Aerdura integrated ankle weights

Many thanks for this David. I'm trying the suit out in the pool for the
first time tonight so I'm not quite sure how mugh weight I'll need.

Richard

"rads" <radsxxunspamxx@davidradley.freeserve.co.uk> wrote in message
news:2scma0lqjn9fnt7pr91glh4edb6f41bpoj@4ax.com...
> On Tue, 18 May 2004 23:56:42 +0100, "Richard" <qaz1521@hotmail.com>
> wrote:
>
> >A very good point Pete. The bubbles of steam could cause splashes of
molten
> >lead.
> >
> >I've now got visions of spattering the cat with some integrated weights
of
> >its own and gassing the wife with toxic lead fumes as well as burning
down
> >the house.
> >
> >I think cutting up some lead sheeting as suggested by Duncan might be my
> >best bet.
> >
> >Richard
> >
>
> Being slightly sad, and with access to an engineering facility, I made
> a mould and cast some custom weights. Don't think I could find the
> mould now, but definately have some weights left over. How much weight
> do you need?
>
> David

On Thu, 20 May 2004 08:37:06 +0100, "Richard" <qaz1521@hotmail.com>
wrote:

>Many thanks for this David. I'm trying the suit out in the pool for the
>first time tonight so I'm not quite sure how mugh weight I'll need.
>
>Richard
>

No worries.

Let me know.

David

rhamp3601@aol.comnojunk (R Hamp3601) wrote in message news:<20040519091030.12062.00001807@mb-m02.aol.com>...
> Casting metals in sand is not unusual, it has to be only just damp enough to
> keep its form, NOT WET. Fine sand is needed aroung the pattern. Spitting is
> still possible.
>
> The safest and easiest option- Lead weights for these suits are available at
> places which sell the suits. (or cut up your old ankle weights, the blocks are
> identicle)
>
> I like the integrated the weights, I just use 3 on each ankle now. The
> difficulty I have with the Aerodura is getting a well insulated foot past the
> top of the boot where the weight pouches reduce flexibility. Put on some
> toastie warm socks at a shop and try getting in and out a couple of times
> before comitting to a purchase.
>
> "Why use ankle weights"- Someone had to say it and it didn't take long!... They
> help trim buoyancy and make a dive more comfortable. Personal Choice.
>
> Rob


Even Damp sand can explode molten Led all over the place.

Fine sand must be Dried preferably in a pan over a fire

Then mix in a small amount of engine oil just enough so it holds
its shape
this will still spit and crackle a bit when the lead is poured in
and a wonderfull smell of cooked engine but is far safer than
Water in your casting sand

ATB

Duncan