OWD and selfservicing regulators
I just took the HOG service class. The only prerequisite is OW certification. I think it's a great business model and hope other manufacturers follow.
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OWD and selfservicing regulators
Are you looking for brand recommendations or specific models within a brand. Many of us can provide either plus reasons why if you set the parameters: Cost, brands sold at your LDS, local service options only? Or are you willing to do online purchasing and mail out for service. In some cases it's both - many online retailer purchased gear can be serviced at your local shop under warranty - some like Aqualung do all transactions only thru a local dealer.The wife and I live in Florida, and while we might dive the Springs, 72 degrees, we won't go any colder.
The amount of regulators and price points are simply overwhelming. Where does one start? What reg set do I buy?
For the record we might do the advance cert, probably do nitrox, but not much beyond that.
OWD and selfservicing regulators
I just took the HOG service class. The only prerequisite is OW certification. I think it's a great business model and hope other manufacturers follow.
I don't necessarily equate somebody's certification level with their ability to trouble shoot and maintenance equipment. I do doubt the appropriateness for most OW (or AOW) divers.
I do, however, thing OW/AOW divers should have a better grasp how a regulator works, and how to deal with simple problems. For example, how to open up the cover of a typical 2nd stage to clean and clear away sand or other foreign objects. Or how to check IP .... and why you should care.
I am not talking about you, but real beginners. Take a OWD with 20 dives and a regulator that he has serviced himself. He gets a few drops of water in his mouth - exit diaphragm not watertight, mouth piece not tight enough - and he bolts to the surface. GREAT
I would recommend a Scubapro MK11/S360 or MK21/S560. Both are excellent regs. at a great valve.The wife and I live in Florida, and while we might dive the Springs, 72 degrees, we won't go any colder.
The amount of regulators and price points are simply overwhelming. Where does one start? What reg set do I buy?
For the record we might do the advance cert, probably do nitrox, but not much beyond that.
Dear Lorenzoid. Even a non diver is perfectly able to service a regulator. My viewpoint is that , as a new guy trained in servicing a regulator , one can expect more "potential problems " compared to an experienced service man. The fact of the matter is that a significant percentage of regulators fail immediately after servicing. THIS IS PROVEN.