Options for leaking DSS Torus wing
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TrimixToo
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SLIME 16 oz. Tire Sealant, Squeeze Bottle Container Type - 1MRD9|10011 - Grainger!
(I say, I say, that's a *joke*, son. Don't put this stuff in a wing or BC.)
More seriously, given the current state of affairs I'd rip the likeliest seam apart and see what I could do. If all else failed, I'd go buy a wing. Life's too short to wait for someone to decide whether to reopen his shop.
(I say, I say, that's a *joke*, son. Don't put this stuff in a wing or BC.)
More seriously, given the current state of affairs I'd rip the likeliest seam apart and see what I could do. If all else failed, I'd go buy a wing. Life's too short to wait for someone to decide whether to reopen his shop.
@laikabear As others have pointed out, the use soapy water to find the leak is usually the first step; but it seems you've tried that. Sometimes an air leak will migrate under the shell and appear somewhere else. So before you start ripping, cutting, and sewing try replacing these seals. See this:
You'll need the double seal found here:
Double BC Gasket - Wing Retainer
and the gasket found here:
BC/Wing Gasket
If still no help, remove the dump assembly again. With a flashlight and mirror see if you can locate the damaged area by looking into the opening. If it's small, swab it very clean and apply Aquaseal.
You'll need the double seal found here:
Double BC Gasket - Wing Retainer
and the gasket found here:
BC/Wing Gasket
If still no help, remove the dump assembly again. With a flashlight and mirror see if you can locate the damaged area by looking into the opening. If it's small, swab it very clean and apply Aquaseal.
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laikabear
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Oh FFS. Today my drysuit developed a leak, too. What is this, a gear mutiny? (My Goodman handle on my light had one of its screws back out and disappear today, too).
The soapy water was much more successful with the suit vs. the wing, at least.
The suit is a Santi and the leak is on one of the boots, right where the Velcro strap covers it, right where they have a reputation for developing holes / wear. Grrrrrrr.
Anyway regarding the wing, I bought a new one from DGX. I'm going to stick the DSS one in the closet and if I get a chance, I'll rip a seam and see if I can patch it and re-sew it. I'll post back if I do that. Thanks for all the advice, guys. (I did already replace the inflator and took apart and put back together the dump, which didn't help).
The soapy water was much more successful with the suit vs. the wing, at least.
The suit is a Santi and the leak is on one of the boots, right where the Velcro strap covers it, right where they have a reputation for developing holes / wear. Grrrrrrr.
Anyway regarding the wing, I bought a new one from DGX. I'm going to stick the DSS one in the closet and if I get a chance, I'll rip a seam and see if I can patch it and re-sew it. I'll post back if I do that. Thanks for all the advice, guys. (I did already replace the inflator and took apart and put back together the dump, which didn't help).
StefinSB
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Not a direct answer but one reason to purchase from a brand name that has been in business for an extended time. I am all for supporting small business and entrepreneurs but it doesn’t help with your scuba gear if you can’t service or parts after a few years.
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