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« on: October 21, 2008, 08:04:31 AM » |
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Gents,
Clearly we have some keen trimix divers amongst us, and for the OC trimix divers, the cost incurred is considerable. For the near future, I will be diving OC trimix, as I can't justify nor spend the money on a rebreather. Even so, with a rebreather, high pressure helium and O2 is required.
RN and I have T2 coming up in March (maybe KS if he books on!), and although I want to purchase another Gavin by then, a booster would actually make more financial sense, to reduce the cost of the course by being able to fill our own tanks (not paying shop price for He).
So, I propose that we consider the purchase of a communal Gas booster. Considering we have RB, JW, RN, KS as trimix trained, ST possibly next year, possible CL as well, that is 5 or 6 people that would benefit from the use of the unit. Looking at each chipping in $1000-1500 for a portable booster (ST and I would contribute per person so it's proportional - ie: pay $2-3k). Storage in Adelaide, brought to Mt G as required.
Thoughts ?
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« Reply #1 on: October 21, 2008, 12:04:57 PM » |
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Gents,
Clearly we have some keen trimix divers amongst us, and for the OC trimix divers, the cost incurred is considerable. For the near future, I will be diving OC trimix, as I can't justify nor spend the money on a rebreather. Even so, with a rebreather, high pressure helium and O2 is required.
RN and I have T2 coming up in March (maybe KS if he books on!), and although I want to purchase another Gavin by then, a booster would actually make more financial sense, to reduce the cost of the course by being able to fill our own tanks (not paying shop price for He).
So, I propose that we consider the purchase of a communal Gas booster. Considering we have RB, JW, RN, KS as trimix trained, ST possibly next year, possible CL as well, that is 5 or 6 people that would benefit from the use of the unit. Looking at each chipping in $1000-1500 for a portable booster (ST and I would contribute per person so it's proportional - ie: pay $2-3k). Storage in Adelaide, brought to Mt G as required.
Thoughts ?
is there anyone forgotten off the list...or is this exclusive |
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Ian T
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« Reply #2 on: October 21, 2008, 01:16:15 PM » |
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Correction :
Active Trimix divers are RB, JW, RN, KS, and possible ST and CL next year.
Inactive Trimix divers are PH.
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« Reply #3 on: October 21, 2008, 02:54:45 PM » |
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Correction :
Active Trimix divers are RB, JW, RN, KS, and possible ST and CL next year.
Inactive Trimix divers are PH.
RN, KS & IT........ah yes recreational trimix trained |
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Ian T
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« Reply #4 on: October 21, 2008, 07:49:27 PM » |
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Please list your post course Trimix dives..... I'm sure it won't exceed the fujak.com website size limit...
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« Reply #5 on: October 22, 2008, 09:43:24 AM » |
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and how much did T1 cost you all up to learn recreational trimix
trimix in Kilsby's is a bit of a joke, I would do it on air if allowed and I wouldn't pay for He just cause someone said I had to use it past 30m...before you found JJ you thought you were safe to 40 in air did you not?
gotta love 'born again divers'...........
by the way 'I' have access to very cheap He and a booster if needed write here in Melbourne
Ian please list your dives below 55m
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« Reply #6 on: October 22, 2008, 11:17:36 AM » |
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gotta love 'born again divers'........... hmm...is there a 'jj fish' on the back of the Nav? Ian please list your dives below 55m
...err...might want to think twice about that one before you reply tiger |
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« Reply #7 on: October 22, 2008, 11:39:09 AM » |
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gotta love 'born again divers'........... hmm...is there a 'jj fish' on the back of the Nav? no it's tattooed on his ring |
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« Reply #8 on: October 22, 2008, 01:39:29 PM » |
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Gents,
Clearly we have some keen trimix divers amongst us, and for the OC trimix divers, the cost incurred is considerable. For the near future, I will be diving OC trimix, as I can't justify nor spend the money on a rebreather. Even so, with a rebreather, high pressure helium and O2 is required.
RN and I have T2 coming up in March (maybe KS if he books on!), and although I want to purchase another Gavin by then, a booster would actually make more financial sense, to reduce the cost of the course by being able to fill our own tanks (not paying shop price for He).
So, I propose that we consider the purchase of a communal Gas booster. Considering we have RB, JW, RN, KS as trimix trained, ST possibly next year, possible CL as well, that is 5 or 6 people that would benefit from the use of the unit. Looking at each chipping in $1000-1500 for a portable booster (ST and I would contribute per person so it's proportional - ie: pay $2-3k). Storage in Adelaide, brought to Mt G as required.
Thoughts ?
Ian, I think the costings may be a bit high, booster could be had for 3-4k |
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« Reply #9 on: October 22, 2008, 01:40:44 PM » |
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and how much did T1 cost you all up to learn recreational trimix
trimix in Kilsby's is a bit of a joke, I would do it on air if allowed and I wouldn't pay for He just cause someone said I had to use it past 30m...before you found JJ you thought you were safe to 40 in air did you not?
gotta love 'born again divers'...........
by the way 'I' have access to very cheap He and a booster if needed write here in Melbourne
Ian please list your dives below 55m
PH How much might "Cheap HE" be? |
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« Reply #10 on: October 22, 2008, 02:22:14 PM » |
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and how much did T1 cost you all up to learn recreational trimix
trimix in Kilsby's is a bit of a joke, I would do it on air if allowed and I wouldn't pay for He just cause someone said I had to use it past 30m...before you found JJ you thought you were safe to 40 in air did you not?
gotta love 'born again divers'...........
by the way 'I' have access to very cheap He and a booster if needed write here in Melbourne
Ian please list your dives below 55m
PH How much might "Cheap HE" be? my lips are sealed...sorry |
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« Reply #11 on: October 25, 2008, 03:32:07 PM » |
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Hi All I have just purchased a 2 stage booster that will pump O2 and helium. After talking to the manufacturers i might be distributing these units here. Will keep you informed. the dollars are currently mid 2 to 3 k  |
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« Reply #12 on: October 25, 2008, 04:10:47 PM » |
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Hi All I have just purchased a 2 stage booster that will pump O2 and helium. After talking to the manufacturers i might be distributing these units here. Will keep you informed. the dollars are currently mid 2 to 3 k is that incluing your cut! |
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« Reply #13 on: October 25, 2008, 04:15:40 PM » |
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unsure as yet |
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« Reply #14 on: January 17, 2009, 03:50:26 PM » |
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hows the consortium travelling Mr T
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