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valvey thing

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Created by Jradedmondo > 9 months ago, 2 Nov 2011
Jradedmondo
NSW, 635 posts
2 Nov 2011 10:34AM
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was having a good surf this morning got pummeled paddling back out and knocked the top bit of the gortex valve off, i'm no expert so i'm hopinng someone will know what to do, will it let water in?, should i replace it or will it be fine? does it just unscrew?

thanks
Jarryd

Jradedmondo
NSW, 635 posts
2 Nov 2011 10:36AM
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forgot to upload the pic

PTWoody
VIC, 3982 posts
2 Nov 2011 10:58AM
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Looks like a screw to me. Probably won't let water in but if you've banged it hard enough to snap the top off, you just may have affected the integrity of the seal so best to check it out and replace the screw as soon as you can.

HumanCartoon
VIC, 2098 posts
2 Nov 2011 11:13AM
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Looks like a standard Gore Air Vent.

replacements available from these guys:

http://www.shapers.com.au/products/Gore-%252d-Air-Vent.html

IIRC they install with a standard spark plug socket, but go easy.

Edit: just noticed the board's a DTM, give him a call he should be able to tell you how best to deal with it.

AA
NSW, 2159 posts
2 Nov 2011 5:35PM
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Jradedmondo said...

was having a good surf this morning got pummeled paddling back out and knocked the top bit of the gortex valve off, i'm no expert so i'm hopinng someone will know what to do, will it let water in?, should i replace it or will it be fine? does it just unscrew?

thanks
Jarryd


Jarryd, you have knocked the cap off and exposed the breathable/waterproof Gortex membrane.
The cap protects and creates an air gap between it and the membrane.

It will work as it is but it is best to get the cap back on it.
If you have the cap it will clip back in place but a bit of superglue on the small clips helps to keep it in place.
Other wise you can get the full component from Shapers.

You can keep surfing. It will work. but with no protection from the cap you may risk damage to the membrane.

If anyone knows more about these valves, please chip in.

Jradedmondo
NSW, 635 posts
2 Nov 2011 7:46PM
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thanks for that guys, i've ordered a new one now cause i lost the cap in the surf, so should be here in a few days, hopefully


Jarryd

dtm
NSW, 1610 posts
2 Nov 2011 8:09PM
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Hey champ sorry just seen this AA is right looks like you have just hit the cap off... But hard to tell exactly from photo if water will get in or not I wouldn't risk it as sup foam sucks water like a bitch!! If you log onto shapers website just order a new one those guys are super good and will get it to u in a couple of days .. Then just replace it with the new screw... Mate if you have any questions or dramas feel free to call me anytime to discuss cheers Dan 0408963263

Jradedmondo
NSW, 635 posts
2 Nov 2011 8:58PM
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yeah thanks dan, ordered a new one of shapers so it'll be all good

Jarryd



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