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  1. masterrig
    I got one of their windblades, for our DZ. Nicely made and very good quality. I wouldn't be afraid to do business with them, again. Chuck
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    I just replaced the lines on a Spectre, with the line connection points, the white webbing in your picture, marked with a No. 2 pencil A,B,C,D. It isn't very noticible yet, while packing, shows-up quite well. I'd be careful as to using marking pens in that, we don't know what exactly is in the colored ink. Try this, after cocooning the canopy, make the first 'S' - fold (upper end of cocoon), place that in the bag. Then, make the last 'S' fold (line end of cocoon) and place that in the bag. Get as much of the material contained in the bag as possible. Make your fisrt locking stoe. This will really help hold things together and gives you both hands free to 'neaten' the pack job by pushing all the material into the bag. Make the next locking stoe and so - on. Hope, this helps. Chuck
  3. masterrig
    I was able to get with Henri at the last Symposium... that really helped. What is strange, about wanting the pilot chute level with the side-flaps, rather than 'sunk-in' is, the idea seems to scare the day-lights out of owners. The fears of 'snagging' the cap on something, the pilot chute material creeping out and all that. Personally, I think the 'sunken' look, looks great. With the cap level with the flaps, they look less 'secure'. That's just my silly opinion. Chuck
  4. masterrig
    Yeah, me too! I didn't mean to sleight anyone, it was just something I was told as a kid. I kinda re-arranged the words a bit. Chuck
  5. masterrig
    The Wings container, can be 'tricky' to pack. It took me a while to really learn but, like you, I asked around of different Riggers and got a lot of real good help. The big thing is getting the 'ears' really filled and watching loop length. Also, getting and maintaining a good 'hollow' between the ears for the pilot chute and keeping more of the pilot chute material towards the top of the pilot chute, yet keeping material between the spring coils as per the mfgr's instructions. You'll get it. At least, it's not 'one of those damned Racers'! That's another topic. If and when you get your Wings, you'll have plenty of practice right there! Just don't let it intimidate you. A man made it... you, can pack it! Good luck to you! Chuck
  6. masterrig
    I think you're right, Dave. That container was introduced at the last Symposium in Jacksonville. If, there are any used ones on the market, probably be a pretty good deal. Chuck
  7. masterrig
    Aerodyne Tel #:813 891 6300 Hope, this helps! Chuck
  8. masterrig
    Several years ago, when I first got my 'Senior ticket', I had a horrible time learning to pack a Racer. Went to one of Jump-Shack's seminars they held here in Texas and really got 'in-line'. While looking through one of the Cypres manuals, I learned a great deal more. Especially using 'soft' bodkins. It was a real learning curve but, I really enjoy packing them. I don't charge any more for Racers. The big 'secret' I found in making them look good is maintaing a good 'hollow' area between the ears during the packing process. I think, they are a very well constructed harness-container. Chuck
  9. masterrig
    You might try contacting the manufacturer of the harness-container. Tell them what you need and the size of your main parachute. They'll be able to help you. Square one, American Skydiving Systems or Sunshine Factory can also help you. As for 0-P or F-111, they'll be able to advise you in that regard also. Hope, this helps. Chuck
  10. masterrig
    You might try calling Rigging Innovations and talk with Sandy Reid. He should be able to get you headed in the right direction. He also holds Senior and Master Rigger Schools (U.S. Academy of Parachute Rigging) . Also, there is Dave DeWolf, who also holds rigger certification classes. Chuck
  11. masterrig
    Heckuva idea! It just astounds me that a reserve pilot-chute and free-bag, release handle and reserve rip-cord would cost over $800.00. I've ordered those parts (for others) at various times and never paid any where near that. I'd be calling Sunrise rigging and double check that bill. Chuck
  12. masterrig
    I think, the Dolphin is a very well made harness-container. Quite comfortable. Their price has gone up, quite a bit over the years. Depending on your 'flying' preference, you may want to shop some more. Chuck
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    That had to be a mis-print. Or, there is one helluva Duty Fee on items like that! A few bucks more and you could get a brand new Wings harness-container! Chuck
  14. masterrig
    I have a J-4 with a 190 - Sabre. This is the 3rd. main that has been in it. The first was a 248 - Maverone then a 170 - Sabre now, as I say, I have a 190 in it. The 170 fit nicely, just a bit of loop shortening. I wouldn't want to go any smaller, as the man said, you'll scare your free-fall buddies. Also, as was pointed-out, the D-bag that that came with the harness-container, stays with the harness-container as do the risers. Hope, this helps. Chuck
  15. masterrig
    Aerodyne Research and Parachute Industries of South Africa 'merged' and the 'old' parachutes are not being manufactured now. They are still replacing linesets and repairing them, but, new designs and new canopy names have replaced them. Same for the Tempo and Pilot at P.I.S.A.. Check-out some of Aerodyne's new products. Chuck
  16. masterrig
    If, I were your friend, I would have him contact the manufacturer. I ordered a Vector - III for one of our jumpers a while back and he had the same problem. The end result after a couple phone calls and being told to jump it for awhile was, a new harness was built for it. This may or may not be the case here but, would have him make a call. Chuck
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    Probably a dumb suggestion but, have you checked the pawn shops in your area? Most car burglars are looking for things they can 'hock', just to get enough to buy more 'crack'. Chuck
  18. masterrig
    I sure appreciate your in-put. That's what I like about these forums... I learn something. That's what rigging is all about... learning. Thanks, again! Chuck
  19. masterrig
    Since that is not mentioned in the owner's manual, I would place the main risers on top of the reserve cover flap. That would lessen the wear on the reserve risers. Chuck
  20. masterrig
    I would suggest talking with your instructors. They would know much more about your performance in the air as well as under canopy. Check-out web pages of the various manufacturers. Shop around. This will be a big investment for you and you want to be happy with what you select. Take your time and don't rush into buying. Welcome to our sport and all the best to you! Chuck
  21. masterrig
    After reading your back-ground, you shouldn't be too far from P.I.S.A.'s plant. Aerodyne owns it now, but, if they can't help you, PM me and I'll send you a copy of the Owner's Manual. Chuck
  22. masterrig
    I have a Barigo (15-yrs.) and never, a bit of trouble with it. One of our jumpers has one that got packed-up in someone elses container and was 'lost' for about 6-months. My wife found it in a field near the DZ. The owner cleaned it up and had our pilot 'test' it for him. He's still using it. I believe, they are high quality... low price. For what it's worth. Chuck
  23. masterrig
    Dang! Probably would've been a great idea and worked quite good. I'm sure, would've saved a lot of hassle. Chuck
  24. masterrig
    Thanks, Mick! It's great, to hear it straight from the source! I must agree with you, that there are more than competant riggers who would do it right. As you said also, there are some out there (that I personally know) that I wouldn't let pack my suitcase for an over-night trip. It's sad to me, that it has to be the way it is, but, we have to cover our butts. Also, I have found that, the pilot-chutes 'creep' up, it's the nature of the 'beast'. Also, we accept all risk if, we 'give permission' to another rigger. Chuck P.S. I was falsly accused by one of those riggers who only 'holds' a certificate and later cleared. That FAA thing is no fun... trust me!
  25. masterrig
    That's a good question. In the owner's manual for the Reflex, it states that the pilot-chute may only be tightened-down by the rigger who packed it. So, in that case, we are bound by the fact we 'must' follow manufacturer's instructions. Besides, I wouldn't want another rigger doing something while my seal is on that reserve pin. The owner in such a situation would have to wait till he/she could get it to their rigger. In other words, NO! Chuck