Doubling Steel 72s

[halocline]

I have the piranha bands as well, and I bought a 200bar iso manifold from them. I really enjoy my double 72s. They're doubles you can actually pick up without getting a hernia.

 

[Rainer]

We have Highland (6.9") bands on our 72s. I'm sure you can find a set used. Very nice, light doubles.

 

[Jimmer]

Hi, I have a set of double 72's, and I got the bands from Vic AKA "Detroit Mudpuppy" here on the board. Send him a PM, and tell him Jimmer sent you. I have 3 sets of doubles, all with bands from Vic, and they are fantastic quality. Every bit as good as Highlands, for a lot less money. And before anyone says anything, yes I have owned a set of Highlands.

Jim

 

[kramynot2000]

I'm in the process of doubling up some 72's right now. As soon as I get my 2nd tank back from hydro I'll put the set together. I got my bands off the auction site from carpv. He (or she) is located in southern cal. I haven't assembled the doubles yet, but the bands look great.

 

[bevansmw]

I've been looking at doing this as well with my LP 72's, what size manifold should be used with the 6.9" bands?

 

[Jimmer]

I've been looking at doing this as well with my LP 72's, what size manifold should be used with the 6.9" bands?

Standard 215mm centre to centre.

 

[duckbill]

Standard 215mm centre to centre.

But only with 175mm cylinders.

8 1/8" spacing was a standard manifold size for the old 6.9" cylinders.

 

[chimaera]

great information here . Thanks guys. I am starting the process of putting a set together myself.

 

[GForceV]

Thanks for the great responses!
Regarding the 6.9 inch Piranha bands, does anyone know if the HOG manifold has the correct spacing that will work with it?

 

[lowviz]

Any one have any other ideas on where 6.9" bands can be bought? Thanks in advance!

simonbeans suggested a supplier in http://www.scubaboard.com/forums/vi.../357102-got-free-pair-double-50s-today-2.html --> The Peanut King - Vintage Scuba

Nice tanks, anybody know how long they last? -I'm running out of room for hydro stamps...


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