Seiko SSK001 PEPSI GMT Mod - Full Build Tutorial! @svkwatches.ae

I’ve waited a long time to be able to build this - and now you can too!
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Parts List:
Seiko SSK001K1 Base Watch
Namokimods SSK Conversion Bezel:
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Namokimods SSK Sapphire Crystal:
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DLW Pepsi GMT Ceramic Insert:
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- Bezel removal tool
- Crystal Press
- Springbar Tool
- Caseback Opener
- Dust Blower / Lens Cleaner
- Rodico Putty
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[@jeltevandulmen3832]

Love the clear footage and instructions.

[@user-bz3px4fv3y]

Thank you. Been a fan of your mods for a long while. Bought an SSK003 last year. Thanks to you, I decided to have a go at Batman GMT. Perfectly beautiful. But I still want one yours.

[@billrhea]

Dude that is awesome

[@watchmewithwatches]

Amazing job, I'm inspired!

[@TheBuckaroo88]

Looks fantastic, I will be having a go. Just ordered some parts with your code. Thanks for the video

[@svkwatches]

Thanks and good luck with the build!

[@serdalkaptan]

Awesome video. Thank you for sharing.

[@jnibur]

thanks for sharing...amazing video...I'm scared to do it....but honestly, the final result is amazing

[@velocity_6t9]

Beautiful 😍

[@davidblack8174]

been wanting to do this since I saw this video - finally getting the parts together to accomplish this on my SSK001!

[@svkwatches]

Good luck, you won’t regret it!

[@davidblack8174]

@@svkwatches thanks, much appreciated!

[@canadahodl5941]

Really nice

[@fvlok]

Very cool!

[@hetherington35]

Nice one thanks 👍🏼

[@predragpopovic5056]

This is a nice watch.

[@the_shadow_realm5110]

A diver bezel would make this a GMT-Diver. Very cool

[@SilverBackELTorro]

Very nice. I can’t wait till I get there. I’m still trying to figure out how to change the bracelet.😂😂😂

[@M1KEEC]

I have all the parts now, I just need to buy the watch now 🤣

[@shivarajeshkumar]

I just got it from dlw, for my Skx009J. Loving the red cokor,the earloer one was more of orangish

[@danjenks5292]

I recently did this mod before watching your video. Couldnt agree more about the insert, the DLW insert is perfectly coloured as a pepsi. The namoki pepsi is very orange and only looks red-ish in certain lights. Had to go rebuy the DLW one, but at least now I have both!

[@ATopC.]

I'm about to buy one, which one should I go for DLW or Namoki And if I go with DLW do I need to buy different rotating bezel or will it fit the original one?

[@danjenks5292]

If you mean bezel insert, get the DLW one, its much better than Namoki's. But everything else I got from Namoki is spot on. I think if you want this pepsi insert, as said in the video, you need the new rotating bezel and a sapphire insert from Namoki (although i didn't try without them, it could still fit!). Both pretty cheap and easy to install anyway :).@@ATopC.

[@SvInTu2Mii10]

Hey! Love your work, thanks for sharing. Do you have to replace the crystal to be able to fit the bezel or can you keep the original?

[@svkwatches]

Crystal has to be replaced as the bezel insert is sloping - this is mentioned in the video also, there is no way to make this currently with a cyclops crystal

[@JustDave_au]

I modded my SSK003 to a Batman look using the Namoki parts including a doubled domed blue AR crystal. Great parts and service from Namoki and my watch looks awesome.

[@svkwatches]

Will be trying one like that next week!

[@carlog.1165]

Hi. Does the bezel is flat or sloped? Thanks

[@thisisaxy]

@@carlog.1165 sloped

[@agenziacentrale4383]

Absolutely great work and stunning mod, I am glad I came across your channel. Can the same pepsi modification be made using the SSK003K1 (the GMT batman) because i like the blue dial using same parts that you used in the video? Cheers.

[@svkwatches]

Yes you can!

[@Geolimber]

Thanks for tutorial! Does original glass compatible with this bezel and insert? I like the old style cyclop glass.

[@svkwatches]

It’s not compatible with this sloping insert - you can keep the original glass and use a flat skx007 bezel insert though, but this Pepsi is not possible

[@landon6482]

I’m really nervous about taking the movement out. Do you gave any tips?

