Spare parts for older regs and manifold?

[Steven Bird]

Hi guys


As my children are now at diving age I pulled my gear out from storage and headed to the LDS for servicing. I think a few bits of gear can be repaired if I can find the right parts. I’m hoping for some quick pointers before I start contacting the manufacturers.


1/. USD/Aqua Lung Conshelf 22 Second stage. “Part 21 ---- 100324 Plug” in the aqualung_spare_parts_catalog_2006.pdf page 32. This is the plug that goes in the LP inlet port which isn’t used.

Catalog implies the parts are interchangeable with “Pioneer l Aquarius l SEA4 l SE3 l Conshelf 22 l Octopus l SQ XR Series”

Question: Is this part still available? If not I have a plan to repair the plug with glue and screw.

2/. USD/Aqua Lung Titan Octopus Second stage (1998-2004) “Part 1 ----- 124577 Front Cover, Octopus/Partner” in the aqualung_spare_parts_catalog_2006.pdf page 23

Cover has disintegrated, but regulator has been serviced.

Question: Is this part still available? Which models can I substitute the front cover from: Titan, XLC, Calypso, Glacia or other pre 2004 models? I have 3 other pre 2004 Titan, XLC and Titan Octopus regs.


3/. Unknown Isolation Manifold (1990s?)

During servicing the end of the isolation valve snapped off inside socket. If they cant extract it I need a new isolation bar. Not a problem except there are no markings on the manifold or tank valves, and the threads on the tank valves don’t match their stock so I’d also need 2 new valves which they serviced just before this happened.

What are the chances of finding a replacement bar? Are manifold threads reasonably standardized?

Using my bands the valves for the isolation bar are ~75mm apart.

Id really appreciate any tips and tricks.

Photos seem to be linked via 'my media' and attachments - let me know if they dont come across.

 

[rhwestfall]

the isolation manifold - that appears to be the valve seat, and the wing operator has snapped.

 

[herman]

The port plug is not available from AL but Bryan at Vintage Double Hose had some generic replacements made a while back. Also, it you don't mind not using the retainer clip....and IMO it's not necessary, you can just use a 1/2 (a little uncommon but they do exist) port plug from a reg.

 

[Steven Bird]

the isolation manifold - that appears to be the valve seat, and the wing operator has snapped.

Yes, and it took the technicians servicing tool with it.

 

[Steven Bird]

The port plug is not available from AL but Bryan at Vintage Double Hose had some generic replacements made a while back. Also, it you don't mind not using the retainer clip....and IMO it's not necessary, you can just use a 1/2 (a little uncommon but they do exist) port plug from a reg.

Given how firmly the boxtop screws on, I was thinking a bit of Loctite would suffice... if necessary. Ill check with Bryan.

Thanks for the lead.

 

[herman]

NO!!! No locking compound of any kind. just snug it up. The vast majority of second stages do not have locking clips of any kind so I really don't see the need on this one. This is a plastic to silicone interface so the friction is pretty good on it's own.

 

[runsongas]

the octo cover was discontinued, you will have to find NOS. I don't think any aftermarket replacements are available yet.

i would just look for a replacement isolator from someone who plugged a manifold for sidemount. it looks like you have the old dive rite/sea elite style which should have pretty good cross compatibility.

 

[Bob DBF]

the octo cover was discontinued, you will have to find NOS.

Or find someone with a 3D printer looking for a project.

Good luck

 

[Steven Bird]

Can I confirm how many different manifold threads standards were around back in the 90's? What were they?

Mine are approx 17mm diameter. "3/8" or "1/2"?

 

[Steven Bird]

the octo cover was discontinued, you will have to find NOS. I don't think any aftermarket replacements are available yet.

Obviously Im not the first to ask this question. Mmm, I hope there is a solution one day as I have several such regs but fingers crossed only the Octopus has disintegrated.

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