FIXXERVI6
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Does anyone know any shops in DFW that will rent a set of DBL AL 80's with DIN manifold? I want to get some in water time to get my rig trimmed out and weighted properly before I head to akumal
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Crazyduck
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No good suggestions for shops-
Last time I used double Al80s with a 7mm full suit.
Placed 15lbs between the tanks and plate and then wore the rest of the weight on my weight belt. I moved the wing up one notch if memory serves me right- might be something you have to play with.
I had the worst of all worlds- 7mm suit compression and aluminum tanks.
Yuck, never again.
If you cant get exactly what you want- float check one of your al80s and see what it takes and then add the difference for you and your exposure suit and the extra tank. I am sure that you already knew that.
Have fun getting ready for the trip.
If I can help any way please feel free to give me a buzz.
Andrew
Last time I used double Al80s with a 7mm full suit.
Placed 15lbs between the tanks and plate and then wore the rest of the weight on my weight belt. I moved the wing up one notch if memory serves me right- might be something you have to play with.
I had the worst of all worlds- 7mm suit compression and aluminum tanks.
Yuck, never again.
If you cant get exactly what you want- float check one of your al80s and see what it takes and then add the difference for you and your exposure suit and the extra tank. I am sure that you already knew that.
Have fun getting ready for the trip.
If I can help any way please feel free to give me a buzz.
Andrew
Rick,,PM sent to you.
PvilleStang
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I know of a shop or two in Austin that will... but that's in Austin
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FIXXERVI6
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I sure wish I could dive 85's in akumal, that would be so much nicer than AL
Hey Rick.... who will you be diving with (shop/guide),,,,which cave system(s)??
We're going down there with what was once Tucker's Dive Shop. We'll be staying at the Villa del Rosa. There are a whole bunch of systems down there, I have no idea which we'll be doing but the plan is two dives a day for 5 days. Lots of cave.
loosebits:
Sounds like a great trek,,,,when you guys going?? I know a little about the area,,,,but have done a bit more reading on the internet about the caving,,,looks like you will get plenty of exercise!!
Crazyduck
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I am saying this as a friend
Do not allow the guides to make blind jumps. I would cover that point in the briefing before heading out. This would not be an issue with Bruce or your crew.
If necessary stop and drop your own markers and jumps.
There have been some problems recently in Mexico including moving lines and markers.
Not to get anyone upset but be aware.
Check the tank neck o-rings for leaks, if you are using manifolded doubles make sure the manifolds are not bent.
If you are using stages talk to John. He has started using the WKPP format of using the stage first and if necessary ditch the stage if you have to run for the door. Less crap to carry in emergencies.
Finally, mark your entrance/exit points. A friend of mine turned a dive early but the guide did not drop a marker at the entrance. Because of the large cavern area he could not see daylight and missed the exit jump. He surface down stream at the next cenote.
Have fun and bring back some great pictures!
Andrew
Do not allow the guides to make blind jumps. I would cover that point in the briefing before heading out. This would not be an issue with Bruce or your crew.
If necessary stop and drop your own markers and jumps.
There have been some problems recently in Mexico including moving lines and markers.
Not to get anyone upset but be aware.
Check the tank neck o-rings for leaks, if you are using manifolded doubles make sure the manifolds are not bent.
If you are using stages talk to John. He has started using the WKPP format of using the stage first and if necessary ditch the stage if you have to run for the door. Less crap to carry in emergencies.
Finally, mark your entrance/exit points. A friend of mine turned a dive early but the guide did not drop a marker at the entrance. Because of the large cavern area he could not see daylight and missed the exit jump. He surface down stream at the next cenote.
Have fun and bring back some great pictures!
Andrew
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