3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve.

deanc · 25th June 2007, 14:48

3 more to the growing list of Steve trained Megs.

Mine to stay in Perth.
Gregv to return to New Zealand.
Theo back to Syndey.

Positively satisfied with diving this way, and with the excellent instruction.

Still to get an efficient 1.6 O2 purge at 6m (work still under progress), and an efficient cross-the-arms dil flush too!

One interesting 'feature' that I discovered is a virtually flood-proof OTS lung with bottom vent valve.

When I loosened off the setting on the vent valve for a boom-drill stage-bottle OC ascent from 20m, the vent valve came completely off in my hands. Just do as I did, ascend slowly head up, surface swim 200m forwards keeping head up, climb up the rocks, walk to the cars, open the can and not a drop of water inside. Quitely confident as I could feel the air in the lungs the whole time. One inch of water in the bottom lung. Back diving again in 10 minutes.

We did try for a buddy to screw the fitting back on under water, but the internals were loose inside the lung, but that could have been done with a little more perseverence.

As far as predive checklists go the answer is yes, yes, maybe and yes. Make up your own questions to suit those answers!

Looking forward to the diving, then mix course, in due time.

sven · 25th June 2007, 15:21

Congratulations on passing the course & Welcome to the DARK SIDE

Remember: We have cookies.

deanc · 25th June 2007, 16:25

Cheers, Sven. I say that Dive Log articles on Sydney Project dives have made interesting reading, subconsciously somewhat of an influence on the move.

MrClive · 25th June 2007, 17:31

well done lads, im heading over to perth myself in august, looking forward in meeting up with steve

deanc · 25th June 2007, 18:27

Good, then if you are coming, find out the Image dive schedule (LukeN). Dives often come up at short notice, when the weather and numbers of interested divers align.

Andy Del · 25th June 2007, 21:04

Quote: (Originally Posted by sven)

Remember: We have cookies.

Specifically, the cookies are behind the kitchen counter on the right side at Bazza's...

**wedivebc** · 25th June 2007, 23:03

Congratulations on your new meg!

Quote: (Originally Posted by deanc)

One interesting 'feature' that I discovered is a virtually flood-proof OTS lung with bottom vent valve.

When I loosened off the setting on the vent valve for a boom-drill stage-bottle OC ascent from 20m, the vent valve came completely off in my hands. Just do as I did, ascend slowly head up, surface swim 200m forwards keeping head up, climb up the rocks, walk to the cars, open the can and not a drop of water inside. Quitely confident as I could feel the air in the lungs the whole time. One inch of water in the bottom lung. Back diving again in 10 minutes.

.

I have seen this happen on several new units and it should be checked every dive. It seems whoever is installing them these days hasn't heard about "Leon tight"

**DeepBlueInnovation** · 25th June 2007, 23:33

Quote: (Originally Posted by wedivebc)

It seems whoever is installing them these days hasn't heard about "Leon tight"

Don't think I want to know about "Leon tight" either....

Congrats on passing the course guys, Looking forward to another Rebreather on the boat Dean!

**almity1** · 26th June 2007, 00:17

Quote: (Originally Posted by deanc)

3 more to the growing list of Steve trained Megs.

Still to get an efficient 1.6 O2 purge at 6m (work still under progress), and an efficient cross-the-arms dil flush too!

Hey Mate

Got back late last night.

Nice to have meet you

There is lots to worked on from here, good luck with it, keep in touch, especially here on Rebreather World

kieranu · 26th June 2007, 02:00

Quote: (Originally Posted by deanc)

Good, then if you are coming, find out the Image dive schedule (LukeN). Dives often come up at short notice, when the weather and numbers of interested divers align.

