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Congrats evad, I must admit I am a little jealous! I am still waiting to get my p-valve but it will be soon. I can not imagine how relieved and much more enjoyable your dive was. I will also note your expression "yow" for the delicate nature of the body member!
Sounds like a good question for the best solvent to use to help ease the removal process. Enjoy the new valve, hope all goes well!
CamG Keep diving....keep training....keep learning!