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It does sound odd but the guy has a point: If one is sending in a Vigil 2+ just for batteries, and not an entire system check, and it has a separable cables, why not just send the box in? No need to feed the cables through slots all over the rig again. (Not sure about going jumping in the meantime with loose cables left in the pack tray, but I suppose the ends could be secured in the AAD pouch.) Disconnecting the cables for the cutter and control unit and leaving them in the rig : a) may be questionable as per the FAA b) seems like is more labor intensive then removing the complete AAD unit c) causes more wear to the AAD unit and violates the KISS principle d) forgos the ability for the factory to test and if needed update the software or hardware related to cutter/control unit. Again, I fail to see any reason to do that. I also think the person who I originally replied to is misinformed :(

This is where you loose me. The AAD is a single unit. I am not aware of anyone sending in "just the main box". It sounds completely backasswards.

I'd love for you to elaborate on what you mean.

Just an FYI - Tracy Roesler is out there trying to sell gear again. Be warned !

Well god damn - you are right. The manual clearly shows 155,190 and 240 Techno reserves having an FAA TSO 23d approval. I would guess that there may still be some older ones that may not be stamped. Either way - I learned something new today, I feel accomplished for the week. Thanks !

If the container doesn't have an FAA TSO stamp - the only people who can jump it are non-US nationals. I have seen ATOMs with and without the TSO stamp. PdF makes a TECHNO reserve. The ones that I have seen DID NOT have the TSO stamp. The TEMPO is made by PISA, and is TSO'd and legal to us in the USA.

No idea why, but battery would be a suspect. You can also try resetting via the small pinhole under the battery compartment door (where it says "reset").

I am sure if PD could keep their margins and sales volumes same as now they would have no issues doing the "all american" thing. Too bad they have competition. And too bad you are probably one of only three people in the world willing to pay $2K for a PD reserve just so it's USA-made.

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Thanks for your comment, it was really useful.... First off, when you read posts you should read ALL the words because if you would have, you would know that I didn't purchase one yet. If you would have read the posts correctly you would see that I'm asking questions to do some research ahead of time before I buy one. And secondly, I will study how to use it but that's usually a lot easier if I had actually bought one first. And as for the size of the canopy, I know I use a Pilot 188. But when people ask what size I use I round it up to 190. Again thanks for your post. It was really helpful When people ask me what kind of gun I have I use your rules as well and tell them I have a Glock 20 that's a 10mm

You are right. The repeat threads are tiresome. If you add a new post to an old thread, it'll bring the thread to the top. And you are also right saying L&B are awesome.

Definitely. Is very likely to already be setup for one.

Excellent point. Every ParaCommander that I have jumped in the past few years had been manufactured from the mid 60's into the mid 1970's - and I have never felt that they will disintegrate on opening. That said I absolutely do not want a 26 Navy conical or a twill reserve...

For the record I own, and jump regularly : 1999 Javelin (primary rig, 1500+ jumps, put a brand new harness, including a reserve risers on a few years ago) 1992 Javelin (used for jump large canopies) with a 1992 RavenIII reserve 1995 Dolphin (used for jump large canopies) with a 1989 RavenIII reserve I am betting that this gear is in better condition than many peoples 500+ jump mud covered and abraded super-duper awesome and pimped out gear with their name embroidered on the mudflaps.

My first machine was a Singer 31-15. I put a small pulley on it, and it worked fine. Once I put a servo motor on it, it became a dream. My only complaint is that the 31-15 does not have a reverse... A Consew 199R-1 followed (which I put a servo motor on as well).

ASAP = AS SHORT AS POSSIBLE. Usually means O13. But I would check with Sunpath just in case.

The manual says .... "max of 335cu in reserve and 375 cubic inch main" So I would say 135/135 is a good combo. You can email RI for a more credible answer ...

Some of my DeltaII pics

Let's get rid of the outliers : how many jumps on the Katana ? any repairs ? does it have spectra or HMA lines ? how many jumps on the lines ?

A container made for a 135-150 canopy would correspond to.... Safire2-135 to Safire2-150 Now, that's not really that helpful of an answer, so let me provide some context. Although you may only see **9 sizes on Icarus's website, in reality they will (and have) build you any size you want. And of course, a Safire2-129 would be a perfect fit into a container sized for a 135-150 :) good luck !

Ralph has been around the skydiving scene for over 50 years, so yeah, he's a real person. Try calling him instead of emailing. He is a senior citizen after all :) as far as "what gives" - no one knows but him.

hackey handle ? freefly pud ? monkey fist handle ? whiffle ball ? PVC pipe ? ripcord ? your poll is incomplete

On the off-chance it's a PD main - send it off to them, and for $25 they will inspect and make a recommendation. And yes, they can wash it for you too, if need be (extra charges may apply).

No idea of the difference, but I LOOOOOOVE my servo motors. Just thought I'd share :)

How does changing the profile to say that you are flying a Velocity120 and an Optimum168 (which is not a manufactured model) help cut down on spam ?