Scubapro regulator questions

[moonlanddiver]

Purchased a like new second hand mk17 with a g550 and an r180 for my daughters first set up. We are cold water divers, and new to diving. There is little on the g550 out there, and I was wondering if anyone had any experience with this set up or has an idea on how to upgrade it if necessary.

 

[davehicks]

That's a good setup that could last for decades. My only suggestion is to get two "high end" 2nd stages, replacing the r180 (??) with another g550 or similar. I'm not sure there is an r180 model, but the r190 is unbalanced. It's ok, but not as good as a balanced model. I personally like to have a matched set of 2nd stages for a variety of reasons.

 

[lexvil]

Are you sure it’s a “G” and nor an ”S” 550?

 

[happy-diver]

Magnificent!

 

[moonlanddiver]

That's a good setup that could last for decades. My only suggestion is to get two "high end" 2nd stages, replacing the r180 (??) with another g550 or similar. I'm not sure there is an r180 model, but the r190 is unbalanced. It's ok, but not as good as a balanced model. I personally like to have a matched set of 2nd stages for a variety of reasons.

That's a good setup that could last for decades. My only suggestion is to get two "high end" 2nd stages, replacing the r180 (??) with another g550 or similar. I'm not sure there is an r180 model, but the r190 is unbalanced. It's ok, but not as good as a balanced model. I personally like to have a matched set of 2nd stages for a variety of reasons.

Your right, r190. Thanks for the input.

 

[moonlanddiver]

Are you sure it’s a “G” and nor an ”S” 550?

Right! S550. Butchered those model names something good. Mk17/s550/r190. Sorry…

 

[lexvil]

Right! S550. Butchered those model names something good. Mk17/s550/r190. Sorry…

The good news is the S 550 is an excellent second and can easily be converted to an S600. The R 190 is also a good basic octo, very simple and reliable, MK 17 is excellent as well.

 

[moonlanddiver]

I appreciate your advice.

 

[moonlanddiver]

What do I need to convert the s550?

 

[lexvil]

What do I need to convert the s550?

The adjustment know assembly, around $35or so, to completely change it you also need the front cover and purge cover but those are completely unnecessary.