DevonDiver
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I've seen some interesting and varied approaches with sidemounting. One variation that caught my attention is the decision to orientate the right-side tank valve-in/reg-inside or valve-out/reg-outside.
Obviously, there are pros and cons to either:
Valve-In means the regulator 1st stage is protected inside the cylinder and routes cleanly. However, the valve handle is now inwards and more difficult to manipulate - also with potential (?) problems with bungee security.
Valve-Out provides simple bungee security and un-fettered access to the valve handle (shut-downs/feathering etc). However, the regulator first stage is now exposed, as are the hoses.
So a poll... which do you use.... and what drives your preference?
Obviously, there are pros and cons to either:
Valve-In means the regulator 1st stage is protected inside the cylinder and routes cleanly. However, the valve handle is now inwards and more difficult to manipulate - also with potential (?) problems with bungee security.
Valve-Out provides simple bungee security and un-fettered access to the valve handle (shut-downs/feathering etc). However, the regulator first stage is now exposed, as are the hoses.
So a poll... which do you use.... and what drives your preference?