mr_music11 0 #1 November 4, 2009 Help! My semi new (1 year and about 20 jumps) Oxygen helmet seems to be breaking already!! The fiberglass around the velcro tension point is cracking. Is there some sort of glue or epoxy that I can apply that will fix this problem and stop further cracking/erosion? Thanks for reading/replying! Edited for spelling and attachment deletion. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
virgin-burner 1 #2 November 4, 2009 1.) your pictures dont work 2.) it's called "epoxy" this is information was provided free of charge to you by the internet police!“Some may never live, but the crazy never die.” -Hunter S. Thompson "No. Try not. Do... or do not. There is no try." -Yoda Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kmills0705 0 #3 November 4, 2009 QuoteHelp! My semi new (1 year and about 20 jumps) Oxygen helmet seems to be breaking already!! The fiberglass around the velcro tension point is cracking. Is there some sort of glue or epoxy that I can apply that will fix this problem and stop further cracking/erosion? Thanks for reading/replying! Edited for spelling and attachment deletion. Easy fix. Apply some cash to a new Z1!Kim Mills USPA D21696 Tandem I, AFF I and Static Line I Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JohnRich 4 #4 November 4, 2009 QuoteHelp! My semi new (1 year and about 20 jumps) Oxygen helmet seems to be breaking already!! The fiberglass around the velcro tension point is cracking. I would take the matter up with the manufacturer. 20 jumps shouldn't cause cracking to start occurring. Something is wrong with their design or manufacturing process. Let 'em know, and ask them to make it right. See what they do for you. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NovaTTT 2 #5 November 4, 2009 Where do you keep this helmet stored? In direct sunlight? Near a heat source? Contact the manufacturer with your inquiry. And photos."Even in a world where perfection is unattainable, there's still a difference between excellence and mediocrity." Gary73 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr_music11 0 #6 November 4, 2009 Quote Easy fix. Apply some cash to a new Z1! Sure thing! Only spent $300+ on the one that I have...good thing they made it disposalble... use once and toss.. I've got TONS of helmets just waiting to be used in the closet..If flying is piloting a plane.. then swimming is driving a boat. I know why birds sing.. I skydive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airtwardo 7 #7 November 4, 2009 Quote Quote Easy fix. Apply some cash to a new Z1! Sure thing! Only spent $300+ on the one that I have...good thing they made it disposable... use once and toss.. I've got TONS of helmets just waiting to be used in the closet.. Contact the manufacturer...I've dealt with them on another matter and got great service. If you do, let's us know how it goes in your case! ~ If you choke a Smurf, what color does it turn? ~ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr_music11 0 #8 November 5, 2009 To those taking the time to read my post and respond appropriately, thank you. I will be taking your advice and contacting the mfg. To those futards ( F***** retards) who only have to suggest I fork out big money for a new helmet just like the one they have, you can take a long walk off a short pier! Re reaed my post you newly "huked on fonix" bastards! I need help to FIX my current helmet. If I wanted advice on what new helmet to buy, I would have written a different post. So don't bother replying or like some really dumb ass send me a PM saying buy a dome cover like his. Thank you again for those who truly wish to help. Peace/blessings and bluesIf flying is piloting a plane.. then swimming is driving a boat. I know why birds sing.. I skydive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr_music11 0 #9 November 5, 2009 oh.. and my helmet I keep in a cotton cloth padded cover inside a small backpack.. never in sunshine or hot places unless is on my head and outside a plane!! thanks again for for all helpfull posts! If flying is piloting a plane.. then swimming is driving a boat. I know why birds sing.. I skydive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
horny955 0 #10 November 8, 2009 Its not unknown to have a bad batch, so best bet contact them they may already be aware of a problem. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mr_music11 0 #11 December 1, 2009 Update to the saga... have tried contacting the manufacturer 2x by e mail with no response or assistance yet. Will try contacting again thru other means to see if I might be successfull... thank you again to those who have taken the time to read my original response and respond accordingly... may still need your help yet! until then.... peace/blues/soft landingsIf flying is piloting a plane.. then swimming is driving a boat. I know why birds sing.. I skydive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mjosparky 4 #12 December 1, 2009 If you are going to survive in this sport you are going to have to grow thicker skin. Sparky My idea of a fair fight is clubbing baby seals Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeatlast 0 #13 December 1, 2009 Hi There - sorry to hear about your issues ... I was over in Deland last week and two of the skysystems guys were away on a trip - have you tried speaking to Ben in the office directly? Obviously with Thanksgiving and the Kaleidescope big way things were pretty busy in Deland so they might be a bit behind with their emails - especially if they are two men down. Give them a call and i'm sure that they will help you out ... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fendor1369 0 #14 December 5, 2009 I would tell you to call the manufacture, but that has been done. I would tell you to buy a new bonehead mamba, but that has been done. So if you get no love for the manufacture here is what I would do... JB wield can fix anything. Apply that to the crack and let it set for about 12 hours, carefully sand it down smooth, then place a sticker or something to cover it up... good as new. Good luck with your helmet JohnJohn - D.S 1313 "I'll jump it, Np. It's all good" Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
