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    Low profile valve

    i started getting wet on left elbow. having inflated the suit and covering the left shoulder/arm with soapy water i noticed that the only place releasing the bubbles is under the shoulder valve. I took it apart cleaned and about to glue it back. Got myself a tub of aquasure...But have you got any tricks/suggestions how to do the best job ie no more leaks...

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    greg

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    You don't need to glue it.

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    Shouldn't need to use glue but if you absolutely have to use clear bathroom silicone its a little more forgiving than aquasure!

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    what? really????? could it have been leaking beacuse it was not tightened properly?

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    Quote Originally Posted by humpbackdiving View Post
    what? really????? could it have been leaking beacuse it was not tightened properly?
    Possibly, the low profile ones are a bit crappy compared to other offerings, such as si-tech or the high profile apeks one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by deepestandy View Post
    Possibly, the low profile ones are a bit crappy compared to other offerings, such as si-tech or the high profile apeks one.

    would a high profile fit into same low profile place or will it need some modifying?

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    Well my high-profile one leaked because it came undone a little bit. Nipped it up and it's fine.

    If you have a leak from the valve itself, then try flushing it through under the tap.

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    Quote Originally Posted by humpbackdiving View Post
    would a high profile fit into same low profile place or will it need some modifying?
    They all fit the same hole! Apeks high profile are the best! Don't bother with glue just bastard tight with your hands!

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    Guys,

    thank you very much... off to no glue repair for this weekend... Will have to invest in the high profile valve.

    ATB

    Greg

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    Quote Originally Posted by deepestandy View Post
    They all fit the same hole! Apeks high profile are the best!
    Andy
    If you guys don't mind can I ask why the high profile ones are better?

    I have a high profile and was thinkin of changin to a low, as they're newer design, but a mate of mine also says high profile is best.

    ??

    Cheers.

    Steve.

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