Apeks Tek 3

danktex · 27th May 2008, 22:28

I am thinking of getting a set of Apeks Tek 3s to replace the DiveRite regs that came on my Meg. Anyone using them? They look like you could not ask for better routing. Plus I have always used Apeks and have all of the tools and rebuild kits. Or would I just be better off throwing a few of my DS4s on and calling it a day.

JS1scuba · 27th May 2008, 22:34

Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex)

I am thinking of getting a set of Apeks Tek 3s to replace the DiveRite regs that came on my Meg. Anyone using them? They look like you could not ask for better routing. Plus I have always used Apeks and have all of the tools and rebuild kits. Or would I just be better off throwing a few of my DS4s on and calling it a day.

If you want all the hoses to go in the same direction then the Tek3 is the only way to go. 1 HP port 3 LP ports all coming from the same direction. One for the left side one for the right side.

We have a lot of clients that have gotten these for thier CCRs and are happy with them.

Cheers

Explorer · 27th May 2008, 23:00

Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex)

I am thinking of getting a set of Apeks Tek 3s to replace the DiveRite regs that came on my Meg. Anyone using them? They look like you could not ask for better routing. Plus I have always used Apeks and have all of the tools and rebuild kits. Or would I just be better off throwing a few of my DS4s on and calling it a day.

I am looking into switching out my MK2's for the Tek 3's on my Meg. I like the idea for sure.

danktex · 27th May 2008, 23:04

Just got a price for them from my LDS. Ouch. They are really proud of them.

mverick · 28th May 2008, 01:17

Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex)

Just got a price for them from my LDS. Ouch. They are really proud of them.

That is why i still have my DS4's. lol...

Had MK20's on originally, but i trust the DS4's more.

mempilot · 28th May 2008, 03:44

Much cheaper solution unless you really want to spend all that money on balanced diamphram regulators to squirt O2 and DIL. I'm content to keep the DS4's on my offboard tanks, since that is where I need demand performance.

cameron · 28th May 2008, 04:56

I have a set on my KISS. I got them for the same price as DS4s in Canada.
They really are an amazing reg for hose routing.

Cam

danktex · 28th May 2008, 13:36

Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot)

Much cheaper solution unless you really want to spend all that money on balanced diamphram regulators to squirt O2 and DIL. I'm content to keep the DS4's on my offboard tanks, since that is where I need demand performance.

I like to keep all of my regs the same. Just makes thing simpler. But over $900 for two first stages is way too much. I will probably just get a couple more DS4s. They are bomb proof.

jdicediver · 28th May 2008, 22:43

Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex)

I like to keep all of my regs the same. Just makes thing simpler. But over $900 for two first stages is way too much. I will probably just get a couple more DS4s. They are bomb proof.

The Tek3's are perfect for the Meg. I bought a set with XTX50 second stages, (for less than $800CDN) took the DS4's off, swapped one Tek3 plunger for the altered (depth compensated) one in the DS4 O2 first stage in my COPIS, then swapped all hoses.

Then I mated the XTX50 Second Stages with the DS4's (One to be used as OC bailout) the other for a deep O2 6cuft (non-compensated) plumb-in rig. I am amazed at the Tek3’s hose routing, they tuck in nice and tight. Slightly heavier than the DS4's however, but shiny … and new.

Now…to see how everything performs with the new HUD and scoot.

Philippe GERIN · 30th May 2008, 07:24

Quote: (Originally Posted by jdicediver)

The Tek3's are perfect for the Meg.

I'd be interested in seeing pics of a Tek3 setup valves up. Anybody has that?
Best
Philippe

