removing attached zip rings

[imtoad]

Hi,
I have Zip seals installed on my TLS350 and I am having latex allergy problems that cause my neck to have nasty scab rings. I've tried using Bio-Seals but they destroy the latex, even the heavyweight, almost immediately. I want to switch to the Si-Tech silicone system so the DUI system needs to be removed. I am severely challenged financially at the moment and would prefer to remove it myself. I have access to a heat gun. Does anyone know if this is possible as a DIY project?
Thank you, Hilary

 

[c5diver]

i know dui is in the process of getting silicone seals out in zipseal it looks like june
DUI introduces 10 new drysuit products in 2011
you can try to plead your case to them as a "test diver" worth a try if you cant wait till june.

 

[imtoad]

Great idea! Thank you. I already have three days of diving lined up for March and I've only put off Feb. plans until I get the situation figured out. I usually dive the Channel Islands year round so waiting until June doesn't work for me.
Thanks again, Hilary

 

[c5diver]

well you could look at zipgloves, or you could trim back a zip seal and use a si tech quick cuff system with silicone seal. saving the zipseals system until the new seals come out

 

[rongoodman]

The guys at Dive Right In Scuba will do it. I don't know whether they would be willing to provide you with any guidance over the phone, but you could ask.

 

[KathyIGH]

Hi Hilary,

This is Kathy with DUI. I saw your post. You mention an allergy to latex and a nasty scab ring. On our website we have a small bulletin board and this topic was brought up. That conversation is available at DUI - Diving Unlimited International - Neck rash

Are you having issues with the latex wrist seals?

If you review the thread I mention - it discusses that the skin on the neck is super sensitive... much more so than the wrist. You can try and use something to create a barrier between the seal and your neck.

If you have a latex allergy this would not solve the problem.

YES we are coming out with silicone ZipSeals. This is scheduled out mid-year and we are excited! More information will be coming out.... We have some information posted at DUI introduces 10 new drysuit products in 2011

I hope this helps.

Thank you,

Kathy