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    Zero to hero Divemaster program in 30 days - thoughts?

    Zero to dive master in 30 days. Those dive organisations that promote this type of training tactics should not be allowed to continue in this manner. Again MONEY rears its ugly head putting profits before safety. I've been an instructor for some 10 years and I'm shocked by the lack of...
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    wetsuit questions

    Hi Konacoffeediver well done on your AOW certification. Go for a suit that has reversable seals that way you can adjust the ammount of water flushing through
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    Aladin Air Z Nitrox Battery change

    I see from the posts concerning Aladin battery changes that some members have located the web site that tells you how. I've used this site and have changed no end of computer batteries sucessfully. I also change batteries in Suunto stingers,D9's D6's and most of the computers with DIY battery...
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    How long can an Al tank be filled?

    Hi Jim 2386 Aloy cylinders have a long service life. My luxfer cylinder was manufactured in the eighties and is still going stong. It's tested every 2.5 yrs in the UK with a hydro every other test. It may also require a current eddy test which ensures that the neck/valve threaded area is'nt...
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    Reg servicing pricing Apeks vs Aqualung

    Hi Watchouttheyspit Regards your reg service costs. I service Apeks regs in the UK and my costs inc parts average about $90-$100 based on present exchange rate.Average service charge for servicing here is $35 plus parts. Aqualung tend to be slightly cheaper.Have noticed that service kits for...
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    Low Pressure Hose for Drysuit

    Hi B.L.Justice Welcome to the world of dry suit diving. Salt water will not mess up your hose as it will have a valve to stop this from happening. If you do not wish to keep removing and refitting the hose trap it under your tank cumberband strap when you are wet suit diving. If you have not...
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    Sharm advice

    Hi Henny Try Explorers Tours. Ocean Lodge at Ras Um Sid is a good location 15 min cab drive from Nama Bay.Good outfit I've never had any problems with them and prices are good as well. Basic rule with this company dive depth is limited to your training certification. Good Diving. Les padi613
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    Aladin Sport battery change

    Hi from padi613 In your May post you state that the cost of renewing the battery was quite high. You will of now had the computer repaired or thrown it away. For the record batteries for this unit cost aprox; $7-10. repair service times in the UK are $50-60. In my work as a qualified scuba...
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    padi613

    Hi all fellow divers, from the UK. Have been registered with SB for a while and at last decided to introduce myself. Located in South East England. Qualified instructor and diving Technician and run a small scuba test and service centre. Will be posting more info on any interesting items...
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