Paladin
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Did you take the time to check your just serviced gear before you left the shop?
Of course.
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Did you take the time to check your just serviced gear before you left the shop?
FWIW, here's a "minimum" list of tools you should own before working on your Hog:
Set of combination wrenches from 1/2" thru 7/8" (Please don't use an adjustable wrench)
Set of metric hex wrenches
3/16" hex wrench (port plugs)
O-ring Pick(s)
3/16" flat screwdriver
Scuba Tool's first stage handle (SKU# 20-115-100)
Work space with more than adequate lighting and maybe some magnifying ability as well
Cleaning materials (I use an ultrasonic cleaner with an expensive solution, but many use a brush and vinegar)
Wash area
Clean & dry air supply
IP (Intermediate Pressure) Gauge
Magnehelic Gauge (or a bowl of water)
Books: Regulator Savvy by Peter Wolfinger and/or Scuba Regulator Manual by Vance Harlow
Overkill. They should never be tightened that severely to need a line wrench. I own several sets, both in wrench and socket configurations and have never felt the need to use them while working on a reg.I use hose wrenches (fuel line wrenches) rather than combination wrenches.
Only curmudgeons with old BCs that used CO2 cartridges would have one hanging around. I'm admitting nothing here, but the Scubatool device has both the LP and HP ends.In many cases you can substitute a CO2 cartridge for a first stage handle.
Wow, it varies widely depending on the vehicle in question. Unfortunately, most mechanics ignore the hydraulic system when they "hang" a set of pads. They don't turn the rotors and they are quite cavalier about the hardware. Run the hydraulics dry on an ABS system and you have just created a whole lot of work.What's more complicated, changing out a set of brake pads or servicing a regulator? You do them at rather similar intervals.
Did you take the time to check your just serviced gear before you left the shop?
Pete, reading this board over the last few years I can't I agree with that. The impression I have gotten from the majority of posts is that they want to (or suggest brands that allow it) save the costs of servicing. It's possible that it comes down to perception, as our perceptions are our reality.
Item | Price | QTY | Total |
Class - SDI Cylinder & Valve Technician | $250.00 | $0.00 | |
Class - TDI O2 Service Technician | $250.00 | $0.00 | |
Class - TDI HOS Regularor Service Technician | $250.00 | 1 | $250.00 |
Reg Savvy | $32.00 | 1 | $32.00 |
1st Stg Handle | $29.00 | 1 | $29.00 |
Dual Drive inline adj tool | $69.00 | 1 | $69.00 |
ChristoLube | $32.00 | 1 | $32.00 |
O-ring pick set, soft brass | $12.50 | 1 | $12.50 |
O-ring pick set, 5 pieces | $8.75 | 1 | $8.75 |
3/8" Drive Dial Torque Wrench | $149.70 | 1 | $149.70 |
Hook pin spanner (1.5" / 1/8" pin) | $9.76 | 1 | $9.76 |
Hook spanner #6 | $14.00 | 2 | $28.00 |
Hook sppner pin 1/8" for #6 | $2.00 | 2 | $4.00 |
Thin Jaw Adjustable Wrench | $40.00 | 1 | $40.00 |
Lighted Magnafier | $10.00 | 1 | $10.00 |
Imperial long hex bit sockets | $23.00 | 1 | $23.00 |
Metric long hex bit sockets | $15.00 | 1 | $15.00 |
Metric hex key set (incl. 7mm key) | $18.00 | 1 | $18.00 |
Imperial Hex key set | $0.00 | 1 | $0.00 |
Ultrasonic cleaner | $84.95 | 1 | $84.95 |
2nd Stage cap remove | $10.00 | 1 | $10.00 |
Guage for dual drive adjusting tool | $25.00 | 1 | $25.00 |
DIN Retainer Tool | $29.00 | 1 | $29.00 |
HP Restrictor Bullet O'Ring Kit | $8.50 | 1 | $8.50 |
Orifice/Valve T-Handle | $23.00 | 1 | $23.00 |
Schrader Valve Tool (1.65" BIT) | $6.00 | 1 | $6.00 |
HOG D1 1st Stage Service Kit | $20.00 | 2 | $40.00 |
HOG D1 2nd Stage Service Kit | $15.00 | 2 | $30.00 |
HOG D2 2st Stage Service Kit | $20.00 | $0.00 | |
HOG D1 Soft Face Cover | $8.00 | $0.00 | |
Materials | $737.16 | ||
W/Class | $737.16 | ||
Class | $250.00 | 1 | $250.00 |
SDI - Visual Inspection Procedures book | $23.80 | $0.00 | |
OPV Removal Tools | $13.00 | 1 | $13.00 |
Pit Guage | $23.31 | 1 | $23.31 |
Tank plugs | $4.00 | 1 | $4.00 |
Tank neck brush | $16.25 | 1 | $16.25 |
Thermo Valve Service Kit | $16.00 | $0.00 | |
Viton O-Rings (Individual Asst) | $1.00 | $0.00 | |
All-in-One Thermo Valve Repair Tool | $50.00 | 1 | $50.00 |
Inflator Service Tool (DSS) | $8.50 | 1 | $8.50 |
Viton O-Rings (Pack of 50) | $25.00 | $0.00 | |
Tumbler | $200.00 | $0.00 | |
Dental 3x Magnafier | $16.00 | 1 | $16.00 |
Materials | $131.06 | ||
w/Class | $381.06 | ||
Total | $1,118.22 |
Yes, all of our's do. We go over their repaired gear and how to test their gear.Does the average customer know how to check a regulator after service?