[@WildAlaskan911]

This is an outstanding video. Thank you so much for the tutorial. I wonder what this mod would look like on the SSKOO3? If the blues matched, it would be awesome. But if the blues clashed, it would be horrible.

[@svkwatches]

I’ve done it on ssk003 too and it still looks good, as does the lumed sapphire bezel - you can find that in my other mod video!

[@davids.6813]

Awesome video mate! You have inspired me to take on this mod with my SSK001. The only part I am nervous about is the crystal swap. Hopefully my press will work fine. I was hoping you were going to show the how you attached the bezel insert, but you didn't show that part. Did you use only one double sided tape provided or did you use more that one?

[@svkwatches]

Depending on the insert you can use just one or two layers of the tape provided with the bezel/insert, more recently I’ve used two layers to reduce the taller crystal a bit with this bezel

[@davids.6813]

@@svkwatches I am happy to report I finished this exact same mod. It came out fantastic! Only took about an hour and a half thanks to this video. Thank you so much for posting this build tutorial. By the way Namoki and DLW supplied fantastic products!

[@doof1412]

Hi, Gorgeous build! Out of interest, would you know if the SSK bracelet fit straight on an SRPD/SKX case?

[@svkwatches]

It does - just use the springbars from the SSK when fitting it

[@doof1412]

@@svkwatches legend, thank you for that. Your videos have been extremely informative and inspiring - keep up the amazing work 👏

[@loh1110]

Namoki - NMK307 - SKX/SRPD Sapphire Crystal w Date Cyclops FITS in a SSK and you can retain the cyclops.

[@svkwatches]

True. But it won’t fit this bezel insert

[@thiagotdlima]

👏👏👏

[@FreezingFaces]

Super jealous of your mod, But I’d end up screwing most of it up, so I’ll just stick to the factory one 😅

[@KillShotzzz]

Very nice mod! Do you need to replace the crystal as well ? Or did you just do it ?

[@svkwatches]

To use this bezel insert you gotta change the crystal too, and before you ask, there is no cyclops sapphire crystal on the market that would work with this setup!

[@limelife7457]

I love my Seiko SSK001 that I’m terrified to do that bezel replacement MOD😢 I’m sticking to the original bezel of my watch therefore I’m only buying the Pepsi GMT automatic version from AliExpress 😂

[@samirarman3933]

Clean and beautiful mod! What’s the final modded watch thickness by the way?

[@svkwatches]

It’s 14.8mm with the new crystal, given the sloping design though and the case shape, it doesn’t feel as thick as that

[@samirarman3933]

@@svkwatches thanks a lot for the info and keep up the good work!

[@bmxtime89]

Any case back you could use to skim the ssk?

[@svkwatches]

@@bmxtime89 there is a plain slim caseback from Namoki too, but to be honest it’s not much thinner than the standard CB, plus it’s not exhibition

[@douglasegoliveira]

Congrats, the watch is on another level after the changes. What is the new thickness after the new sapphire and bezel / insert?

[@svkwatches]

The thickness is 14.8mm with on the above watch a bit thicker than stock due to the sloping bezel insert

[@douglasegoliveira]

good to know, thanks! Quite a bit thick but it looks great! maybe with a slim caseback@@svkwatches

[@greyrigorism8869]

So to be clear, if I get the Namoki mod bezel, and the sapphire upgrade, then I can use any of the skx/srpd bezel inserts?

[@svkwatches]

Yes, the crystal used in my video is for sloping inserts, but you can also get the crystal for flat inserts from Namoki also

[@eternalmemri]

Very nice mod!! Is it the standard friction bezel action? Also, if I were to order this watch through you, would there be any possibility to add the cyclops?

[@svkwatches]

Hi, I actually have the exact same mod available on my website now, it’s not currently possible to include a cyclops on the crystal (I believe I explain it in the video also) - but it is a sapphire crystal used that matches the Pepsi bezel well. Here’s the link: svkwatches.ae/products/seiko-ssk001-pepsi-gmt

[@svkwatches]

And yes, it’s the standard friction fit bezel, no clicks on this one

[@eternalmemri]

@@svkwatches awesome! Thanks so much. Will definitely be ordering!!

