Steel 72 Rubber Boots

[stephenws]

I finally found a couple decent U.S.Divers steel 72 tanks with original U.S.Divers rubber boots. Only problem is that the rubber boots have stretched a bit and won't stay on the tanks. Is there a good way to get the boots to stay on the tanks? I've considered using a few spots of silicone adhesive, but that would make it a little difficult to remove the boots occasionally to check for corrosion. Any ideas?

Thanks,
Steve

[Bryan]

Every new rubber cylindrical boot I have looked at for 72's have been made of vinyl and are not worth a dime.... The UK boot I stock has been made since the 70's and is tough as nails.

[swimjim]

I use the boots Bryan stocks and they are very nice. They stay put. The old USD boots do stretch out. A few wraps of electrical tape around the tank will hold them in place for a while or for show. If you really want to dive the tanks and not worry about donating to Davy Jones locker, go with Bryan's.