Is it possible to tune down a Stock 18fpe Regal XL to 12fpe? If so, I would appreciate a good link to an instructional video, article, or post. Many thanks.
Tuning De-Tuning a Regal XL
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The easiest thing to try first would be backing off the hammer striker screw CCW. Second guess would be shortening your hammer spring or better yet sourcing a weaker spring, maybe at the hardware store. Here's the only video I know of. Not the best but it'll give you a good idea on adjusting the striker.
Jking
https://youtu.be/2u1cp8tTZPk
Jking
https://youtu.be/2u1cp8tTZPk
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@jking thanks, I did look around before posting here & had found that one already. I was hoping to order one from Daystate as a 12fpe from the factory, but they don’t make them any longer. Only the Revere.
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Might take a look and makes sure there isn't a spacer on the end of the hammer spring that might be removed. We have a couple of stores in our town that have a good selection of springs that are pretty cheap. You might get lucky.
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Will see. Don’t actually own the gun yet. Was after a Regal (non XL) but that I guess is not to be for now. Wanted to do my homework before buying the gun. Thanks for the info.
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From my bookmarks
Here is a video from a fella that makes his own spring bushings for the Air Ranger & the Huntsman
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1lu9v23VNCg&t=13s
If you go into his website there is also a 3 part video (which I've not watched yet) on tuning the Air Ranger which may also apply to the Huntsman
https://www.youtube.com/user/jimineecricket1/videos
Hope this helps
Ed
PS
Pitiful, isn't it; how little factory info is available
(Stop chuckling Jking)
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It may not seem like a big deal to them, but there’s a lot of misinformation on their websites. They copied and pasted all the info on the Revere to the Revere unregulated. It’s pretty much the same thing & says nothing about the differences.
The pictures are also wrong. The current picture for an XL shows it without a moderator. But if you order it based on that information, you will be receiving a Reflex mod glued on in there.
I almost ordered an R7 from Airgun Depot once. Picture showed no iron sights. When I called they said it had iron sights and was an old picture. They would have had to refund me and pay for back shipping.
The pictures are also wrong. The current picture for an XL shows it without a moderator. But if you order it based on that information, you will be receiving a Reflex mod glued on in there.
I almost ordered an R7 from Airgun Depot once. Picture showed no iron sights. When I called they said it had iron sights and was an old picture. They would have had to refund me and pay for back shipping.
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Thank you for posting this questions and for the replies. I'm following this, as I would seriously consider doing this to my Regal. However, thinking aobout this, mine is regulated probably not possible unless I can swap out the regulator too!
I have a RedWolf also and for my backyard shooting, the lowest power setting is perfect for my needs. The Regal is a louder rifle and dialing it down to 12 fpe would be perfect for me if accuracy is maintained.
Regards,
I have a RedWolf also and for my backyard shooting, the lowest power setting is perfect for my needs. The Regal is a louder rifle and dialing it down to 12 fpe would be perfect for me if accuracy is maintained.
Regards,
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I believe the regulators are Huma which are adjustable. I'm guessing the hammer would have to be addressed too when dropping the regulator pressure. The guy that would be most knowledgeable on these Daystates and optional ways of tuning them is Motorhead (member name). If he doesn't respond you might shoot him a PM. Curios 5thumbs what is your regulator set to and what caliber is it?
Jking
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jking, Thanks for the message. I've heard of Moterhead and I believe he is not too far from me here in California!
My Regal is a .177, the regulator gauge is set at 135bar. She shoots 10.34 Air Arms just shy of 900fps just at the benchmark 18 foot pounds
and crossman heavies (10.5 grain @ 880 fps) 18.06 foot pounds
My Regal is a .177, the regulator gauge is set at 135bar. She shoots 10.34 Air Arms just shy of 900fps just at the benchmark 18 foot pounds
and crossman heavies (10.5 grain @ 880 fps) 18.06 foot pounds
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Thank you all for the great information and advice. I ended up compromising and buying the gun that brought most of my wants to the table. What I really wanted was a .177, UK specked to Sub 12fpe Regal with a short tube. AoA had a Sub 12 Revere available, short tube and all. It is regulated and has the lever instead of the bolt. I did not want the Reflex silencer either, and the Revere comes without it. I ordered about a week ago and received it on Friday. I will admit, I like it a lot. The lever is silky smooth and the gun gets about 140 shots per fill, comes with the 5 year warrantee too. Just getting to know it now, but it seems to be very accurate. I will post video reviews as time allows. Thanks again.
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Oh, I'm really envious now! You lucked out on that beautiful walnut stock. I think that was the best way to go. No worrying about cutting or changing out hammer and valve springs. It most likely has the correct size transfer port opening. 140 shots? Nice! Plink all day. I'll be looking out for your review.
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Congrats,
Very nice selection. That stock looks like one that should be on limited edition model. How's the shot sound, just guessing probably not too bad being a 177cal. Keep us posted after you get it broke in on how it's working out.
jking
Very nice selection. That stock looks like one that should be on limited edition model. How's the shot sound, just guessing probably not too bad being a 177cal. Keep us posted after you get it broke in on how it's working out.
jking
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Thanks to all. @jking The sound is very mild since it is in .177 & sub 12, that's without an LDC. It is definitely backyard friendly just as is. A bit on the loud side if dry fired. Throw an LDC on it and it's extremely quiet regardless of what. The shot cycle is sublime, everything I wanted it to be. It is very accurate with a variety of pellets, definitely not pellet picky at all. This will be a hunter, so minute of squirrel is just fine. I will attach a picture of a 5 shot group at 25 meters, all are in the kill zone (1" target) all 5 are different pellets. As mentioned above, I will follow up with some video reviews on my YT channel.
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Interesting thread. I have just bought a Daystate Revere in .177cal doing the standard 18 ft/ibs. I would like to set the Huma regulator so it will do aprox 22-23 ibs shoot the 13grain JSB redesigns @ 870 ft/sec. I had a Whiscombe jw80 once doing clean 23ft/ibs in .177cal. Here I realized how effective that was out to 80 yards on pigeons, magpies and such. However the Jw80 was a big gun to carry around and was more meant for the bench or stationary hunting. I like a lightweight carry gun when lurking around for a pot shot.
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