChiLLs
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"Divers"

[quote="ChiLLs"]Nice work, glad it turn out good for you.


Thanks! Yeah, it's great to be able to extend the "life" of the clock[/quote]

Yes indeed, can also change color very year if u like. :D
Divers
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"ChiLLs"

[quote="Divers"]


Thanks! Yeah, it's great to be able to extend the "life" of the clock


Yes indeed, can also change color very year if u like. :D[/quote]

:D :D ;)