Conversation on JTS AirCuda Rifles for tech and tuning only

[Motorhead]

Master thread here .... Where hard data and info is accessible.
https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=196350.msg156286613#msg156286613

PLEASE have forum conversations within this thread and not the linked one.

[mobilehomer]

It appears the three trigger springs would be very easy to exchange if the OEM aren't light enough. The work is top notch!

[Motorhead]

The .22 MAX all tuned up at 20fpe and set up for some Hunter Class Field target ... Just need to make up my D.O.P.E. sheet.
JTS 4-16x50 FFP scope with a Scope works Nautilus side wheel fitted.

[oldpro]

Got my attention!!!

[FuzzyGrub]

Scott, Travis,

I appreciate seeing allot of internal parts of these guns, before they are even available.  I don't recall other mfgs doing that... ever.   Even after a gun is released, reviewers never go to this level.   Thx.

I did some minor searching, but didn't find any general specs: length, weight, barrel length, air tube CC's, plenum CC's, etc. 

[Motorhead]

Scott, Travis,

I appreciate seeing allot of internal parts of these guns, before they are even available.  I don't recall other mfgs doing that... ever.   Even after a gun is released, reviewers never go to this level.   Thx.

I did some minor searching, but didn't find any general specs: length, weight, barrel length, air tube CC's, plenum CC's, etc. 

The disclosure on internals is not under direction of JTS to do so ... FYI
I was asked as many others who received DEMO / TEST guns to do what they do best, Some will video the guns, speak of features while shooting, other may seek to share overlapping info with power data and general features or their take on handling, loading etc etc ... 

My forte is that of internal / technical understanding of the working mechanics ... and as such was give a green light to openly share what I'm seeing with a narrative being pretty matter of fact.  Nothing being sugar coated or stated to appease the folks where the guns came from ... Facts as I see them and nothing more, Tweaks I see doable for the average guy to apply with some information so one can maintain there rifles over time.

Whats actually refreshing is that there has been / is open transparency on where these guns came from, who is making them, how & where there going to be marketed and what you get for your hard $$ spent.

As too the manufacturers specifications ?

Having a direct point of contact if or when issues may arise to get prompt resolve in todays world may prove near priceless 

Scott S

[FuzzyGrub]

Just giving some credit to Travis for sending it to someone that would do just that.   

I'll take some more, please. 

[casino7095]

Thank you for the great info

[Nomadic Pirate]

Will be following both threads, especially looking forward to see if Troy does some tweeking with the Hammersprings in the Standard.

[TroyHammer]

Will be following both threads, especially looking forward to see if Troy does some tweeking with the Hammersprings in the Standard.

I'll share details once I get a few more tweaks but right now at 12 shots with 34JSB averaging 62fpe from the standard. I think 2 mags around 880fps is doable.

[Rohmpm]

No complaints there. 

Will be following both threads, especially looking forward to see if Troy does some tweeking with the Hammersprings in the Standard.

I'll share details once I get a few more tweaks but right now at 12 shots with 34JSB averaging 62fpe from the standard. I think 2 mags around 880fps is doable.

[Nomadic Pirate]

Will be following both threads, especially looking forward to see if Troy does some tweeking with the Hammersprings in the Standard.

I'll share details once I get a few more tweaks but right now at 12 shots with 34JSB averaging 62fpe from the standard. I think 2 mags around 880fps is doable.

WOW, how did you do that ? ......perfect

[TroyHammer]

Will be following both threads, especially looking forward to see if Troy does some tweeking with the Hammersprings in the Standard.

I'll share details once I get a few more tweaks but right now at 12 shots with 34JSB averaging 62fpe from the standard. I think 2 mags around 880fps is doable.

WOW, how did you do that ? ......perfect

I've not replaced a single part either.  Did add a 15gr brass weight as per motorheads suggestion. This is going to be one of the baddest light weight hunters I've had the pleasure of using.

[Nomadic Pirate]

Very, very nice indeed

Tomorrow I will try play with the Rainstorm .357 Hammerspring,.......got 50 FPE just by maxing out the stock Hammerspring.

[Nomadic Pirate]

So I'm thinking I want to turn my MAX into a 30 FPE gun, I know nothing about regulated guns what do you experts think I should do ?

[TroyHammer]

So I'm thinking I want to turn my MAX into a 30 FPE gun, I know nothing about regulated guns what do you experts think I should do ?

Probably more than enough shots stock just backing off the hammerspring to 30fpe.

[Nomadic Pirate]

So I'm thinking I want to turn my MAX into a 30 FPE gun, I know nothing about regulated guns what do you experts think I should do ?

Probably more than enough shots stock just backing off the hammerspring to 30fpe.

So no need to mess with the regulator ? I would love that

[Motorhead]

Yea just back off on the HST and see where it lands   Won't be a balanced tune, but very well may shoot just fine.

[Nomadic Pirate]

Yea just back off on the HST and see where it lands   Won't a balanced tune, but very well may shoot just fine.

Just did, backed out all the way and got 640-650 fps with the 28gr Benjamin

[anti-squirrel]

While I read this and the other thread, I keep coming back to this statement from Scott that states, "These are quality economy air rifles first and foremost."

These are feature-rich PCPs for the money- that is for certain.  It meets Manny's needs for making power while still managing to be lightweight.  I like "middle-ground" triggers since when I hunt, I'm in brush-filled hilly terrain and these airguns appear to have that base covered, IE: not too light.  Accurate- check, a reasonable tube volume- check, regulated and responsive to tuning- check.

And just reading this thread plus Scott's technical details puts a big smile on my face.  Lightweight tunable hunting rifles are a sweet-spot in my book.  I'm thinking these will be the PCP rifles we've all been hoping would appear a few years ago.

So when can I throw my money at JTS?