Tight zipper

[Dahodevil]

I found an add for a new aqualung aquaflex 7mm with a zipper that is "harder than normal to pull up"
Could this be lubed or fixed otherwise?

 

[swimmer_spe]

Bring it back to the shop. If they say it is fine, then lube it up with wax and it will be great.

 

[lowviz]

There is a reason for a hard pull.

Ask if any of the teeth are damaged (or out of line) or if the neoprene flap is chewed up from inattention. Also ask if any of the seams are starting to pull or any large tears. I have a similar Aqualung suit, I like it.

If you get all good answers, ask to get the suit on approval. If you don't like it then you just pay shipping to return.

-and, yes, wax. Each dive. Plain old cheap white paraffin wax from a hobby store.

 

[Dahodevil]

Thanks guys. I will ask those questions. If I like the answers I might get it. I didn't know if wax was safe on the wetsuit. Thanks.