Congrats guys! Welcome to the club - see you on the boat soon

25th June 2007, 14:48	#1 (permalink)
deanc New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Perth, WA Posts: 48	3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. 3 more to the growing list of Steve trained Megs. Mine to stay in Perth. Gregv to return to New Zealand. Theo back to Syndey. Positively satisfied with diving this way, and with the excellent instruction. Still to get an efficient 1.6 O2 purge at 6m (work still under progress), and an efficient cross-the-arms dil flush too! One interesting 'feature' that I discovered is a virtually flood-proof OTS lung with bottom vent valve. When I loosened off the setting on the vent valve for a boom-drill stage-bottle OC ascent from 20m, the vent valve came completely off in my hands. Just do as I did, ascend slowly head up, surface swim 200m forwards keeping head up, climb up the rocks, walk to the cars, open the can and not a drop of water inside. Quitely confident as I could feel the air in the lungs the whole time. One inch of water in the bottom lung. Back diving again in 10 minutes. We did try for a buddy to screw the fitting back on under water, but the internals were loose inside the lung, but that could have been done with a little more perseverence. As far as predive checklists go the answer is yes, yes, maybe and yes. Make up your own questions to suit those answers! Looking forward to the diving, then mix course, in due time.
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25th June 2007, 15:21	#2 (permalink)
sven Blogs Admin / Forum Mod Current Rebreather/s: Inspiration Classic Other Rebreather/s: Evolution Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Sydney Posts: 574	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Congratulations on passing the course & Welcome to the DARK SIDE Remember: We have cookies. __________________ Regards, Sven [SIZE=1]The Sydney Project website: [URL]http://www.sydneyproject.com[/URL] My Blog: [URL]http://sven.rebreatherworld.com[/URL] "Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it's time to pause and reflect." Mark Twain[/SIZE]
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25th June 2007, 16:25	#3 (permalink)
deanc New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Perth, WA Posts: 48	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Cheers, Sven. I say that Dive Log articles on Sydney Project dives have made interesting reading, subconsciously somewhat of an influence on the move.
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25th June 2007, 17:31	#4 (permalink)
MrClive Custom Title Allowed! Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: cork city ireland Posts: 165	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. well done lads, im heading over to perth myself in august, looking forward in meeting up with steve __________________ clive
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25th June 2007, 18:27	#5 (permalink)
deanc New Member Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Perth, WA Posts: 48	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Good, then if you are coming, find out the Image dive schedule (LukeN). Dives often come up at short notice, when the weather and numbers of interested divers align.
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25th June 2007, 21:04	#6 (permalink)
Andy Del Classic KISSer Current Rebreather/s: Sport Kiss Classic Kiss Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Australia, Sunny Sydney Posts: 389	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Quote: (Originally Posted by sven) Remember: We have cookies. Specifically, the cookies are behind the kitchen counter on the right side at Bazza's... __________________ Yellow - the colour of greatness!
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25th June 2007, 23:03	#7 (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: 1,355	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Congratulations on your new meg! Quote: (Originally Posted by deanc) One interesting 'feature' that I discovered is a virtually flood-proof OTS lung with bottom vent valve. When I loosened off the setting on the vent valve for a boom-drill stage-bottle OC ascent from 20m, the vent valve came completely off in my hands. Just do as I did, ascend slowly head up, surface swim 200m forwards keeping head up, climb up the rocks, walk to the cars, open the can and not a drop of water inside. Quitely confident as I could feel the air in the lungs the whole time. One inch of water in the bottom lung. Back diving again in 10 minutes. . I have seen this happen on several new units and it should be checked every dive. It seems whoever is installing them these days hasn't heard about "Leon tight" __________________ Cheers, Dave.... Man is the only animal burdened with the knowledge he will eventually die
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25th June 2007, 23:33	#8 (permalink)
DeepBlueInnovation Prism #007 Current Rebreather/s: Prism Topaz Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Perth, Western Australia Posts: 309	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Quote: (Originally Posted by wedivebc) It seems whoever is installing them these days hasn't heard about "Leon tight" Don't think I want to know about "Leon tight" either.... Congrats on passing the course guys, Looking forward to another Rebreather on the boat Dean!
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26th June 2007, 00:17	#9 (permalink)
almity1 No Viz is BAD Viz Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Evolution Prism Topaz Sport Kiss Optima Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 176	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Quote: (Originally Posted by deanc) 3 more to the growing list of Steve trained Megs. Still to get an efficient 1.6 O2 purge at 6m (work still under progress), and an efficient cross-the-arms dil flush too! Hey Mate Got back late last night. Nice to have meet you There is lots to worked on from here, good luck with it, keep in touch, especially here on Rebreather World __________________ Cheers almity1 - http://www.almity1.com
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26th June 2007, 02:00	#10 (permalink)
kieranu Apprentice Meg Pilot Current Rebreather/s: Megalodon Other Rebreather/s: Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: WA, Australia Posts: 229	Re: 3 megs in Australia instructed by Steve. Quote: (Originally Posted by deanc) Good, then if you are coming, find out the Image dive schedule (LukeN). Dives often come up at short notice, when the weather and numbers of interested divers align. Congrats guys! Welcome to the club - see you on the boat soon
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