Other Regulators and higher PSI airguns

I just opened my .25 600mm barreled Crown mk2 for its yearly service, cleaning and replacement of orings. I run my reg at 178b (Huma) as I'm shooting 33 gr Zan slug at 980. Great accuracy, and able to buck the wind nicely.
I found the interior very clean , with all the orings looked pretty good with the exception of the one that is located on the piston head. It appeared to be ripped. I had noticed every now and then a drop in velocity. Price of pushing the limits. No biggie, easy fix. I do add a drop of silicon oil in my fill port occasionally to keep the insides happy.
17213395087648234260831990138914.jpg
 
I just opened my .25 600mm barreled Crown mk2 for its yearly service, cleaning and replacement of orings. I run my reg at 178b (Huma) as I'm shooting 33 gr Zan slug at 980. Great accuracy, and able to buck the wind nicely.
I found the interior very clean , with all the orings looked pretty good with the exception of the one that is located on the piston head. It appeared to be ripped. I had noticed every now and then a drop in velocity. Price of pushing the limits. No biggie, easy fix. I do add a drop of silicon oil in my fill port occasionally to keep the insides happy.

View attachment 480772
You hit on the key to all of this. "Yearly Service".

All mechanical things need occasional service. Nothing mechanical lasts forever, but perventive maintenance can sure go a long way to keep you shooting.