Removing Clamps?????????

Deepwreck · 2nd July 2007, 14:54

I was just thinking about removing the two clamps directly behind my wing on the MEG head. These clamps are hard to get on and off when my system is rigged up, and I was thinking that they won't matter.

So here I am asking the question, If I remove them will I have any problems with the head coming off or other problems I havent thought of yet?

Any feed back would be nice.

Thanks.

Skipbreather · 2nd July 2007, 15:55

Quote: (Originally Posted by Deepwreck)

I was just thinking about removing the two clamps directly behind my wing on the MEG head. These clamps are hard to get on and off when my system is rigged up, and I was thinking that they won't matter.

So here I am asking the question, If I remove them will I have any problems with the head coming off or other problems I havent thought of yet?

Any feed back would be nice.

Thanks.

I’ve seen it done- and seen leaks head-to-can at depth on the rig. I chose not to do it, instead wrestling w/ the clamps in the then configuration. I’ve since moved on to my custom built minimalist carbon backplate/ stand that had, as one of many design goals, latch clearance as a requirement.

Depending on how big the interference is, you could file or Dremel off the inside corner of the latch handle a bit to greatly increase its clearance to your wing/ backplate/ whatever w/o causing any reduction in latch holding power. Just be sure to completely smooth out any sharp edges to prevent cutting your wing.

Good luck.

decoweenie · 3rd July 2007, 09:55

I only use 2 clamps (on the outside) on mine since I got the unit Dec-2006. The last owner dived as such for many years.

So far, I haven't seen any massive leak down to 92m (knock on wood!)

Chris · 3rd July 2007, 10:27

Removed one of mine as it was difficult to get to under the dump on the wing. I usually don't bother doing up the other one either as its a PITA so usually dive with just the two outer clips.

Cheers
Chriso

jeff h · 13th July 2007, 16:03

Deepwreck,

I removed mine the week after our class and have never looked back. I even put undersized o-rings on the head so it is easier to remove and still no leaks.

-Jeff

***diverklondike*** · 13th July 2007, 16:31

I am aware of several people that have tried this. Half of them continue to do it... the other half have had leaking and no longer do it...

Mark

zoo_diver · 30th July 2007, 18:42

When you guys say clamps -- are you talking about the clamps that hold the head on the can? Are you considering/already have taken two of them off?

**wedivebc** · 30th July 2007, 23:41

Quote: (Originally Posted by Deepwreck)

I was just thinking about removing the two clamps directly behind my wing on the MEG head. These clamps are hard to get on and off when my system is rigged up, and I was thinking that they won't matter.

So here I am asking the question, If I remove them will I have any problems with the head coming off or other problems I havent thought of yet?

Any feed back would be nice.

Thanks.

I know someone who broke 2 off and never replaced them. He does a lot of diving too. I'm too chicken myself

Deepwreck · 31st July 2007, 14:29

I took the two behind the backplate off and like the way I don't need to unhook then inorder to get the head off. I found that as long as I pushed the head down all the way before I clamped the head I don't see any movement in the head from then on. I just got back from diving the Norness to 285' and the two clamps held just fine.

