Posted by Kendall Raine on December 20, 2000 at 11:20:43:
In Reply to: Re: Regulator Failure Points and Regulator Theory posted by Jim Hoffmann on December 20, 2000 at 08:39:48:
Further to leaking hoses: It amazes me how few people take the trouble to change out their hoses periodically. Jim made reference to HP hoses blistering before they blow. It's always a good idea to replace all hoses at least every couple of years. Allowing a hose to get to the point of blistering means you should have replaced it long before.
Also, as mentioned in a previous post, a bubble check should be performed before every dive by a buddy.
Finally, I rinse my regs in a tub after a dive day still attached to the tank and pressurized. Not only does that prevent getting any water in the first stage, it also allows me to check for leaks.