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June 17th, 12:31 PM
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nitro question?
i dont know what its called, i think hydro testing or something
what is it
thanx
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June 17th, 12:34 PM
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a professional airsmith, or someone qualified, tests the tank to see if it is still safe to keep using, and putting air in. usually you dont have to get it done for a few years, not sure how long for nitro tanks, but co2 it's every 5 years i believe....
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June 17th, 01:08 PM
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nitro are 3-4 i believe
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June 17th, 01:32 PM
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Steel Nitro tanks are every 5 years. Fiber wrapped are every 3 years.
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June 17th, 03:27 PM
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how much does it cost?
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June 17th, 03:51 PM
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Around 20 dollars. It's basically a guy that looks at the tank for deep scratches, dents, or bulges (Kind of like when you smash a football and a big bulge appears).
Personally, if the tank is in good shape I don't get it hydro'ed. I think some tournements require the hyrdo be current, however.
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June 17th, 05:22 PM
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Quote:
Originally posted by Cerebeus
Steel Nitro tanks are every 5 years. Fiber wrapped are every 3 years.
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Steel can be either 3 or 5. It depends on the type. (ie 3HT tanks are 3-year).
Likewise for Fiber. Some are 3 and some are 5. Its always good to check before you buy. A 3-year hydro is a major headache.
CO2 tanks larger then 2" are 5-year, and no hydro is needed for tanks smaller then 2"
There is a listing at the DOT website with all the authorized hydrotesters in the country. They are often located at scuba, and fire-safety supply stores.
Its usually about $20, and sometimes more if they have to remove the valve for you.
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June 17th, 06:36 PM
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wat happens if the hydro it and say u cant use it..........?do u have to buy a brand new tank?
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June 17th, 06:59 PM
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Yes. In fact, I think they drill a hole into it if it fails.
However, you DO get to use the valve. SO, you only have to replace the tank itself.
THe main reason fiber tanks fail is bad scratches. SO, just take care of them, and they should last a lifetime.
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June 17th, 07:45 PM
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Yes. In fact, I think they drill a hole into it if it fails.
However, you DO get to use the valve. SO, you only have to replace the tank itself.
THe main reason fiber tanks fail is bad scratches. SO, just take care of them, and they should last a lifetime.
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Yep taking care means using your tank covers, and not dropping your nitro off of a building.
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June 17th, 07:50 PM
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they also put the tank (with air in it) under water to check leaks dont they?
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