2nd July 2007, 14:54	#1 (permalink)
Deepwreck Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 112	Removing Clamps????????? I was just thinking about removing the two clamps directly behind my wing on the MEG head. These clamps are hard to get on and off when my system is rigged up, and I was thinking that they won't matter. So here I am asking the question, If I remove them will I have any problems with the head coming off or other problems I havent thought of yet? Any feed back would be nice. Thanks. __________________ OC is for Bailout! Go Big, then go home.
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2nd July 2007, 15:55	#2 (permalink)
Skipbreather WAY past the barber pole Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet MK 15.X Home Build Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA Posts: 528	Re: Removing Clamps????????? Quote: (Originally Posted by Deepwreck) I was just thinking about removing the two clamps directly behind my wing on the MEG head. These clamps are hard to get on and off when my system is rigged up, and I was thinking that they won't matter. So here I am asking the question, If I remove them will I have any problems with the head coming off or other problems I havent thought of yet? Any feed back would be nice. Thanks. I’ve seen it done- and seen leaks head-to-can at depth on the rig. I chose not to do it, instead wrestling w/ the clamps in the then configuration. I’ve since moved on to my custom built minimalist carbon backplate/ stand that had, as one of many design goals, latch clearance as a requirement. Depending on how big the interference is, you could file or Dremel off the inside corner of the latch handle a bit to greatly increase its clearance to your wing/ backplate/ whatever w/o causing any reduction in latch holding power. Just be sure to completely smooth out any sharp edges to prevent cutting your wing. Good luck. __________________ "Entropy RULES! Enjoy the interim."
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3rd July 2007, 09:55	#3 (permalink)
decoweenie Crash Test Dummy Current Rebreather/s: Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Cairo Posts: 5,510	Re: Removing Clamps????????? I only use 2 clamps (on the outside) on mine since I got the unit Dec-2006. The last owner dived as such for many years. So far, I haven't seen any massive leak down to 92m (knock on wood!) __________________ "...after a while you get bored offering advice to a bull that like to keep butting the fence with its head rather than walking through the open gate..." - Rebreather World PM
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3rd July 2007, 10:27	#4 (permalink)
Chris Go Nude Or Go Home Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Megalodon Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 601	Re: Removing Clamps????????? Removed one of mine as it was difficult to get to under the dump on the wing. I usually don't bother doing up the other one either as its a PITA so usually dive with just the two outer clips. Cheers Chriso __________________ Megalodon Sorb and Sensors whilst in Australia www.divetub.com.au Diving & Photography @ www.uwphotog.com
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13th July 2007, 16:03	#5 (permalink)
jeff h New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Michigan Posts: 89	Re: Removing Clamps????????? Deepwreck, I removed mine the week after our class and have never looked back. I even put undersized o-rings on the head so it is easier to remove and still no leaks. -Jeff
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13th July 2007, 16:31	#6 (permalink)
*diverklondike* Moderator Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other CCR Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Delaware, USA Posts: 1,462	Re: Removing Clamps????????? I am aware of several people that have tried this. Half of them continue to do it... the other half have had leaking and no longer do it... Mark
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30th July 2007, 18:42	#7 (permalink)
zoo_diver Is it snack time yet? Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Megalodon Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Suffolk, VA Posts: 248	Re: Removing Clamps????????? When you guys say clamps -- are you talking about the clamps that hold the head on the can? Are you considering/already have taken two of them off?
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30th July 2007, 23:41	#8 (permalink)
wedivebc FIGJAM Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Other Rebreather/s: Not Bought Yet Inspiration Classic Sport Kiss Other CCR Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Vancouver Island BC Canada Posts: 1,358	Re: Removing Clamps????????? Quote: (Originally Posted by Deepwreck) I was just thinking about removing the two clamps directly behind my wing on the MEG head. These clamps are hard to get on and off when my system is rigged up, and I was thinking that they won't matter. So here I am asking the question, If I remove them will I have any problems with the head coming off or other problems I havent thought of yet? Any feed back would be nice. Thanks. I know someone who broke 2 off and never replaced them. He does a lot of diving too. I'm too chicken myself __________________ Cheers, Dave.... Man is the only animal burdened with the knowledge he will eventually die
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31st July 2007, 14:29	#9 (permalink)
Deepwreck Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Minnesota Posts: 112	Re: Removing Clamps????????? I took the two behind the backplate off and like the way I don't need to unhook then inorder to get the head off. I found that as long as I pushed the head down all the way before I clamped the head I don't see any movement in the head from then on. I just got back from diving the Norness to 285' and the two clamps held just fine. __________________ OC is for Bailout! Go Big, then go home.
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