Tool advice

[Dive New]

Hi. I just bought a BC, regulator package. I was looking up assembly of the octo and wondering what tool or tools are the best for a non-tech diver to own. I've seen that all in one tool and tool packages which are priced about the same; is one better than the other or is it a preference thing?
Thanks

 

[rongoodman]

This little multi-tool from XS Scuba and and small adjustable wrench or two will cover most of your needs.

 

[knotical]

As with so many things, it depends.
If you are mostly a travelling diver, then lighter weight can be a benefit.
Are you anticipating basic tasks or re-builds? If re-builds, some models of regs are a lot easier to service with certain specialized tools.
Are you likely to be working on just regulators or (for example) BCs and cylinder valves as well?
No multi-tool or kit matched the likely jobs I anticipated, so first doing a task analysis and then gathering my own tool kit (and spare parts) made sense to me.

 

[Doc Harry]

Forget the all-in-one B.S.

Get real tools.

 

[TSandM]

The Scuba Tools are handy, but if you buy one, make sure it's stainless. The others rust almost instantly in a salt spray environment. We also find a small connected set of Allen wrenches to be useful. A brass o-ring pick can come in handy (removing damaged o-ring from yoke tanks, for example).

 

[Malpaso]

5/8" and 9/16" open end wrench, 5/32" hex drive, adjustable wrench.

 

[uncfnp]

Trident Deluxe Diver's Tool Kit Set Scuba Dive Diving Travel Camping Boating | Amazon.com: Outdoor Recreation

This is the one I keep in the dive kit for easy access and quick adjustments. And for travel. Could be used for boats too but most that I've been on keep a good supply on board themselves.

Or you can put together something similar yourself.

 

[lowviz]

Buy one of everything that Peterbuilt used to sell. God, I miss them Put all that in a waterproof box. Get an O-ring kit. Done.

 

[dumpsterDiver]

Make like a real diver and get rusty vice grip pliers.. And allen wrenches and the other important tool is an intermediate pressure gauge.. That is a very important tool if you are going to mess with your gear.

 

[knotical]

... Peterbuilt ... God, I miss them ...

They're still around, under new ownership: Scuba Tools