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  1. Humdinger

    Why El Cheapo compressors are no bargain

    Lots of users don't realize the amount of energy in high pressure air and how it stresses a compressor. When I was first starting out in PCPs I learned my lesson by not following proper procedure when filling a rifle. I pulled out the fill probe after filling to 200 bar without first opening...
  2. Humdinger

    Tuning No Hobby For Old Men

    I'll be 76 later this month. I'm discovering that my patience is wearing thin maintaining PCPs and the associated tanks, fittings, and air compressors. I've always been self sufficient in servicing PCPs and equipment for them. The forums and Youtube are great tools for assisting users how to...
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    FX Streamline Regular leaks through vent hole

    I'm perplexed. My FX Streamline .25 has been leak free and a tack driver for the six years since I bought it new. My only annoyance with this rifle has been the magazine design. On rare occasions it's failed to fully seat the last pellet then closed behind it so that the probe couldn't be...
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    GX CS4 fill times

    GX factory literature rates the GX4 and GX4-1 air output rating at 11 liters per minute at 1 bar. That equates to 22 liters per hour @ 4500 psi or 310 bar. Most owners fill their SCBA tanks to 310 bar. That means a 6.8 liter tank X 310 bar holds 2108 liters of air @ 4500 psi. It takes 3...
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    Affordable reliable compressor that the air gun market would embrace

    The least complicated and easiest to maintain air compressor was the Shoebox. It was made in the U.S. but was relatively expensive. It was manufactured on such a small scale that it was impossible to compete with the Chinese imports that drove Shoebox out of business. If a larger...
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    FX Is the FX King a step forward or backward?

    After considering the FX King it is my opinion that it is a step backward from the Crown in several respects. Is it really necessary to have both manometers angled on what is supposed to be a traditional stock rifle? It has three negative points against it for me. I'm left handed and the...
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    Inexpensive Tank Protection

    Last year I bought a 9.8L Omega SCBA tank as part of a PCP package deal on the classifieds. It was in as new condition and I want to keep it that way. It's easy to damage the clear coat that covers the carbon fiber wrap. This tank sat unused until I recently made a simple carrier to protect...
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    Dr. Robert D. Beeman's estate auction of historic air rifles and pistols

    The late Dr. Robert D. Beeman who founded Beeman Air Rifles was known to have an extensive collection of historically significant air rifles. Rock Island Auction Company in Illinois is auctioning some of his collection in their August, 2023 auction. Included in his collection are two Giradoni...
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    2023 Carbon Fiber tank sizes expanded and revised

    This is an expanded and revised list of carbon fiber tank sizes. It includes the different units of measure commonly found on tank labels. The purpose of this list is to serve as a basis of comparison to buyers who may be unfamiliar with different units of measure. This will help to...
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    Optics Weaver 6-18X-44 rifle scope lower price

    Weaver 6-18X-44 side parallax rifle scope. Parallax down to 25 yards. Includes box, papers, sun shade, and finger adjustable turrets with removable caps. Light weight scope is ideal for bullpups and PCPs. Reticle has elevation holdover markings. Excellent bright image for a budget priced...
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    Optics MTC Mamba Lite 4-16X-42 IR air rifle scope new price

    This scope looks brand new. It is a MTC Mamba Lite 4-16x42 SF IR scope with flip up scope covers. This is a 1 inch scope and it very light at 20 ounces. Side parallax adjustment from less than 10 yards to infinity. SBC2 reticle. 2x magnification end cap eyepiece. There are no marks on the...
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    Air Arms S510xs .177 Ultimate Sporter Xtra FAC regulated

    This is a well cared for Air Arms S510 ultimate sporter extra FAC in walnut adjustable cheekpiece stock. No rings or scope included. It will ship in a hard case and include a male to male threaded adapter which allows the user to use any 1/2 UNF moderator of your choice. The rifle will also...
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    Tuning Weihrauch/Beeman open sight removal and cosmetic fix options

    In the heyday of Beeman airguns they sold lots of accessories through retailers for their spring rifles. If an owner mounted a scope and removed the open sights they had muzzle brakes, filler screws, and rear sight plates for a finished appearance. These replacement parts are no longer...
  14. Humdinger

    Feedback MP44 is an excellent buyer

    He is a man of his word, highly recommended. Thanks William.
  15. Humdinger

    low cost adapter for converting female to male threaded moderator

    Air Arms S510 shrouds have an end cap which is female threaded 1/2-20 UNF not the typical 1/2-20 UNF male thread. Most moderators are 1/2-20 UNF female so an S510 would need a male thread moderator or an adapter for a standard UNF female one. There is stainless steel fitting that will adapt a...
  16. Humdinger

    Scope realignment question

    Is there any way to self repair a scope which runs out of windage clicks before it reaches the bullseye at 25 yards? It is not a rings issue nor an alignment issue with a particular rifle. Using a different set of rings or change rifles and the same problem exists. The scope was made in China...
  17. Humdinger

    Anyone hear of Airgunsu online website?

    Today I found this website online. I know Airgunus is a scam but this one is Airgunsu and their contact information says they are located in Abilene, Texas. I can't pull up any information other than what their website says. Is this a legit outfit?
  18. Humdinger

    All PCP owners need one of these

    One of the most common questions posted on airgun forums is "what size o-ring do I need for this"? Many of the PCP manufacturers don't publish schematics or parts lists with o-ring sizes because they either want the income from parts and service sales or they just don't want people to work on...
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    Tuning All PCP owners need one of these

    One of the most common questions posted on airgun forums is "what size o-ring do I need for this"? Many of the PCP manufacturers don't publish schematics or parts lists with o-ring sizes because they either want the income from parts and service sales or they just don't want people to work on...
  20. Humdinger

    Compressor startup rattling noise explained

    It can be scary when a new owner starts up an Alkin or Bauer compressor and hears that paint can rattling noise. It stops as soon as a drain valve is closed. The sound is actually the free floating third stage piston which stabilizes under pressure. The rattling piston causes no damage...