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Support Equipment For PCP/HPA/CO2 and springers ,rams => Support Equipment For PCP/HPA/CO2 => Topic started by: Rescue35 on October 22, 2012, 09:00:33 PM

Title: Finally broke down.
Post by: Rescue35 on October 22, 2012, 09:00:33 PM

I did a complete tear down and rebuild of my Benjamin pump yesterday. This is the second time for that...including polishing the tubes to smooth out the corrosion. Fortunately I have enough orings on hand for another 49 rebuilds. A couple more packs of the 2 that are duplicates and I'll knock that up to 99 rebuilds. Sounds exhausting especially with my increasing inventory of air hogs.

On the other hand I ordered a shoebox compressor and the requisite hose from Joe Brancato. The shoebox has already shipped! Joe said that hose and adapter will go out tomorrow. I should be making my own HPA without actually pumping. Joe was a great guy to deal with and wanted to make sure I had everything I needed. Even emailed me an invoice to simplify payment. When it comes to hoses, adapters, and fittings I will not be shopping around anymore. I'll just call Joe.

Now I will be able to use those 10 SCBA cylinders I have laying around.  8)

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: Motorhead on October 22, 2012, 09:15:18 PM

Shoebox ... nice job !!

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: SciGuy on October 23, 2012, 09:10:57 AM

You will love the Shoebox.  I had a fairly early one and stupidly sold it.  1 month later I bought a new one.  Be prepared for a sudden increase in pellet volume and stock up.

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: Rescue35 on October 23, 2012, 10:00:33 AM

Yes, that is the next purchase. I only have about 2000 pellets right now. I can easily see them going quickly. At least they get recycled into bullets for the big bore.

This will also help a lot with working on airguns. The biggest thing that has kept me for doing simpler work on them is the idea of having to pump them back up.

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: mtsheron70 on October 23, 2012, 05:51:59 PM

I may still yet get a shoebox but right now at $6 for a fill I will use the dive shop. 

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: Addictedtoair on October 23, 2012, 06:18:20 PM

Congrats on the Shoebox. I hope to one day have one. Joe is the man when it comes to hooking up your gear. Have fun!

Brett

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: Rescue35 on October 25, 2012, 09:24:38 PM

Received the SCBA adapter and hose from Joe today. Nice piece of kit and it got here quick from California. 2 days quicker than the compressor coming from Arizona. Looking forward to the compressor being delivered tomorrow and getting to make my own HPA.

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: Rescue35 on October 26, 2012, 07:11:38 PM

Definitely worth the expense.

This little fella works steady and quick.

(http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y243/Rescue35/IMAG0289.jpg)

Title: Re: Finally broke down.
Post by: PakProtector on October 26, 2012, 07:56:49 PM

hey-Hey!!!,
If I ever have issues with my $5/fill card from the dive shop I'll have one on order within hours.
cheers,
Douglas