Thinking of replacing current regulator

[Allen-1]

I have an Oceanic DX3 with Oceanic Alpha 1 primary and octo that I've been thinking about replacing. I already knew that the units are older, and that parts are in short supply for them. I have service kits for the regulator itself, but nothing for the primary or octo.

I reached out to Oceanic for help identifying the components and their response included that the primary/octo aren't serviceable and that they wouldn't dive them. That's got me thinking more strongly about replacing.


1) I like the system I've got - a lot.
2) I'm basically a warm water vacation diver, (Honduras/Florida)
3) Mostly Nitrox, but nothing over 36%, (so the 40% ceiling on units isn't a factor).
4) I need (2) HP ports - SPG and Sending Unit
5) I need (3) LP ports - inflator, primary and octo
6) I'd kind of like to get the same unit, only newer - see 1.

In line with that, I've been looking at
1) Oceanic Delta 5 edx
2) Oceanic Alpha 8 + SP5
3) Oceanic Alpha 10 DCX

So, I started looking online at reviews - and it's just overwhelming. There are a zillion plus five options and I'm lost. And that's only with Oceanic. So, I'm looking for suggestions/recommendations/opinions - and this seems like the right place to ask for that.

Thanks.

 

[bradlw]

I recently posted a reg model/brand question.....
channeling my inner carnac to predict the replies you'll get.....

Look at Deep Six regulators.

I know not much about them....but I'm shopping too and they look good, albeit not the cheapest descent regulators out there. I'm considering them.

 

[rongoodman]

Deep Six

 

[scrane]

Dive Gear Express!

 

[Divin'Papaw]

Why Oceanic?

I'd HIGHLY recommend Deep 6. I've recently purchased a full Deep 6 Expedition 'Signature' series set and I really, really like it.

Dive Rite is also very good. I have an XT1/XT4 set. But I do prefer the Deep 6.

Deep 6 Gear

www.deep6gear.com

 

[davecampbell]

your profile says you're in Georgia.... absolutely go for Deep 6. They're located so close to you it's ridiculous.

 

[RyanT]

Another vote for Deep6. Great regs and great customer service!

 

[drewh1]

Well I like my scubapro but wouldn't buy another. They are restrictive and expensive about servicing.

 

[NothingClever]

Deep 6 for the win.

 

[fred32176]

Since you are a warm water diver, look at the scubapro MK11 and C370. I have one and love how easy it breathes. Parts and service are available pretty much everywhere. Service is every other year or 100 dives.