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Originally Posted by CompuDude
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Originally Posted by bullzi
I just got a set of XT's with the spring straps. I am thinking it would be a good idea to take the straps off from time to time and soak the mounting hardware in hot water to remove the salt. The problem with any connection like that is that the water cant move through and flush out the salt. Just my .02 worth.
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Regularly loosening and re-tightening this type of hardware could cause it to no longer be attached as securely. I wouldn't. Just give the whole back end of the fin a good rinsing in fresh water... that's really all that's needed.
If there's a real problem with rust that continues to get worse, well, Apollo does have a warranty, and should be willing to take care of it. I think it's only a 1yr warranty, so give them a call before too much time passes if you're really worried.
These fins have been out for a few years now, however, and I have yet to hear of anyone's C-Straps failing, so I'm not sure it's worth worrying about. |
I don't think it is a failure issue.. at least in the short run, but it is an issue if you need to change anything... I have two vastly different size boots I wear (winter versus summer), and have to change the spring length...which was impossible in less than a year. Surprizing, becuase the cost of good screws is penny's for them...