Putting zippers in a wetsuit???

[rboyer]

Anybody know if you can have zippers put in a wetsuit ankles and wrists? They are like 5mil+???
If yo know where it would really help im in the Kansas City Area.
Thanks

 

[BigJetDriver]

You certainly can. I have done so with several suits. I do not, however, know anyone in your area.

Try here: http://www.aquaflite.com/options.html

Scuba Board staff at your service!

 

[ScubaSarus]

After seeing my freind hop around taking off his suit. Zippers are a good idea in all suits. Good choice of action.

 

[spectrum]

Sure they can be added. The hardest part is finding a capable source for the modifications. Be sure that a sealing flap or preferably a pleated baffle are added or the seepage will make the difficult doning look like a better idea.

Many of the custom makes mentioned in this forum will accept others suits for modification. Unless the suits are near new in excellent condition the $$ for 4 added zippers may make a new suit an attractive option.

Pete

 

[millersacre]

often times shoe and boot repair shops will add zippers to almost anything at a reasonable price, and if their machines will sew leather it should sew your wetsuit
Bob

 

[BrianS]

I'm sure they can sew it, but do they have the right zippers and do they have the material to use for backing? Doubtful.