Would a drop in shot count be attributed the pellet probe issue???
No, but the new reg setting and HST might not be in a very balanced state of tune, which could be related to the shot count. But, I suggest you first finish cleaning the hammer assembly and see what happens.
I didnt mess around with hst. Just took probe out and it is definitely bent. Hoping that is the only issue. Already ordered a new one but i work iat a metal fab shop so will try to bend it back on the inspection table tomorrow
So, i straightened the probe and put it back in, but now the cocking lever isnt "snapping" back into the home position.