Tight Dive Rite Valves

[akant]

I just recently built my first twinset with new Dive Rite valves and manifolds (al80 tanks). Out of the box the valve knobs are not super easy to turn. I noticed when my tanks are less pressurized that they become easier.. is there a way to adjust and resolve?

 

[Gone for diving]

If it's how I think it is.

The plastic washer holds the thrust of the air pressure, a bit of lube there may help, for a bit.
Maybe 2 washer might help.....

 

[rjack321]

I just recently built my first twinset with new Dive Rite valves and manifolds (al80 tanks). Out of the box the valve knobs are not super easy to turn. I noticed when my tanks are less pressurized that they become easier.. is there a way to adjust and resolve?

Lube the threads on the HP seats and the stem orings. You'll need to drain the tanks to get in there.

 

[happy-diver]

Get spindles that use only washers no oring