Connect of bolt snap to regulator and SPG

[g1138]

I used to use bungee because it was easier and less forgiving to tie than caveline. Which isn't saying much. Now I use caveline because it doesn't slip on the hose like bungee, and it doesn't indent the hose like a zip tie.

Of the choices you can have I think zipties are the hardest to cut compared to the rest of your choices. Caveline, O-rings, and bungee can all be cut easily and quickly using your serrated knife. Zipties NEED to be cut by a pair of shears, and even then getting the right angle on your SPG hose might be troublesome.

 

[tbone1004]

the point of zip ties is so you can pull them off or twist them off a LOT easier than you ever could with line. Twist off is the best thing and i've never had a hose indent, but I always put it on the metal sleeve...

 

[DevonDiver]

I used to use zip-ties, but I found they got brittle and snapped too easily after a while. After losing 3 bolt-snaps (at ~$10 a time), I got fed up with the failures. On balance, I now prefer to cut free, rather than snap free.

 

[knowone]

I thought all that crap was either connected to your tank or to your mouth

No Problemo

 

[Nitro91]

mint condition!

 

[irishsquid]

I thought all that crap was either connected to your tank or to your mouth

No Problemo

Small Hijack: That cover makes me think of what a big market new "Distressed" jeans, new "Worn Vintage" guitars, etc are. Sell old reg covers with paint, duct tape, etc. for the experienced look.

 

[DevonDiver]

I think he was going for a hi-tech carbon fibre look, but it didn't work out as planned.

 

[Peter_C]

I must say that is the first reg I have EVER SEEN with duct tape on it for any reason. I would recommend bailing wire to attach the regulator and hose to anything needed. Just carry a pair of fenceman's pliers with you.

On topic I use cave line and find it very easy to use and fairly strong, yet can be cut quickly.

 

[Captain_Bob]

I've always used cave line. Here is a video I found of how to tie it. The video shows to a light but just tie it around the hose instead. How to Attach a Snap - Dive Gear Express

 

[Hatul]

I've always used cave line. Here is a video I found of how to tie it. The video shows to a light but just tie it around the hose instead. How to Attach a Snap - Dive Gear Express

They also show there their bungee hose clip retainers.