[@carlog.1165]

Is it possible have it 40mm diameter? Thanks

[@bmxtime89]

Hey man could you use the stock crystal with this bezel and insert? Or is there a sapphire Crystal with the cyclops you could use?

[@svkwatches]

Short answer is no, this bezel insert is sloping so it won’t fit the standard glass, and there is no crystal with a cyclops that fits this insert either. The way I did it is the best current way.

[@perolito83]

That looks amazing! The bezel on my SSK chipped, do you know if anyone makes replacement bezels?

[@svkwatches]

You can fit any skx007 bezel insert with the conversion as shown in this video, but I may have a replacement ssk001 bezel I can sell you if you want to reach out to me via email: [e-mail] let me know your location also

[@perolito83]

@@svkwatches thanks! I'm actually looking for a different color combination but thanks for the offer.

[@sushivision]

Hi. What glue did you use to glue the insert to the bezel? I bought GS Hypo cement glue to replace the crystal on an Orient Bambino, would that work for the bezel & insert in this case? Or should I try to get something stronger?

[@svkwatches]

I use the provided 3M double sided tape ring you get with the bezel, I would expect the hypo cement glue to work just fine also

[@xKrafty--]

Will the SKX007 bezel gasket fit SSK001? I cant find anywhere to purchase SSK001 gasket, only SKX007

[@svkwatches]

Good question, I’m not sure it will - I think it may be a little larger. You do get them with the aftermarket bezels though

[@unnecessarywisdoms]

I’m doing this as well soon, I’m wondering tho is there a domed crystal with cyclops that fits?

[@svkwatches]

Domes crystals can’t have a cyclops, so far I’ve not come across a flat top sapphire - like the one in this video, but with a cyclops. In theory you could just glue the lens to this crystal, but I’m reluctant to do it that way

[@unnecessarywisdoms]

@@svkwatches yeah I’ll probably go flat , looking at namoki they don’t have any flat sapphires for ssk with a cyclops so I’ll Most probably just have to do without even tho I’d prefer it for my build

[@cjc1103]

I'd love to do this but I like the cyclops date window on the stock crystal. Would this mod work with the stock crystal?

[@svkwatches]

I mention this in the video too I believe but no, the bezel is only available in a sloping design - which means you need to change the crystal, and there is no taller/matching crystal with a cyclops. You can do a similar mod and use a flat bezel insert with the standard glass though.

[@albertohernandez4921]

I love my watch but i have a concern, does the non screw crown can be converted to screw crown?

[@svkwatches]

It can but you’d need to change the case to an SKX type aftermarket case, this would mean changing many others parts too but you would get the screw down crown and clicking bezel.

[@xKrafty--]

Really neat 👍 how much for all the modding equipment you're using in the video?

[@svkwatches]

For this set up including the press probably under $300

[@xKrafty--]

@@svkwatches Thank you

[@hetherington35]

Can theses mods be done at home? or do you need spcial tools?

[@svkwatches]

Yes I do them from home, check out some of my tutorials and you’ll see what tools I use and where to buy too, Namoki has some good starter sets: www.namokimods.com/?ref=seikomodsdubai I’ll add a more proper video of my studio/workshop when I get a chance!

[@macibasti]

One question, is there 2 kind of Pepsi style? Is there one that have red from the 12 hours to the 4 hours. And there's other that have the red from 3 to 9 like yours? Cus I'm looking for one of those on ebay. And they have both. But I'm not sure if they're fake, or what do you recommend it? Thanks

[@svkwatches]

For a true Rolex pepsi inspired design, the red should be at the bottom, but it’s totally upto you. There’s not really a “fake” one but there are quality differences. The eBay ones if ceramic will likely be more pink/orange than red, if you like the one in my video then consider getting the same one from DLW to be safe

[@grneal26]

Would it be the same crystal size if you ONLY wanted to change out the mineral for sapphire and not mod the bezel?

[@svkwatches]

Yes I believe either option would work the same, also SKX007 crystals will fit too with the stock bezel etc

[@jonasclarebout]

Do you have to replace the crystal for this , some flat bezel from namoki don't require to change your crystal only the bezel and the insert. So could you use the better bezel from dlw and the namoki mods bezel you used but keeping the original crystal?