27th May 2008, 22:28	#1 (permalink)
danktex New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 17	Apeks Tek 3 I am thinking of getting a set of Apeks Tek 3s to replace the DiveRite regs that came on my Meg. Anyone using them? They look like you could not ask for better routing. Plus I have always used Apeks and have all of the tools and rebuild kits. Or would I just be better off throwing a few of my DS4s on and calling it a day.
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27th May 2008, 22:34	#2 (permalink)
JS1scuba RebreatherWorld Sponsor Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss MK 15.X Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ - USA Posts: 424	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex) I am thinking of getting a set of Apeks Tek 3s to replace the DiveRite regs that came on my Meg. Anyone using them? They look like you could not ask for better routing. Plus I have always used Apeks and have all of the tools and rebuild kits. Or would I just be better off throwing a few of my DS4s on and calling it a day. If you want all the hoses to go in the same direction then the Tek3 is the only way to go. 1 HP port 3 LP ports all coming from the same direction. One for the left side one for the right side. We have a lot of clients that have gotten these for thier CCRs and are happy with them. Cheers __________________ Joel Silverstein, VP COO Tech Diving Limited a Division of Scuba Training and Technology Inc. http://www.nautilusdiveplanner.com FREE NAUTILUS DIVE PLANNER DEMO - REGISTER HERE KISS # 275
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27th May 2008, 23:00	#3 (permalink)
Explorer I will teach you a..... Current Rebreather/s: Evolution Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Alberta, Canada Posts: 762	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex) I am thinking of getting a set of Apeks Tek 3s to replace the DiveRite regs that came on my Meg. Anyone using them? They look like you could not ask for better routing. Plus I have always used Apeks and have all of the tools and rebuild kits. Or would I just be better off throwing a few of my DS4s on and calling it a day. I am looking into switching out my MK2's for the Tek 3's on my Meg. I like the idea for sure. __________________ REALLY FRICKIN' TRAIN WRECKED.....
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27th May 2008, 23:04	#4 (permalink)
danktex New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 17	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Just got a price for them from my LDS. Ouch. They are really proud of them.
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28th May 2008, 01:17	#5 (permalink)
mverick ScubaPimp Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other CCR Home Build Other Rebreather/s: Other CCR Home Build Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 510	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex) Just got a price for them from my LDS. Ouch. They are really proud of them. That is why i still have my DS4's. lol... Had MK20's on originally, but i trust the DS4's more.
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28th May 2008, 04:56	#7 (permalink)
cameron Classic Kiss 124 Current Rebreather/s: Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada Posts: 247	Re: Apeks Tek 3 I have a set on my KISS. I got them for the same price as DS4s in Canada. They really are an amazing reg for hose routing. Cam __________________ Reclaim at work and CCR at home, life is good
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28th May 2008, 13:36	#8 (permalink)
danktex New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 17	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Quote: (Originally Posted by mempilot) Much cheaper solution unless you really want to spend all that money on balanced diamphram regulators to squirt O2 and DIL. I'm content to keep the DS4's on my offboard tanks, since that is where I need demand performance. I like to keep all of my regs the same. Just makes thing simpler. But over $900 for two first stages is way too much. I will probably just get a couple more DS4s. They are bomb proof.
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28th May 2008, 22:43	#9 (permalink)
jdicediver Single/burdened with cash Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Calgary, Alberta Posts: 256	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Quote: (Originally Posted by danktex) I like to keep all of my regs the same. Just makes thing simpler. But over $900 for two first stages is way too much. I will probably just get a couple more DS4s. They are bomb proof. The Tek3's are perfect for the Meg. I bought a set with XTX50 second stages, (for less than $800CDN) took the DS4's off, swapped one Tek3 plunger for the altered (depth compensated) one in the DS4 O2 first stage in my COPIS, then swapped all hoses. Then I mated the XTX50 Second Stages with the DS4's (One to be used as OC bailout) the other for a deep O2 6cuft (non-compensated) plumb-in rig. I am amazed at the Tek3’s hose routing, they tuck in nice and tight. Slightly heavier than the DS4's however, but shiny … and new. Now…to see how everything performs with the new HUD and scoot. __________________ Regards; "Alterations performed under controlled conditions, on a closed course by a qualified Closed Circuit Diver" "Some people shouldn't dive...others shouldn't even get wet".
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30th May 2008, 07:24	#10 (permalink)
Philippe GERIN ccr apprentice Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: May 2005 Location: Strasbourg, France Posts: 633	Re: Apeks Tek 3 Quote: (Originally Posted by jdicediver) The Tek3's are perfect for the Meg. I'd be interested in seeing pics of a Tek3 setup valves up. Anybody has that? Best Philippe
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