What airgun related did you do today?

[Ronfiveo]

I'm trying to work up the nerve to do the trigger mod for a lighter pull on the 853.
I'm not quite there yet.

I have found or shown two different ways to modify the trigger and I don't know
which one is easiest with the less chance of mucking it up.

Right now I can only find the one from daisy which involves drilling and tapping an 8X32 screw hole in the guard.
I have the drill and tap, just don't have the confidence to start yet.

Ron

[kbstingwing]

Finally got my Brothers Notos ready, the Carm magazines came this morning and I setup a shooting station out my back door, first off I did a Crony test, shot 5 rounds and all averaged 789 Fps with just a 3 fps spread, this regulator in this Chinese Drop Block is working good, it also has a built in plenum which helps keep the spread low, I used Crosman Premier HP's 14.3 grn, 789 is good power for the Notos, I then Zeroed the scope, at 25 yards, getting hole in hole groups at 25 yards, dime size at largest, I did clean the barrel back a few days ago, these are the first pellets through and it's getting awesome groups right off the bat, that's great.... , my Brother should be very happy with this Notos, I hope he gets a few Rats and GS's with it...

[bantam5s]

Headed out to the garage in search of a 1/8th inch socket, or cap head screw that I can use to remove the bolt on a Blue Streak I am repairing.

I think the only 1/8th inch socket I've ever seen was in the Snapon 8th inch drive set, which if you're not familiar is a driver handle and 4-6 sockets with a 1/8th" drive connection.
I have no clue what they're really made for.

I have a maxi tool set from Moody precision,  it's traditional jewelers style precision screwdriver with interchangeable tips, 4 of those tips being little nut drivers.
Also some micro wrench tips, and the typical precision driver tips.

The 1/8 nut driver in my moody driver is what I use for bolt lugs.

[2A Georgia]

I'm trying to work up the nerve to do the trigger mod for a lighter pull on the 853.
I'm not quite there yet.

I have found or shown two different ways to modify the trigger and I don't know
which one is easiest with the less chance of mucking it up.

Right now I can only find the one from daisy which involves drilling and tapping an 8X32 screw hole in the guard.
I have the drill and tap, just don't have the confidence to start yet.

Ron

Ron,
There is a member goes by IOWOLF who is a semiretired machinist.  If you're okay to ship the gun to him with a drawing/sketch he can probably do it for you.
https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=208165.40

[Hoosier Daddy]

I actually suggested the Stinger before I notice the built in yoke on your shooting bench.

Actually, I was very skeptical of the yoke until I tried it. I thought, compared to my front Caldwell bag, I’d shelf it. Amazingly simple, it’s very soft holding on the front stock and extremely adjustable.

Seems to me that Stinger would be the next best thing to a vise for testing accuracy. A soft rear bag has some play in movement while recocking the gun whereas the Stinger would be more of a set it and forget it type deal. I watch guys like Rick doing gun reviews using one and it looks quite solid.

No doubt, it would be great for testing and tuning.

John /Bill: I have a "Stinger" and love it.
I have two bags and a "Leadsled" somewhere but the Stinger is always on the bench.
It is rock solid and VERY adjustable.
When shooting spingers, the front and rear rubber is covered with a towel to let them do their thing.
It works GREAT!

[Ronfiveo]

I'm trying to work up the nerve to do the trigger mod for a lighter pull on the 853.
I'm not quite there yet.

I have found or shown two different ways to modify the trigger and I don't know
which one is easiest with the less chance of mucking it up.

Right now I can only find the one from daisy which involves drilling and tapping an 8X32 screw hole in the guard.
I have the drill and tap, just don't have the confidence to start yet.

Ron

Ron,
There is a member goes by IOWOLF who is a semiretired machinist.  If you're okay to ship the gun to him with a drawing/sketch he can probably do it for you.
https://www.gatewaytoairguns.org/GTA/index.php?topic=208165.40

I'll have to do more research on this to know.

Thanks for the link and suggestion.
That's what is so good about this forum. A lot of good people willing to help others.

Ron

[Madd Hatter]

I just checked the reservoir pressure in my impact and it hasn't gone down at all and the regulator pressure has only creeped up 2 bar after sitting for a week.😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[Back_Roads]

Headed out to the garage in search of a 1/8th inch socket, or cap head screw that I can use to remove the bolt on a Blue Streak I am repairing.

I think the only 1/8th inch socket I've ever seen was in the Snapon 8th inch drive set, which if you're not familiar is a driver handle and 4-6 sockets with a 1/8th" drive connection.
I have no clue what they're really made for.

I have a maxi tool set from Moody precision,  it's traditional jewelers style precision screwdriver with interchangeable tips, 4 of those tips being little nut drivers.
Also some micro wrench tips, and the typical precision driver tips.

The 1/8 nut driver in my moody driver is what I use for bolt lugs.

  Smallest I have and many of is 3 mm, and up standard and metric sockets and wrenches. I ended up finding the right cap screw, chucked it up in my small varible speed driver, and Viola!

[Blowpipe Sam]

I received a .25 caliber Hatsan mod 135 in the mail today.  I shot some JSB Kings through it with the iron sights.  Enough to convince me that the gun is accurate.  I mounted a 4X32 AO Winchester scope on it this evening.  This gun has a reputation for eating scopes.  The cheap Winnie scopes have reputation for standing up to a lot of abuse.  This should be interesting.

