Just got my first pumper: Sheridan Blue Streak Racine C

[Habanero69er]

The rear sight, just by the way it is attached can cause barrel separation. Mac1 secret sauce is probably the best oil for these guns. Pivot points, pump cup, probe o-ring and a drop or two once in awhile down the transfer port will do wonders.

+1  It's made specifically for pumpers. Works on all the moving parts & helps preserve your rifle. A few drops on the piston & it get shot through the internals all the way out the barrel.

[johnboy]

Remove the rear sight,replace with the Williams peep.Secret sauce is an excellent lubricant.Proper lubrication expels the contaminants with each shot and reduces wear.Cock before pumping to allow good seat alignment.Proper grip while pumping will keep everything aligned with less stress.Store uncocked, with a pump or two in it.Enjoy,it is a true piece of Americana.

[Old Corps]

The rear sight, just by the way it is attached can cause barrel separation. Mac1 secret sauce is probably the best oil for these guns. Pivot points, pump cup, probe o-ring and a drop or two once in awhile down the transfer port will do wonders.

Thanks for the reply, appreciate it. Now I need to find a parts diagram somewhere to identify those parts & see where they're located. Do you know where I could find one? Is there another model number I need to find it on Crosman's site? It IS a Model C Blue Streak manufactured in Racine in '78, has the toggle safety, .20 cal. Identical to "Gorilla's" in the 1st post here....except mine doesn't have those rust spots on the bolt.....LOL. Am I correct in assuming the rear sight is removed by "spreading its legs" out a bit? I can't see any other method of attachment.
Sorry for all the questions.

Ed

[Old Corps]

Thanks to Dave & John as well! Is the Williams peep a bolt on or require drilling, etc?

Ed

[Habanero69er]

The rear sight, just by the way it is attached can cause barrel separation. Mac1 secret sauce is probably the best oil for these guns. Pivot points, pump cup, probe o-ring and a drop or two once in awhile down the transfer port will do wonders.

Thanks for the reply, appreciate it. Now I need to find a parts diagram somewhere to identify those parts & see where they're located. Do you know where I could find one? Is there another model number I need to find it on Crosman's site? It IS a Model C Blue Streak manufactured in Racine in '78, has the toggle safety, .20 cal. Identical to "Gorilla's" in the 1st post here....except mine doesn't have those rust spots on the bolt.....LOL. Am I correct in assuming the rear sight is removed by "spreading its legs" out a bit? I can't see any other method of attachment.
Sorry for all the questions.

Ed

You are correct sir.

[johnboy]

I removed the rear sight by using a dull screwdriver to hold one of the wedges in place and used a rubber mallet to drift the sight to the rear.Be careful not to scratch the air cylinder.The 4th picture in the original post shows the 2 holes on the right side of the breech for the Williams peep sight.Screws are included with the sight.

[bantam5s]

So am I correct In thinking that the late 80's sheridans(  the last sheridans that were ever made) came pre drilled and tapped? I know that the .20 cal benjamins did ( not a sheridan, just a .20 cal benjamin with a different label)

[bbv13]

I'm pretty sure all of the Racine made Sheridan's and the later Crosman Sheridans were drilled and tapped for a Williams peep. There were also some special edition guns made earlier that were also set up for Williams sights. I have one that is set up like this from the factory. I think it is a 1963 model.

Bryan

[anuthabubba]

Only the early '50s model Dans and those made from about '85 on were drilled. All 'real' Sheridans were made in Racine. The later Crosman-Dans were made in Nueva York.

[19Sheridan57]

To remover a rear sight that is NOT helpd in place by small screws ;

I put muzzle against the carpeted floor, take a block of wood & lay it up against the back of the site, & smack it with a mallet/hammer. Site will " shoot " straight out to the front.

[Old Corps]

THANKS to everyone that responded, really appreciated! I have the 2 screws that go through a small plate right by the bolt. As in Gorilla's 2nd pic/1st post here. Would those be the ones for the Williams sight?
Also, if any of you fine gentlemen could give me a link or point me in the right direction to a parts diagram for a '78 Model C Blue Streak (Racine .20 cal.) that'd be outstanding. I've searched through the library and vintage gun gates to no avail. Don't wanna screw up this fine example I've been lucky enough to acquire. It operates and shoots great and I want it to continue to do so when my Grandsons get it. At my age that ain't gonna be a long time.........

Thanks again!
Ed

[19Sheridan57]

THANKS to everyone that responded, really appreciated! I have the 2 screws that go through a small plate right by the bolt. As in Gorilla's 2nd pic/1st post here. Would those be the ones for the Williams sight?
Also, if any of you fine gentlemen could give me a link or point me in the right direction to a parts diagram for a '78 Model C Blue Streak (Racine .20 cal.) that'd be outstanding. I've searched through the library and vintage gun gates to no avail. Don't wanna screw up this fine example I've been lucky enough to acquire. It operates and shoots great and I want it to continue to do so when my Grandsons get it. At my age that ain't gonna be a long time.........

Thanks again!
Ed

Yes, if you have the 2 screw holes on the right side near the bolt, those are for a Williams peep site.

See if these help you .

http://stevespages.com/pdf/sheridan_blue-streak-silver-streak.pdf

http://www.network54.com/Forum/275684/message/1177168737/sheridan+C9+rebuild

[Old Corps]

THANKS to everyone that responded, really appreciated! I have the 2 screws that go through a small plate right by the bolt. As in Gorilla's 2nd pic/1st post here. Would those be the ones for the Williams sight?
Also, if any of you fine gentlemen could give me a link or point me in the right direction to a parts diagram for a '78 Model C Blue Streak (Racine .20 cal.) that'd be outstanding. I've searched through the library and vintage gun gates to no avail. Don't wanna screw up this fine example I've been lucky enough to acquire. It operates and shoots great and I want it to continue to do so when my Grandsons get it. At my age that ain't gonna be a long time.........

Thanks again!
Ed

THANKS for those links, just what I need! Really appreciate you taking the time. I now realize that mine does NOT have the peep sight holes drilled & tapped. The screws I mentioned earlier are on the LEFT side & hold the cam lock plate that provides adjustment for the bolt fitment. I'm afraid if I attempt to drill/tap those holes it might be worse than just leaving the OEM sight in place and hoping for the best.  There's no sign of any separation problem now. I'll think about it. We've got company coming today but I plan on taking her apart for cleaning/lubing next week. Guess I need to order some "secret sauce" first.

Ed

Yes, if you have the 2 screw holes on the right side near the bolt, those are for a Williams peep site.

See if these help you .

http://stevespages.com/pdf/sheridan_blue-streak-silver-streak.pdf

http://www.network54.com/Forum/275684/message/1177168737/sheridan+C9+rebuild

[bantam5s]

The ones holding that little metal cover in actually hold the ( cam plate I think it's called in)  the ones on the right are the ones for a peep. 

[Old Corps]

Yep, thanks Dave. Mine doesn't have holes for the Williams peep, unfortunately.

Ed