Seaquest Balance BC with PST E8-130?

[DiegoDiver]

Just looking for a couple of opinions. I have a M/L Sequest Balance BC which is stated to have 36 lbs of lift. I will probably be investing in a backplate/W Wings setup down the road. However, in the mean time, do you think this BC is capable of handling a steel PST E8-130 tank?

Another question, what kind of weight should I be using (need) with this tank and the following setup, if, in fact, my BC is ok to use:

I know, I will do a bouyancy test myself, but just looking for opinions.

I weigh 190 lbs.
Seaquest Balance BC, M/L size w/ 36 lbs. lift.
Use a Tilos 7/5 mm wetsuit with booties, gloves and hood.
San Diego Cold Water Diving.

Thanks

 

[matt_unique]

I had the same BC (same size, etc.) and I dove with a LP steel 120 without any problem. I don't recall the weight off the top of my head but it would certainly be heavier than a HP 130.

--Matt