[ER00z]

I received a .25 caliber Hatsan mod 135 in the mail today.  I shot some JSB Kings through it with the iron sights.  Enough to convince me that the gun is accurate.  I mounted a 4X32 AO Winchester scope on it this evening.  This gun has a reputation for eating scopes.  The cheap Winnie scopes have reputation for standing up to a lot of abuse.  This should be interesting.

Kind of like when an unstoppable force meets an unmovable object... Hope you have halfway decent scope rings 

Kidding, you should be alright. Congrats on the new gun. Those 4X32 AO scopes do hold up well, I've had one for years that's still kicking.

[Methuselah]

I received a .25 caliber Hatsan mod 135 in the mail today.  I shot some JSB Kings through it with the iron sights.  Enough to convince me that the gun is accurate.  I mounted a 4X32 AO Winchester scope on it this evening.  This gun has a reputation for eating scopes.  The cheap Winnie scopes have reputation for standing up to a lot of abuse.  This should be interesting.

Congrats on the new cannon gun... 

(and good luck, my only hatsan is in my tag line)

[avator]

I received a .25 caliber Hatsan mod 135 in the mail today.  I shot some JSB Kings through it with the iron sights.  Enough to convince me that the gun is accurate.  I mounted a 4X32 AO Winchester scope on it this evening.  This gun has a reputation for eating scopes.  The cheap Winnie scopes have reputation for standing up to a lot of abuse.  This should be interesting.

Congrats on the new cannon gun... 

(and good luck, my only hatsan is in my tag line)

Steve... what does the Hatsan 125 need?

[maraudinglizard]

Congrats on the new purchase, it's a fun gun to shoot for sure.

I received a .25 caliber Hatsan mod 135 in the mail today.  I shot some JSB Kings through it with the iron sights.  Enough to convince me that the gun is accurate.  I mounted a 4X32 AO Winchester scope on it this evening.  This gun has a reputation for eating scopes.  The cheap Winnie scopes have reputation for standing up to a lot of abuse.  This should be interesting.

Congrats on the new cannon gun... 

(and good luck, my only hatsan is in my tag line)

You need to get the 135 in .30 if you want air cannon. You'll get a good work out, cocking force is 60#. Mine loves the JSB pelllets. I have a Hammers 3x9 40 AO with one piece scope mount on it.

[Madd Hatter]

Congrats on the new purchase, it's a fun gun to shoot for sure.

I received a .25 caliber Hatsan mod 135 in the mail today.  I shot some JSB Kings through it with the iron sights.  Enough to convince me that the gun is accurate.  I mounted a 4X32 AO Winchester scope on it this evening.  This gun has a reputation for eating scopes.  The cheap Winnie scopes have reputation for standing up to a lot of abuse.  This should be interesting.

Congrats on the new cannon gun... 

(and good luck, my only hatsan is in my tag line)

You need to get the 135 in .30 if you want air cannon. You'll get a good work out, cocking force is 60#. Mine loves the JSB pelllets. I have a Hammers 3x9 40 AO with one piece scope mount on it.

No thanks Kris, I have enough problem cocking my 125 sniper. If I shot it more I probably won't have as hard of a time cocking it.

[avator]

Nothing airgun related today. I wore my back out moving a fence line this morning. The rest of the day will be spent watching NASCAR in a reclined position.

[Madd Hatter]

Tried to find the right size wrench to hold the inner tube in my Aspen's pump. It looks like it's a 16mm but of course I can't find mine or my 17mm either. They're snap on brand and very expensive.🤬🤬🤬 Bought them back in 74 so they weren't anywhere near as expensive.

[Cope1041]

3 inchs fresh snow, below 30 degrees, and 40 mph winds with gusts up to 60,  not a chance I will go out and try shooting, Instead, I built 4 new target holders,  I am now up to 8 in my back yard,  5 are on wooden legs  moveable to any distance  granted veg isnt to high,,  the other 3 are mounted to t posts out in the field above the tall grass.  I dont really have to worry about a hard back stop,  its 2 miles to the nearest road,  and its a seasonal road.

[Ronfiveo]

3 inchs fresh snow, below 30 degrees, and 40 mph winds with gusts up to 60,  not a chance I will go out and try shooting, Instead, I built 4 new target holders,  I am now up to 8 in my back yard,  5 are on wooden legs  moveable to any distance  granted veg isnt to high,,  the other 3 are mounted to t posts out in the field above the tall grass.  I dont really have to worry about a hard back stop,  its 2 miles to the nearest road,  and its a seasonal road.

That sure should do the trick.
Nice job.

Ron

[Blowpipe Sam]

Thank you all for the advice.   I put better than 50 shots through the mod 135 today as well as 20 or so through the .25 caliber mod 125 for comparison.  It's no contest.  The mod 135 is MUCH harder to cock but the pay off is 30+fps at the muzzle.  I chronographed it today at an average 30.79 fpe.  It was making beer cans dance at 60 yards with 25.39gr JSB Kings.  It is a BEAR to cock.  I can believe Kris's claim of 60 lbs. of cocking effort.

Very happy with the power and the surprising accuracy.  Once I get the trigger tuned I might try for NUAH with this gun.

[Back_Roads]

 I tried shooting a fun match target but the old gun I was using let me down with 6 shots left. I did some plinking with the .22 cal CO2 Barra 1866 still full of CO2 and dead on after setting a month 
 Shot my Daisy 922 a bit also 
 Next was sight in the THOR Lt on my AEA .303 Standard, 3 shot zero is nice, I was Shooting at a pop top I had pinned to the back stop and heated a bit with a lighter, 2nd hole from left.
 Started to mess with my Prod and NV but the cats stopped me and wanted to play with the laser