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GlennL
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I would like to get it to conform to the era. What type of valve would have com in n this tank in the 50’s? I am interested in frolicking in a vintage getup one day.
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ScubaBunga
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I have one with a J-valve so it would be something like this: http://scubabunga.com/projects/vci/tankpics/fun/m_IMG_1253.JPG
I have another value that doesn't have the reserve pull - it's just straight up with that twist to open on top.
it should be a steel 72 from pst. I have several but only one left with the 1/2" valve.
I have another value that doesn't have the reserve pull - it's just straight up with that twist to open on top.
it should be a steel 72 from pst. I have several but only one left with the 1/2" valve.
Bob DBF
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Most likely it came with a post valve. Healthways-valve
Although the j-valve was out in the '50's, @Sam Miller III might have the year off the top of his head, a lot of divers continued using post valves. I still have a '59 old steel 72 with its original post valve.
Bob
Although the j-valve was out in the '50's, @Sam Miller III might have the year off the top of his head, a lot of divers continued using post valves. I still have a '59 old steel 72 with its original post valve.
Bob
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Wow, Congrats on the hydro!
I wouldn't clean it, but instead ask around some of the equipment manufactures if they have any "Vintage" stickers.Maybe one would 'rent' it from you to display at DEMA which would attract alot of booth attention, especially since it passed hydro. Rent might mean free stuff instead of dollars too.
Very cool tank that will get alot of oo's and ahh's from respected divers. Definitely needs a J-valve and a double hose reg.
Great find !!
captain
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Once clean paint it with,
ZRC Galvilite - Products - ZRC Worldwide
using a foam roller, 3 coats, allow to cure for 2 weeks.
ZRC Galvilite - Products - ZRC Worldwide
using a foam roller, 3 coats, allow to cure for 2 weeks.
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GlennL
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Thanks for the info guys! Keep it coming!
2airishuman
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The I valve, aka post valve, would be correct. A J valve may also be correct.
AfterDark
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Does that stamp indicate 2150 psi? As in ICC 3AA2150, most 72's were 2250psi
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GlennL
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yeah 2150
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GlennL
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This stuff cleaned up some of the rust
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