Author Topic: 1st pcp and pump (Read 6953 times))

rabbitguy · « **on:** November 03, 2011, 03:15:58 PM »

I am thinking of getting the Evanix rainstorm .22cal ( first PCP ).
Which pump would you recommend?

Tpatner412 · « **Reply #1 on:** November 03, 2011, 03:20:34 PM »

For the Rainstorm I'd reccomend a Hill pump. I used a benji pump when I had my rainstorm
And that was not pleasurable. I've never heard a bad thing about the Hill

MustangMike · « **Reply #2 on:** November 03, 2011, 03:40:13 PM »

id get the disco with pump as a entry level pcp and pump... anything over a disco id deff be thinking tank setup

but the hill pump has a 3 and 4 stage pumping.. the 4stage pumping will take more pumps but it will get easier

Nomadic Pirate · « **Reply #3 on:** November 03, 2011, 03:45:37 PM »

Hill

0351_Vet · « **Reply #4 on:** November 03, 2011, 04:00:04 PM »

Great choice for a 1st PCP. Hill would be a great Pump until you chose a fill set-up.

Jay · « **Reply #5 on:** November 03, 2011, 04:46:50 PM »

I have used the Hill for around a year now, it does need a good cleaning an maybe new Oring's(a rebuild), but then it has been used almost daily so I would say a very good pump over all.

MustangMike · « **Reply #6 on:** November 03, 2011, 06:17:10 PM »

id love a hill pump, better quality and pa stocks the rebuild kits for them so parts are easy to get

Nomadic Pirate · « **Reply #7 on:** November 03, 2011, 08:14:33 PM »

Quote from: mustangmike on November 03, 2011, 03:40:13 PM

id get the disco with pump as a entry level pcp and pump... anything over a disco id deff be thinking tank setup

Pumping even the Biggest Air Hogs is no problem at all, for a Rainstorm is a real piece of cake

MustangMike · « **Reply #8 on:** November 03, 2011, 08:26:45 PM »

Ribbonstone · « **Reply #9 on:** November 03, 2011, 08:50:29 PM »

Another Hill vote.

Have used an FX for many years..on aguess the pump is 10 years old or older. Finally died, and i have to say the rebuild process is NOT as easy as a Hill. Had one Hill pumps during that time as well... need a rebuild more often, but are easier .

Finally decided to replace the FX ()think i can rebuild it, but right now am having a *(&^ of a time with one pinned in part).

Ordered a 2nd Hill. This one was ordered WITHOUT the dry pac. First one has the dry pac system, and I am unimpressed by any test I can perform....so avoided the expense for something that my personal tests showed didn't work well enough to justify.

Looking on-line, and finding a good price...then a discount coupon...got this last Hill a couple of months ago for $205 (INCLUDING shipping) from Mid Way.

TOM aka critter99 · « **Reply #10 on:** November 03, 2011, 11:22:30 PM »

Quote from: rabbitguy on November 03, 2011, 03:15:58 PM

I am thinking of getting the Evanix rainstorm .22cal ( first PCP ).
Which pump would you recommend?

If you can get 4500 PSI fills skip the pump and get a SCBA tank. makes shooting alot more fun for sure.

I started with a pump on a CZ200 122CC air tube and quickly switched to a SCBA tank

It was Hill pump they work well and are easy to reseal when needed

MP44 · « **Reply #11 on:** November 04, 2011, 06:44:37 AM »

Another vote for the Hill pump.

rabbitguy · « **Reply #12 on:** November 04, 2011, 12:10:30 PM »

Thanks guys, I will get the hill pump then.
Just have to save a little more $$$.

TimmyMac1 · « **Reply #13 on:** November 04, 2011, 12:19:32 PM »

Disco .22 is awesome. With Gen II Brake, Mac1 Prep and Pump it is $485. Hill is a better pump so if you buy gun only is is $335 no pump.

Tim

rabbitguy · « **Reply #14 on:** November 04, 2011, 12:25:40 PM »

I just love the looks of the rainstorm.

Onebaddj · « **Reply #15 on:** November 04, 2011, 01:25:22 PM »

I followed the advice given and went with a hill also. Great pump. I searched alot of places and could not find any negative reviews. I am happy so far with mine. Little steep on the price but ya get what u pay for. And it does not come with any adapters so you will have to buy what ever hooks up to your gun.

TOM aka critter99 · « **Reply #16 on:** November 04, 2011, 01:28:43 PM »

When I had my Hill and wanted to reseal it the orings are available easily in a kit. I emailed Hill with a question and they responded they would call me(from UK) and walk me thru it if needed. So support is there for sure

HauntedMyst · « **Reply #17 on:** November 05, 2011, 01:11:05 AM »

Midway USA has the BSA pump on sale and the BSA site says its made by Hill so if you want to save $50, thats a good way.

TimmyMac1 · « **Reply #18 on:** November 06, 2011, 12:55:37 PM »

Quote from: HauntedMyst on November 05, 2011, 01:11:05 AM

Midway USA has the BSA pump on sale and the BSA site says its made by Hill so if you want to save $50, thats a good way.

If you didn't already you should put that Midway Sale tip in Bargain Gate

Tim

TOM aka critter99 · « **Reply #19 on:** November 06, 2011, 02:28:44 PM »

I had a the BSA branded Hill same pump only different color

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