Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder

Grizz · 3rd May 2008, 01:06

I have a small hole in the bottom of my BCD air bladder .(must have set it down on something sharp ) what the best way to fix it? Will the same hole patch kit that works for the counter Lungs work?

01RMB · 3rd May 2008, 02:03

This is what is recommended by APD. You can get it from apdivingdirect.

TearAid Type B (Vinyl)

Product Code: TEARAIDB

TearAid Type B Repair Patch Kit

For use with: vinyl and vinyl-coated materials

TearAid's unique airtight, watertight, elastic composition stretches and recovers absorbing the force that causes ordinary repair products to be torn off. TearAid provides a watertight, puncture-resistant industrial-strength polyurethane patch

The elastic patch that won't pull-off when stretched

Kit contains: 3" x 12" Patch, assorted other patches, reinforcement filament, alcohol prep pads and instructions

kmev · 3rd May 2008, 02:14

Pool liner repair kit works well.

That said - eight years ago I found two small pin holes in my bladder. I covered them with a piece of duct tape. Still holding.

***Beanie*** · 3rd May 2008, 07:59

If you speak to APD or I guess SDS they will send you some patches made of the inner bladder material for free (or used to)
Then you need some glue, APD sent me some shoe sole glue (I think, its early) they charged for that though.

Outlaw Divers , Bob Bites Again (Wing Repair))

Grizz · 3rd May 2008, 18:11

Thanks to all of you!
Wes

wrecktek · 4th May 2008, 11:52

tear-aid is cheap
Cabela's -- Tear-Aid Patch Kits

I would use what AP suggests and it is easy to get.

Grizz · 22nd May 2008, 21:37

Turns out it was leaking from were the pull dump on the back screws in don't

know why it started to leak their it was plenty tight i put in an o ring then screwed it back on. seems to have fix it but it just dose not seem right i wish i could find an diagram that show the hole assembly in an exploded view

***Beanie*** · 23rd May 2008, 07:35

Quote: (Originally Posted by Grizz)

Turns out it was leaking from were the pull dump on the back screws in don't

know why it started to leak their it was plenty tight i put in an o ring then screwed it back on. seems to have fix it but it just dose not seem right i wish i could find an diagram that show the hole assembly in an exploded view

AP should have one I'm sure they'll send you one if you ask.

My patches fell off again so am in the process of re glueing

3rd May 2008, 01:06	#1 (permalink)
Grizz New Member Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: Seattle Wa. U.S.A. Posts: 41	Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder I have a small hole in the bottom of my BCD air bladder .(must have set it down on something sharp ) what the best way to fix it? Will the same hole patch kit that works for the counter Lungs work?
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3rd May 2008, 02:03	#2 (permalink)
01RMB Evolving Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2005 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 191	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder This is what is recommended by APD. You can get it from apdivingdirect. TearAid Type B (Vinyl)Product Code: TEARAIDBTearAid Type B Repair Patch Kit For use with: vinyl and vinyl-coated materials TearAid's unique airtight, watertight, elastic composition stretches and recovers absorbing the force that causes ordinary repair products to be torn off. TearAid provides a watertight, puncture-resistant industrial-strength polyurethane patch The elastic patch that won't pull-off when stretched Kit contains: 3" x 12" Patch, assorted other patches, reinforcement filament, alcohol prep pads and instructions __________________ Cheers Rod
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3rd May 2008, 02:14	#3 (permalink)
kmev New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 40	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder Pool liner repair kit works well. That said - eight years ago I found two small pin holes in my bladder. I covered them with a piece of duct tape. Still holding.
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*Beanie* Politeness officer Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In da house! yeah baby! Posts: 3,163	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder If you speak to APD or I guess SDS they will send you some patches made of the inner bladder material for free (or used to) Then you need some glue, APD sent me some shoe sole glue (I think, its early) they charged for that though. Outlaw Divers , Bob Bites Again (Wing Repair)) __________________ Beanie Gallery Admin & Library Assistant. www.outlawdivers.org.uk www.beandiving.co.uk www.beanengineering.co.uk www.divelife.co.uk
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Grizz New Member Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: Seattle Wa. U.S.A. Posts: 41	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder Thanks to all of you! Wes
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wrecktek New Member Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Inspiration Vision Other Rebreather/s: MK 15.X Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: usa Posts: 8	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder tear-aid is cheap Cabela's -- Tear-Aid Patch Kits I would use what AP suggests and it is easy to get.
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Grizz New Member Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2006 Location: Seattle Wa. U.S.A. Posts: 41	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder Turns out it was leaking from were the pull dump on the back screws in don't know why it started to leak their it was plenty tight i put in an o ring then screwed it back on. seems to have fix it but it just dose not seem right i wish i could find an diagram that show the hole assembly in an exploded view
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23rd May 2008, 07:35	#8 (permalink)
*Beanie* Politeness officer Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Vision Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: In da house! yeah baby! Posts: 3,163	Re: Pin hole in Evolution BC Bladder Quote: (Originally Posted by Grizz) Turns out it was leaking from were the pull dump on the back screws in don't know why it started to leak their it was plenty tight i put in an o ring then screwed it back on. seems to have fix it but it just dose not seem right i wish i could find an diagram that show the hole assembly in an exploded view AP should have one I'm sure they'll send you one if you ask. My patches fell off again so am in the process of re glueing __________________ Beanie Gallery Admin & Library Assistant. www.outlawdivers.org.uk www.beandiving.co.uk www.beanengineering.co.uk www.divelife.co.uk
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