[@jonasclarebout]

I just answered my own question by actually not skipping the glass removal part of your video :p my apologies. You can keep it but it would just nog look that right :p

[@svkwatches]

Yes the issue here is the sloping bezel, to get the great Pepsi colours, you’ll need to switch the glass also

[@TheLaughingOtter]

I have the SBSC001(aka ssk001)...what I'd really like to see is a world time bezel mod. Is there such a thing?

[@svkwatches]

modmodewatches.com/products/bzi018wtbk-38mm-world-timer-flat-anodised-aluminium-insert?_pos=3&_sid=b3cbffe3d&_ss=r&variant=41182371905688 I think this would have done it? It’s sold out there but I’m sure you can find one - it will be an SKX007 size part, so you can just use Namoki’s conversion bezel and fit this size insert. It’s flat too so no need to change the glass either

[@ybbolb]

Is there a bezel and insert that is compatible with the original crystal? Removing the crystal is not easy without the right tools.

[@svkwatches]

Yeah you can use a flat bezel insert but it won’t look like the Pepsi one I’ve used

[@user-yc1wi9de3t]

I bought this popular video watch from nkuwan , which was originally priced at a few thousand dollars, but now it's only $380! It's really suitable to pick up feces!

[@robertbft5767]

so if i don t want to change the bezel, i should ortder the sapphire for the flat inserts?

[@svkwatches]

Yes that’s right

[@ctsxhp326]

Do they make a version of this sapphire crystal that still has a cyclops on it? I actually like the cyclops personally.

[@svkwatches]

No they don’t, I get many requests for this, but there is no sapphire cyclops crystal that would work with this sloping pepsi gmt bezel insert

[@nileshpandey8032]

Looks amazing. Just one question though, 600$ worth of modding for a watch priced under 500$??

[@svkwatches]

I think you misunderstand, the watch here costs around $640 total including the mods, the standard watch can be found from $300-$400, if you just DIY the total would likely be around $460-480 all depending on where you are.

[@nileshpandey8032]

@@svkwatches Ohh well, in that case it’s a real good deal. Thanks for clarifying 🙏🏼 Do you ship across the globe? Sorry, first thing’s first. Do you sell ? Like, are you in any kind of business or is it for your own personal use??

[@svkwatches]

@@nileshpandey8032 yes I have a business here making watches for clients. Here’s the link to this exact watch on my site: svkwatches.ae/products/seiko-ssk001-pepsi-gmt-built-to-order I do ship worldwide yes

[@joonsup]

So the SKX crown insert mod is used on the SSK?

[@svkwatches]

The SRPD crown is the same as the SSK - the bezel is specific, you’ll find the link to it in the description

[@abel5629]

Hi and thank you for this video. I don’t know why seiko hasn’t released the Pepsi model but modifying this one is a great idea. I’d like to know if you would be able to modify mine SSK003? Please let me know. Thanks in advanced.

[@svkwatches]

Yes of course - you can contact my via email to discuss custom mod options for your own watch too: [e-mail]

[@abel5629]

Thank you. I just sent you an email. Looking forward to hearing from you.

[@firecatpower1]

What do you think of the same glass with blue ar?

[@svkwatches]

It’s also nice, I used it on a Batman mod too with the ssk003, be careful though it can spoil the dial colours a bit

[@carlog.1165]

Does the bezel is flat or sloped? Thanks

[@svkwatches]

It’s sloping

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

I have an SSK005 orange dial. Am considering a bezel swap with a black with orange numerals insert from DLW. Do you know if the DLW inserts will fit the SSK bezels from Namoki?

[@svkwatches]

They do, the above is one from DLW on a Namoki bezel, but note you may need to change the crystal too if it’s a sloped bezel insert you pick

[@thetattedpharmacist3215]

@@svkwatchesthanks so much for the response! That seals it. Sapphire crystal and MM style SSK bezel from Namoki, and black ceramic insert with orange numerals to mod out my orange dialed beast! Thanks again 🙏

[@svkwatches]

Sounds good!

[@patrickdelacruz68]

How much to change the inner 24 hour makers to chrome or grey?

