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Depends on the alt you are using. A standard second stage is rigged on your right side, just like any single hose reg, if you are using one of the octos that go on your BC inflator hose, then it would be on your left. I use the standard type. The LP inflator is connected to the top port with a 45 deg adapter and the octo out the bottom LP port, routing it under my right arm.
If you have never dove a DH reg before, I highly suggest you do some research on the proper BC to use with them, how to place them on your body and the proper dive techniques that are unique to a DH reg. They are not hard to dive but do require a different approach to dive them to their best. Simply putting it on any BC, not paying attention to it's placement and diving it like you would a single hose reg will work but it's performance will suffer greatly, that is NOT the regs fault but rather improper use by the diver.
If you have never dove a DH reg before, I highly suggest you do some research on the proper BC to use with them, how to place them on your body and the proper dive techniques that are unique to a DH reg. They are not hard to dive but do require a different approach to dive them to their best. Simply putting it on any BC, not paying attention to it's placement and diving it like you would a single hose reg will work but it's performance will suffer greatly, that is NOT the regs fault but rather improper use by the diver.
I think he is talking about having gotten one of the "new" Kraken second stages. Yes, they are reversed, but still placed on the right side. There is a little discussion of them, and the thought process on the VDH page in the store where they are listed. The idea is that it actually may donate easier. If it doesn't work for you, the regulators are reversible. Give it a read.
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Thanks Herman and Bob.
I've got the set up correct, I just don't have a 45 deg adaptor. I looked at the alternate and indeed set up for left but installed on the right, would be easier to use in case of real emergency with your (or anybody's buddy). It just doesn't look good. It would be more difficult for yourself to use it in case something went wrong with the primary DH.
As for the BCD, I use the Hollis SMS 100 and did as much reading and researching on DH as possible. While I adjusted the set up, my wife took pictures, so I could compare with was described as proper set up. I took breaths from the reg in different positions (on dry land as closely to a normal diving position/ head forward) and yes, you feel differences in different positions.
Anyway, it's "Dry Runned
" out for now. Tomorrow, I'll take it on a dive, but make sure I have a trusted buddy next to me.
By the way; in the box was 2 neoprene sleeves. Any idea as what they are for? They are to narrow to be used to protect the DH.
Thanks!
I've got the set up correct, I just don't have a 45 deg adaptor. I looked at the alternate and indeed set up for left but installed on the right, would be easier to use in case of real emergency with your (or anybody's buddy). It just doesn't look good. It would be more difficult for yourself to use it in case something went wrong with the primary DH.
As for the BCD, I use the Hollis SMS 100 and did as much reading and researching on DH as possible. While I adjusted the set up, my wife took pictures, so I could compare with was described as proper set up. I took breaths from the reg in different positions (on dry land as closely to a normal diving position/ head forward) and yes, you feel differences in different positions.
Anyway, it's "Dry Runned
" out for now. Tomorrow, I'll take it on a dive, but make sure I have a trusted buddy next to me.By the way; in the box was 2 neoprene sleeves. Any idea as what they are for? They are to narrow to be used to protect the DH.
Thanks!
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harness pads?
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Thanks Luis, just got out of the water after first test dive. 30 minutes max 18m. Geen turtle, 5 minutes into the dive. First time I see turtle here on our housereef. Must be a good omen. The regulater worked as a charm. Indeed, positioning is everything, you can really feel when yo dive head down or other positions. It felt like I used slightly more air then ussual, but then again, first try and we had a major strong current.
As you get used to it, your air consumption will improve and after awhile you will not even notice the difference with position change, unless you are consciously thinking about it.
The most important about position is that the regulator need to be right between your shoulder blades. If it is touching your back it is the best position.
Take a look at this thread:
Vintage Double Hose • View topic - ARGONAUT DSV design information.
I posted an interesting link about air consumption and breathing underwater in that thread.
Just take your time getting used to it and most important, have fun!
Play with it and you will learn a lot. It is not only a different experience, but once you get used to it, it is a lot of fun to dive.
The most important about position is that the regulator need to be right between your shoulder blades. If it is touching your back it is the best position.
Take a look at this thread:
Vintage Double Hose • View topic - ARGONAUT DSV design information.
I posted an interesting link about air consumption and breathing underwater in that thread.
Just take your time getting used to it and most important, have fun!
Play with it and you will learn a lot. It is not only a different experience, but once you get used to it, it is a lot of fun to dive.
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Thanks Herman and Bob.
I've got the set up correct, I just don't have a 45 deg adaptor. I looked at the alternate and indeed set up for left but installed on the right, would be easier to use in case of real emergency with your (or anybody's buddy). It just doesn't look good. It would be more difficult for yourself to use it in case something went wrong with the primary DH.
As for the BCD, I use the Hollis SMS 100 and did as much reading and researching on DH as possible. While I adjusted the set up, my wife took pictures, so I could compare with was described as proper set up. I took breaths from the reg in different positions (on dry land as closely to a normal diving position/ head forward) and yes, you feel differences in different positions.
Anyway, it's "Dry Runned
By the way; in the box was 2 neoprene sleeves. Any idea as what they are for? They are to narrow to be used to protect the DH.
Thanks!
The sleeves are for your harness.
The regulator, no regulator, will have positional differences on dry land, all will underwater.
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