1) convert to DIR
2) don't destroy the wrecks
3) when you have legitimate underwater work to do, take all of your
tools in a separate tool bag, with its own buoyancy source (ie. lift
bag)

-Sean


On Thu, 29 Apr 1999 00:29:26 +0100, Stuart Morrison wrote:

>Hi List,
>
>what is the DIR opinion with wreckers' tools? Many UK wreck divers
>favourite pastime is ripping lumps of brass and bronze off wrecks
>(portholes and the like).
>
>Tools (mallet, chisel, crowbar & wrench) can supply enough negative
>buoyancy to replace a weightbelt. Obviously this is bad:
>
>- if it replaces the weight belt, what happens if the diver drops a mallet
>or wrench?
>- if it supplements the weight belt, increased BCD filling adds to drag
>
>Disclaimer: I personally don't take anything from wrecks (I don't dive
>wrecks that often to waste time knocking lumps out of them) but there are
>many who do.
>
>I don't dive DIR, but I am interested to see how it fits into the
>philosophy, especially with the recent discussions on aluminium vs. steel
>tanks and weight belt vs. no weight or integrated weight. I suppose the
>best argument is "don't rip up wrecks", but is there anyone who as come
>across an answer?
>
>
>Regards,
>
>Stuart.
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