I finally got my G-Shock Rangeman GPR-H1000 back from warrantee repair. Yes, this is the second time I had to send it out? So did they fix it?
I hope you’re sitting down for this. But the answer is no. I cannot see any repair they made to the watch. Perhaps they tightened the screws. It only took them like 4 months to do that. Anyways, I think I need to take matters into my own hands!
The toolkit I used in the video is the Klein 64-Piece Micro-Ratchet Bit Precision Driver Set. It’s part of their ModBox lineup so it snaps into other sets. Really useful. Pick one up for yourself if you modify or repair your G-Shocks. Buy the set by clicking here on this Amazon affiliate link!
Video Summary
Google’s Gemini AI does the task of summarizing my Rangeman Rescue video. Enjoy the AI halucinations!
Jim Kinkade’s Workbench: Tackling a G-Shock Rangeman GPR H1000 Repair
In his latest video, “Rangeman Rescue! 🛠️”, Jim Kinkade takes on a significant repair challenge: fixing his G-Shock Rangeman GPR H1000 watch, which has been plagued by repeatedly loosening screws. Jim attributes this persistent issue to what he perceives as the watch’s soft plastic threads and the specific design of its “kneecaps,” which he believes hinder the watch band’s full articulation.
To begin the repair, Jim Kinkade utilizes a Klein Tools Modbox series bit set, specifically a 2mm hex bit, to carefully disassemble the watch. Upon inspection, he observes clear signs of wear and tear on the plastic threads and notes the absence of Loctite adhesive, a solution many viewers had previously suggested. Jim then outlines an ambitious modding plan aimed at providing a more robust, metal-on-metal connection for the screws:
- His first step involves drilling out the existing damaged holes.
- He plans to insert threaded metal sleeves (inserts) into the plastic, which should create a more durable anchor for the screws.
- Jim also considers the possibility of trimming back the “kneecaps” to allow for greater articulation of the watch band, though he expresses some concern about potentially exposing the inner white plastic case.
Throughout the video, Jim Kinkade weaves in his broader experiences and opinions on various G-Shock watches. He contrasts his experience with the Rangeman GPR H1000 with other models, such as the Mudman GW9500, which he regards as the epitome of “absolute toughness.” Jim also shares his dissatisfaction with the warranty repair process for his Rangeman, citing lengthy repair times and a lack of a definitive resolution to the screw problem. He touches upon the growing demand for G-Shock watches with MIP screens that are fully solar-powered, as opposed to merely solar-assisted models. Furthermore, he mentions other watches in his collection, including the GBD H2000 fitness watch and the more basic, yet highly functional, GD010.
Stay tuned for updates regarding the repair of my Rangeman!