Baller Kwoody51 Posted October 31, 2022 Baller Share Posted October 31, 2022 Have an ankle seal that ripped out on me yesterday so need to replace. Any tips folks have?Is bare the only seal supplier out there?Is Aquaseal with Cotol the ‘go to’ adhesive?Have watched a bunch of videos but not having done it before wanted to ask before I start. Thanks!!Also love late October… all the boats are off the lake, so wonderful!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Cnewbert Posted October 31, 2022 Baller Share Posted October 31, 2022 Dry suits International (DUI), manufacturer of the top diving dry suits, repairs all brands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Kwoody51 Posted October 31, 2022 Author Baller Share Posted October 31, 2022 Thanks @Cnewbert will check them out. I’m thinking I will try to repair myself vs send out. So if any tips, or experiences, with DIY repair let me know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 503Kento Posted October 31, 2022 Baller Share Posted October 31, 2022 You can get seals at Amazon as well. https://www.amazon.com/Gear-Up-Guide-Bottle-Latex/dp/B07BGXQTGB/ref=sr_1_3_sspa?crid=2ENWRB5DWA1SR&keywords=drysuit+seals&qid=1667240914&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIzLjc4IiwicXNhIjoiMy41NiIsInFzcCI6IjIuODcifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=Drysuit+sea%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-3-spons&psc=1 Get the available contact cement and then just seal the edges with Aquaseal. Less expensive and easier to replace when the time comes. Use MEK substitute to remove the old seal glue. Get high, Get fast, and do some good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Kwoody51 Posted November 1, 2022 Author Baller Share Posted November 1, 2022 Thanks @503Kento! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller kc Posted November 1, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 1, 2022 @Kwoody51 What @503Kento said! I found it helpful slipping a 2 liter bottle in the leg of suit when installing the new seal to avoid any creases that would prevent a tight seal. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Rednucleus Posted November 1, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 1, 2022 @Kwoody51 is it a baggy nylon suit - if so, easy to change wrist & leg seals. Wiley's in Seattle has them for you. I buy a big tube of Gear Aid Seam Grip - similar to Aqua seal- store in the freezer it lasts over a year. I use an inflatable anesthesia bag in the arm/leg to get the perfect shape and put equal pressure on the seam (your local veterinarian may sell you one; I put a valve in the end to hold the pressure). Electrical tape around the seam lip overnite while it sets. i use a hairdryer to soften the old glue when removing the old seal, then alcohol rub and some sandpaper before putting on new one. I got my current baggy in 1994 and have changed alot of seals over the years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 503Kento Posted November 1, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 1, 2022 @Rednucleus love the idea of inflatable form. I use rolled up towels with a large zip loc bag over them to prevent any sticking. Get high, Get fast, and do some good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Kwoody51 Posted November 4, 2022 Author Baller Share Posted November 4, 2022 @Rednucleus - yes it’s a baggy dry suit. Specially one from barefoot international. Good idea on the inflatable. Someone else said use a ballon but like the idea I’d something cylindrical vs sphere shaped. Good news is I have a spare dry suit and a few months to get this repaired as no way will my driver be taking me out anytime soon :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ETskier Posted November 4, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 4, 2022 A short piece of PVC pipe works well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller wski1831 Posted November 16, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 16, 2022 I tried to have an O’Neill dry suit repaired at O’Neill yesterday. They only repair suits less than a year old. I miss the local company. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Kevin89MC Posted November 16, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 16, 2022 I replaced all the seals on my baggy probably 10 years ago, still holding good. Suit is probably 25 years old. Got the kit from Overton's I think, worked well. Had to scrounge around the kitchen/garage for the right sized spheres to prep the seals, never thought about something inflatable. Take your time, make sure the prep is good and good luck!Kevin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Rednucleus Posted November 16, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 16, 2022 @Kwoody51 My buddy has a BI suit. Several shops refused to work on that brand for him. I have changed wrist & ankle seals for him and the originals were a huge PIA to get off vs other suits I have changed. Actually resorted to a straight edge razor blade to get all the residual glue & seals off. Usually a 30 minute job per seal for me, 2-3 hrs for the BI suit :( Here's a pic of his suit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Baller Kwoody51 Posted November 18, 2022 Author Baller Share Posted November 18, 2022 @Rednucleus - looking good!I replaced the seals over the weekend. Not sure if they are perfect but they are in place. Will likely be a while before I can fully test in the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Rednucleus Posted November 18, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 18, 2022 @Kwoody51 Just to be clear, that's Douger of the famous Wendesday Night Men's Club - I don't have the stones to try that stuff - and btw that's after his hip replacement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 503Kento Posted November 19, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 19, 2022 @Kwoody51 one way to test is to clamp or plug the seals (leave one arm open) and fill the suit with water. You will quickly see any leakage. Get high, Get fast, and do some good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller WoodySkier Posted November 20, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 20, 2022 I have a baggy O’Neill Boost suit, it has multiple leaks, mostly around the area where the suspenders attach. Really frustrating as the suit has probably been used less than 20 times and it’s about 3 or 4 years old. It started leaking at less than 2 years old. I’ve tried patching it and it can’t get stop the leaks. Any suggestions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 503Kento Posted November 21, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 21, 2022 @WoodySkier is the leak visible? Maybe post a picture of the leaking area? Get high, Get fast, and do some good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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