When And How To Replace A Tank "O" Ring - Scuba Tech Tips: S04E16

Most divers have experienced a leaking tank "O" ring and their frustrations trying to get it out. Alec shows a simple way to extract and replace the "O" ring without scratching the valve.
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[@Dive_Me_Crazy]

Your tech tip saved a dive today. Went diving with some friends this morning. One had a leaking tank. Checked the o ring and it was as flat as can be. Used your technique for getting it out, turned it over and told them about your you tube channel. Cool.

[@aswinteguh]

Great Tips Alec!

[@amcaesar]

This is a critical lesson, great to know.

[@paraphenaliac4657]

8:14 I slapped my forehead in frustration and amazement, thank you Alec

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

Glad to help out. A

[@davedonati206]

Thanks again Alec for another great tip, much appreciated!

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

You are very welcome. A

[@moclepocle]

Thsnks Alec again, and very Merry Christmas! Keep them coming!

[@hollandhollywood329]

Bless you Sir, merry Christmas to you. Very helpful vid as usual.

[@fiona4777]

Perfect tip , just what I need for today. Thanks a lot !🌞

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

Hi Fiona. Thanks again. Alec

[@alaind831]

great tip. Might be good to mention O2 rings vs regular ones - I see them in different color so I presume that's what they are for. DIN tip would be useful too.

[@Ralphgtx280]

at 4:50 you see the hand reaching down for an O ring haha

[@southernbreeze3278]

He dug it out with the pick - Hah hah ha

[@michael16969]

its a magic trick lol

[@martinnielsen4831]

You are the very Best 😁🙏 Thank you so much for sharing your experince and for that positive energy of your 💪 I think im gonna have a mini tank with some orings in my keychain 🙏😁

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

You're so welcome and thanks for watching.

[@McNighthawk750]

Hey Alex, ' great videos. I have a 1996 scuba tank and it required a "13" (13mm?) o- ring. Whereas, the standard seems to be a 14 according to local dive shop. The "14" were $1. each whereas the "13" were $2.50 each (ouch).. I tried a 14 but it was too loose for this older model.

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

Sounds funny but if its secure and safe, go diving and forget about it. A

[@gray_wolverine63]

Thank you I just learned something new. 🇺🇲👌🏼

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

Glad to hear it!

[@ao6536]

Thanks dude

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

Any time

[@neal3800]

Great video, as always. Informative and useful. I did notice your Sea Hunt Forever shirt, and I was wondering when and where your next Ohio vintage meetup is. I know you used to have them at Portage, but since they closed, where do you go now? I would love to try and attend one!

[@grasshopper1100]

Slight of hand... Hahaha you would make a good magician,

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

I try!

[@OverlandTT]

Great video Alec, Is this the same for DIN connectors and is it safe to use silicone (gun/electrical) grease on scuba o'rings? I never knew about the sizing for o'rings!

[@chiranagheorghitaeugeniuth98]

try that with a DIN type regulator. you will not be able to unscrew it. use a very sharp pick and repkace the oring from the dive emergency kit. :)

[@SpaceStickwithSpaceTick]

I bought one of those mini scuba tanks with o-rings int them. It came with a small thing of a silcone grease. Do I need to grease tank o-rings when I replace them?

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

The grease is to make it easer to get the o-ring into the the valve groove. The o-ring itself doe not get lubed. It would make it easier to extrude out and cause an air leak. Watch my videos on tank valve o-rings for more information: - S07E15 Replacing Your Tank Valve O-ring - S12E03 Properly Install A Tank Valve. A.

[@DraftedByTheMan]

I have my tanks and equipment stored in a remote area of the Philippines and have to leave in storage for several months at a time. Is it better to store the tanks with 50 bar or 200 bar?

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

If storing for a few months reduce it to 50 bar or 25 bar. Anything well above ambient air pressure will do. Saves stressing the tank especially if subject to big temperature changes (hot to cool and back).

[@Bigbopperairguns]

How do you know what year your tank is?And does it take 2 rings in the front

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

The front opening (where the air comes out), has only ONE o-ring. Each tank must have the year & month stamped on it. Check this info out on tank markings. www.xsscuba.com/cylinder-markings A

[@pamy5965]

Please tell me the parts required for the gauge adaptation for removing the O rings?

[@foden34ke12]

Paul Myatt you can use your a clamp regulator.

[@pamy5965]

Many thanks for your suggestion.

[@jeffgreenfield4174]

What happened to SCUBA 2000? You used to have a sign in the background for SCUBA 2000 and you used to introduce yourself as Alec Pierce, SCUBA 2000.....just curious why the change?

[@wksjunior95]

I ask my self the same thing a long time ago!! It was almost automatic, "Alec Pierce, SCUBA 2000..." Now my brain continue when he stops. But honest, I guess the even Alec miss that. I notice that some videos he controls himself to do not said that.

[@AlecPeirceScuba_SeaHunter]

I have sold Scuba 2000 and retired. After 47 years in the scuba business I've decided to relax and let someone younger have a crack at it. I will continue my channel and all 3 playlists. I hope you keep watching. The new owner wants me to continue to show the Scuba 2000 sign and that's fine with me. I can't think of a better place to promote although my videos have no ads and no agenda other than to have a good time and maybe help divers, or at least entertain them. Thanks for watching guys. Alec