weight-"integration" for BP/W

[CWMurf]

I also do not like the weight belt! I tried the weights strapped to the tank, and ankle weights on the tank valve for trim. I tried attaching weights to the plate, strategically placed for trim. Eventually I made a mold and filled the recess with lead. This keeps it all below the wing maintaining the center of gravity. It is held in place with a single ss bolt and has recesses for sta or band bolts. It is not a solution for traveling but it worked out well for me.

Congratulations on finding a weighting array that works for you. If it works and is safe I say dive it!

 

[deepseafalcon]

I also do not like the weight belt! I tried the weights strapped to the tank, and ankle weights on the tank valve for trim. I tried attaching weights to the plate, strategically placed for trim. Eventually I made a mold and filled the recess with lead. This keeps it all below the wing maintaining the center of gravity. It is held in place with a single ss bolt and has recesses for sta or band bolts. It is not a solution for traveling but it worked out well for me.

Congratulations on finding a weighting array that works for you. If it works and is safe I say dive it!

if I do more local diving again, I would certainly also consider P-weights.
although there is not much room in my current plate, as the channel is very shallow.
so I would probably (also) get a heavier SS plate.
My setup really only makes sense if travel weight is a concerns, or frequently changing trim needs (different gear, change between fresh/sea/dry/wet/....)

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