Author Topic: MRodAir Air Max Varmint in .177 (Read 39517 times))

gendoc · « **Reply #360 on:** August 25, 2017, 07:19:38 PM »

i put a 50mm bushnell AO on my .177 varmint with high rings,
you can see about 1/16" of light between the O-bell and the band that used to hold the
rear sight.

also i have not had any problems with screws anywhere on my varmint.

and i just drilled my stock for a sling stud to mount a bipod with..
it works perfect

MikeH · « **Reply #361 on:** August 25, 2017, 07:21:48 PM »

I'll try new screws, and if that doesn't fix it I'll see about a new breach block. In the mean time I need to see how she shoots. Too bad my rings are too low to see what it will do with a scope.

Ribbonstone · « **Reply #362 on:** August 25, 2017, 07:29:14 PM »

Swap'em first. The longer screws from the LDC ,might be better formed (And I still do blame the screws rather than the threaded holes...this is my 3rd airgun using the same breech and having to swap-screws to get a tight fit).

tomiboy · « **Reply #363 on:** August 25, 2017, 08:29:32 PM »

I checked all my screws and they were all good!

I only have one hole on the top of the barrel band. The one the elevation screw goes in?

My barrel droops a bit and Mike suggested:

You can loosen the barrel band a bit.

They do seem to hold the barrel down a touch.

The screw under the clamp in the stock.

Just back it off a turn and take a look.

The inlet for these is a bit too deep inside in my opinion.

Sounds like I need to remove the stock to find these screws.

MikeH · « **Reply #364 on:** August 25, 2017, 09:25:00 PM »

During my quick trial fit of my scope this morning before work, it looked like there was no way there was enough clearance for the magazine. I just tried again, and after about 10 minutes of tinkering I got the scope to fit without fouling against anything. This little Hawk 2-7x32 with low rigs sure is low to the bore and makes the rifle balance beautifully. Cant wait to shoot it tomorrow between rain showers.

Anyone know if there is a good carbon fiber suppressor available to replace the stock chunk of metal "suppressor".

gendoc · « **Reply #365 on:** August 25, 2017, 09:30:36 PM »

try it, you might not think you need a LDC...i didnt think so......

tomiboy · « **Reply #366 on:** August 25, 2017, 09:42:52 PM »

Quote from: MikeH on August 25, 2017, 09:25:00 PM

During my quick trial fit of my scope this morning before work, it looked like there was no way there was enough clearance for the magazine. I just tried again, and after about 10 minutes of tinkering I got the scope to fit without fouling against anything. This little Hawk 2-7x32 with low rigs sure is low to the bore and makes the rifle balance beautifully. Cant wait to shoot it tomorrow between rain showers.

Anyone know if there is a good carbon fiber suppressor available to replace the stock chunk of metal "suppressor".

I got a CF LDC from Rocker1 on here and it is very nice and back yard friendly

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #367 on:** August 25, 2017, 09:43:23 PM »

Quote from: MikeH on August 25, 2017, 09:25:00 PM

Anyone know if there is a good carbon fiber suppressor available to replace the stock chunk of metal "suppressor".

Rocker1 has an adapter for the Varmint. His LDC's are super quiet. I highly recommend them.

MikeH · « **Reply #368 on:** August 25, 2017, 09:55:17 PM »

Sounds great, thanks. I'll,try it tomorrow when it's pushing a pellet, but right now just dry firing it is way louder than my .25 Impact. I like quiet!

So how do I go about getting a Rocker1 LDC ordered? Website, or just PM him?

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #369 on:** August 25, 2017, 10:02:25 PM »

Send him a PM. He'll reply at around 2:00 am, he keeps some crazy hours! LOL!

Horatio · « **Reply #370 on:** August 26, 2017, 12:18:15 AM »

Quote from: MikeH on August 25, 2017, 06:49:55 PM

Thanks for checking on the set screws. The rear most hole in the barrel band is where the elevation screw threads in. The forward hole isn't used.

A close inspection of the barrel band also indicates that it is not a "floating" type barrel band, but rather a split, or slotted clamp that positively locates and secures the barrel.

I would venture that the barrel band does more to locate and secure the barrel than the three tiny set screws in the breach block.

I have the Wheeler kit that comes with 6- and 8- screws and taps.
Couldn't you just drill out the messed up holes and go next size up?

Techie · « **Reply #371 on:** August 26, 2017, 02:12:20 AM »

My new .22 Varmint only has ONE hole in the top of the barrel band-sight base. My .22 Plinkster has two.

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #372 on:** August 26, 2017, 09:36:57 AM »

Where would I go about ordering a spare fill probe for my Varmint? Are these unique to the SPA PCP's or are they used on other brands as well? There are so small, I'd like to have a couple spares just in case... Thanks...

Wayne52 · « **Reply #373 on:** August 26, 2017, 11:01:14 AM »

I bought one from TRRob for my PP700sa but I think they also have one in stainless for the PR900W.

Ribbonstone · « **Reply #374 on:** August 26, 2017, 01:51:18 PM »

Haven't a bunch of probes to check...SPA probes are about 7mm, so are rather thin in comparsion to the other probes about the place.

Also the same probe used in the MKI and MKII pistols and the M-10....don't have all the SPA PCP's, but looks like that size probe is used in many of them.

tomiboy · « **Reply #375 on:** August 26, 2017, 01:56:25 PM »

On the subject of probes....I just shove mine in until it stops and it works fine. I have read of some people needing to add o-rings to shim it so it doesn't go in as far. I just received mine on Thursday. Has this been improved or is it just the luck of the draw?

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #376 on:** August 26, 2017, 02:05:47 PM »

I shot an e-mail to Julie at SPA and asked about availability of the probes. They aren't listed on the parts diagram, so hopefully she's recommend a source and possibly provide a part number. These things are probably the same as used with other airguns, just need to figure out which ones.

gendoc · « **Reply #377 on:** August 26, 2017, 02:06:15 PM »

not to change the subject but, i just gotta ask.....

have any of yall tried predator polymags 8gr in your amv ?

i bought some a while back for a springer i had that wouldnt shoot anything well except them. got rid of that springer and just tried the polymags ....and what i found was
1 hole @ 25yrds with a full mag and about 30fps faster, and better accuracy than the benny's i was using.

the polymags will come in handi next month

WesBob · « **Reply #378 on:** August 26, 2017, 02:10:22 PM »

Quote from: PaulT58 on August 26, 2017, 09:36:57 AM

Where would I go about ordering a spare fill probe for my Varmint? Are these unique to the SPA PCP's or are they used on other brands as well? There are so small, I'd like to have a couple spares just in case... Thanks...

Paul, if you don't mind waiting awhile, you can order them cheap from snow peak. You can contact Julie at sales@china-airrifle.com

Rat Sniper (AKA: PaulT58) · « **Reply #379 on:** August 26, 2017, 02:35:21 PM »

Quote from: WesBob on August 26, 2017, 02:10:22 PM

Quote from: PaulT58 on August 26, 2017, 09:36:57 AM
Where would I go about ordering a spare fill probe for my Varmint? Are these unique to the SPA PCP's or are they used on other brands as well? There are so small, I'd like to have a couple spares just in case... Thanks...
Paul, if you don't mind waiting awhile, you can order them cheap from snow peak. You can contact Julie at sales@china-airrifle.com

You must have missed my comment two posts above this one! I have already sent Julie and email, just waiting to here back.

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