MR22 "old style" versus "new style"?

[petronius]

Can anyone tell me the difference between the "old style" MR22 and the new version? I keep seeing "old style" in ads and I can't figure out what it means. If the reg is described as having a 'new tri-material seat', does that mean it's new style?

Also, I've heard that Mares has the 'free parts for life' deal, but I never see it mentioned in ads. Does Mares provide free parts kits?

Thanks...

 

[Phil Mintz]

The new "22" 1st stage is smaller and lighter than the older "22". Depending on when you bought your "old 22" it could have been a V22. This could then have been upgraded to the MR22 with the Tri-Material valve which all of Mares current Rgeulators use. If you bought an "old 22" in the past 2 years it was most likely already an MR22. It would be clearly stated on the body of the Regulator.

Hope this helps.

Phil

 

[petronius]

The new "22" 1st stage is smaller and lighter than the older "22". Depending on when you bought your "old 22" it could have been a V22. This could then have been upgraded to the MR22 with the Tri-Material valve which all of Mares current Rgeulators use. If you bought an "old 22" in the past 2 years it was most likely already an MR22. It would be clearly stated on the body of the Regulator.

Hope this helps.

Phil

That does help; thank you.

I'm still confused about the parts issue, however - if I buy a new Mares reg in the US, does Mares provide free parts kits for routine service for as long as I own the reg?

(Haven't bought it yet, but I'm leaning that way... )