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Old 05-17-2007, 11:29 PM   #1
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Drysuit manufacturers recommend using unscented talc on the seals since the scented variety has some kind of adverse effect. I got tired of the dive shop prices on this stuff, and you can't find it in stores, so I googled it and found two sources: garden supply shops, where it is used for flower arranging or something, and adult toy shops, for all the latex goodies. Both are much cheaper than my LDS.
I got it at the garden shop.
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Old 05-18-2007, 03:33 AM   #2
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I got it at the garden shop.
Yeah, sure..... How is Debbie does flowers?
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Old 05-18-2007, 08:25 AM   #3
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I have a pal who does things with industrial type fibreglassing. Part of the process is to mix in an unscented talc to give it form. He buys it by the barrel full. Guess where I get mine!!

Of course, if Debbie was ever in the market............
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Oops, my secret is out.....
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