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Post by rfscuba on Aug 29, 2015 17:11:17 GMT -8
So I've purchased a wire weight buckle to replace the regular stainless buckle but after some searching I haven't turned up the proper threading procedure even in my copy of "The New Science of Skin and Scuba Diving". OK maybe I didn't search long enough but I know beyond a doubt the knowledge is here. Thanks in advance.  |
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Post by SeaRat on Aug 29, 2015 17:51:26 GMT -8
I cannot show a photo right now, but if you hold the Trident buckle with the large loop in your left hand, start threading with your right hand. The belt (use rubber if you can) comes up from below through the first slit, then down through the second slit. Take the end up through the large opening near your left hand, then lace it through the first slit you used, but in the opposite direction. Pull it tight, and it will hold well.
Capture the quick release part with one of the other double "D" fasteners by going up, then down, through the blunt end of the Quick release buckle, then thread the belt back through the double "D" fastener to completely secure the belt/buckle system.
I dive this style weight belt/buckle all the time. It is,however, difficult to change in the water, which is why I highly recommend the rubber belt.
John
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Post by rfscuba on Aug 29, 2015 18:23:40 GMT -8
Thanks John I guess I'll put the rubber belt on the list.
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Post by SeaRat on Aug 29, 2015 19:46:50 GMT -8
Rf, the regular nylon webbing can easily be used too. Just be sure to adjust the belt tighter than you normally set it as the wet suit will compress. One of my belts is rubber (the heavier one), while my "Summer belt" is nylon.
John
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Post by scubadiverbob on Aug 30, 2015 12:39:37 GMT -8
Sometimes, if the water temp. is above 60 degrees, I don't wear a weight belt. I'm just a hair neg. buoyant with a steel 72 and no wet suit! It's so comfortable to ditch the weight belt and just wear swimming trunks and a t-shirt!
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Post by SeaRat on Aug 31, 2015 17:36:22 GMT -8
Here is the lacing of the weight belt buckle:   Note that the end is on top. This buckle is a Healthways version, which is open and allows in-water adjustments to be done more easily. It's still difficult, but easier than with the closed buckle. Also, with this one, the quick release part is actually sown into the belt, so that side is not adjustable. John |
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