Small improvements that I found helped with RapidMonster's model:
- Geneva_Driven - Shortened so it does not protrude past the Central Gear. This stops looser bearings from popping out during assembly on a flat surface. The hole for the screw head is larger for the screws that I'm using.
Note: If you are finding it hard to push-fit these in the bearings you can temporarily use the CentralGearRetainer as a spacer/washer then use a nut and a longer screw to pull the part into the bearing.
- Clock MSpacer - Use a 3x18mm screw. Taller so reducing the chances of numbers catching gear face. 3mm hole at the top to help to centre screw. Flange help to keep numbers level
- Extractor - Used during disassembly of clock. Use it to punch out plastic stuck in the centre of a bearing (you'll also need a hammer! and a piece of wood with a small hole in it for the bearing to rest on ;-))
My other assembly tips:
- The central hole can be cut using small wire cutters
- If you have reused the original face and removed the lettering using acetate. Cut a hole in the face sticker for the central geneva gear this will help the gear sit flatter and stop plastic from getting stuck behind the sticker when you drill
- Assemble one set of gears at a time. Make sure each runs smoothly before moving on.
- For slightly loose bearings - use a small piece of electrical tape stuck to the side of the hole as a shim to keep bearings in place.
The author remixed this model.