[@svkwatches]

Can’t be done on the standard case, but a custom design can be made with any type of case, chapter ring and so on at 2600AED approx - check my Joker SSK video for an example

[@perryl3476]

Is there anyway to add a day wheel?

[@svkwatches]

Yes but it won’t be with a GMT movement, if you search Pepsi on my channel you’ll see another example with day-date from a couple years back

[@scottallan7033]

can a pepsi get the sapphire with the cyclops

[@raffybphotos]

Can you do this mod while keeping the original glass?

[@svkwatches]

Not with this bezel insert - it’s sloping so needs a taller crystal than the original.

[@fvlok]

Do you mod watches and send them to customers? Too scared to do it myself

[@svkwatches]

Yes you can buy this one from the video here: svkwatches.ae/products/seiko-ssk001-pepsi-gmt

[@gerdamelle]

Does the Pepsi bezel insert have luminescence?

[@svkwatches]

No this one does not

[@hrdpgajjar]

there is no click spring under bezel right?

[@svkwatches]

Not for the SSK standard bezel, you can add it is you change the case too

[@edmwftw3930]

The Seiko 5 GMT is obviously a Rolex GMT Master II homage which has the cyclops. Hence in this regard, retaining the cyclops feature would be more appropriate. Besides, dates would be extremely difficult to read without the cyclops lens for older folks above 40 due to presbyopia.

[@svkwatches]

You’d think so but the the cyclops doesn’t actually magnify the date size on the standard watch, it’s just there for the look. Hence I often change the glass for scratch-resistant sapphire instead.

[@mrjesanchez]

Beautiful modification! What is the Water resistance before and after modification?

[@svkwatches]

100m before and 100m after!

[@ctsxhp326]

@@svkwatchesWhat do you use for pressure testing, and is there anything you recommend for watches with 20 or 30 atm ratings? Seems like the most expensive tool barrier to entry for self service and modding honestly.

[@giofuentes85]

Any available for sale?

[@svkwatches]

Yes you can order one to be made from my store here: svkwatches.ae/products/seiko-ssk001-pepsi-gmt-built-to-order?_pos=3&_sid=d0ed25d2c&_ss=r

[@migfed]

You don't have to be so harsh at all to take out the movement from the watch case.

[@lhogie1962]

How much do you charged watch and modification to pepsi

[@lhogie1962]

And sapphire too

[@svkwatches]

You can’t find this exact combination for sale in my store: svkwatches.ae/products/seiko-ssk001-pepsi-gmt-built-to-order?_pos=3&_sid=d0ed25d2c&_ss=r

[@lhogie1962]

Visited your store do have price in U.S dollars?

[@svkwatches]

@@lhogie1962 you should be able to switch the currency on the site, it should show the price in USD, shipping adds 100AED/$28USD

[@pungos7batch81]

Hi, I’m dying to have one of this Pepsi cola watch, I just subscribe and hopefully I will be the lucky one to be chosen for your giveaway watch. Regards.

[@DeputyDog-mh1yo]

I want to be chosen

[@user-rn8zq3ye6m]

Cuánto cuesta ese relock

[@cargai7559]

$475 without discount

[@rafaelvillar6274]

problem with volume

[@jamesmeader6539]

I can't believe that prying on the rotor and smacking the case on the bench to remove the caliber and dial is considered good practice.

[@PierreMontgomery]

Removing the bezel is not this easy.

[@user-wk6qd7yg1j]

New friend here sending may full suppor nkuwan

[@casanova9227]

yes very nice how i can mod it by myself ?? please teach us i wanna do it at home i will buy this color black and grey

[@svkwatches]

This video shows you every step in modding it yourself, watch it in full and you can learn how to do it. All the parts are linked in the description also

[@ShootStraight84]

He’s a Wanna have a Rolex 😂😂😂

[@user-bz3px4fv3y]

Thank you. Been a fan of your mods for a long while. Bought an SSK003 last year. Thanks to you, I decided to have a go at Batman GMT. Perfectly beautiful. But I still want one yours.

[@svkwatches]

Great job! Pleased I inspired you to have a go - love hearing thing like this, keep at it it’s a great hobby