Cost question? - PRod vs CCS

[rsterne]

I've seen a lot of guys (me included) build PCP carbines starting from a 22XX.... We can't access the Custom Shop (or buy a PRod) here in Canada, so I'll pose this question to you Yanks.... What is the cost of getting a 2400 (I assume that is the number) through the CCS, fitted with the Skeleton stock, a .22 cal, 14" barrel, steel breech, the drop-sear trigger (like on the PRod), a power adjuster, and then fitting a HiPac with whatever extensions are necessary to come about flush with the end of the 14" barrel, and add a TKO to it?.... How does that compare to purchasing a PRod?.... I know it's fun to convert stuff yourself, but for somebody ordering a new gun from the CCS with the intention of converting it to PCP, does it make any sense financially.... especially when you consider the PRod is a 3K fill, a repeater, and shrouded?....

Bob

[johninthecamper]

I did it,not cost efficient. amount spent is about the same with the three better features not there.fun in the beginning,at the the end I said this was dumb,look at what I could've had

[vigilandy]

Bob,  my 2400KT with 18" barrel was very close to $100 USD from CCS.  The 14" is slightly cheaper.  Adding a BNM repeater breech and shroud would be $210 plus shipping.  Hi-Pac is $75 plus shipping.   Prod is about $400 direct from Crosman after the 20% coupon. 

The cost is similar, but you loose the 3k fill.... this calculation is why I have been able to resist buying a Hi-Pac.  However, I'm planning on turning a 2400KT into a AS2250XT with BNM repeater and shroud.  I am thinking that with a rear mounted 3oz CO2 bottle, the LOP will be a pretty good youth gun.  Cost may be high, but I don't think there is anything similar off the shelf.

[rsterne]

I pretty much figured the cost would be similar.... and if you build your own PCP using a 2260 (or Disco) tube, Disco valve, fill fitting, gauge and port, probably more than the HiPac version....

I can see somebody who already owns a 2400 converting it, particularly if they don't want a repeater or shroud.... but ordering a new one to make into a PRod seems strange to me....

Bob

[Railbuggy]

Item Qty Price


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Custom 2400KT x1 $118.18
    Base: Base Assembly x1 
    Barrel: 18.0" Crosman Barrel  x1 
    Muzzle: Brass Muzzle Brake x1 
    Grips: Camouflage Stock x1 

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Subtotal  $118.18
Shipping and Handling  $2.50
Total  $120.68

[Ribbonstone]

The least expensive ways into PCP (at least as I see it, and in the US):

XS60C PCP (Flying Dragons PCP): $165.  Really nothing much to do but fiddle with the trigger and perhaps set the supplied striker spring screw.  The gun and a pump $305.  Been using one of the pumps for a couple of months without a problem.

Discovery PCP.  Is a whole sub-culture of Disco mods, custom parts if any are needed.  Believe it or not, lots of Disco owners seem happy with them just the way they are.  About $400 for the gun-n-pump package.

DIY QB79 HPA conversion,  Basically a QB79 plus an HPA bottle.  A bit of a learning curve to get it  leak proof and running right, but think the gun/HPA tank/ Pump would come in at about $385-$405.

HiPac conversion of a Crosman Custom Shop 2240.  If you avoid all the BS and just stick with the basic gun,  think the total for a HiPaced 2240 would be something like $240-$250.  Add a pump, and are closing on $380-$410.  Be aware that getting a HiPac to seal and run right can be a steep learning curve.


Of the four, if you’re going to use a pump, then  the XS60C PCP (it’s very easy to pump a small volume to 1500psi) or the  Discovery (pumping 135cc’s to 2K isn’t a chore either).

[Gtownjake]

The least expensive ways into PCP (at least as I see it, and in the US):

XS60C PCP (Flying Dragons PCP): $165.  Really nothing much to do but fiddle with the trigger and perhaps set the supplied striker spring screw.  The gun and a pump $305.  Been using one of the pumps for a couple of months without a problem.

Discovery PCP.  Is a whole sub-culture of Disco mods, custom parts if any are needed.  Believe it or not, lots of Disco owners seem happy with them just the way they are.  About $400 for the gun-n-pump package.

DIY QB79 HPA conversion,  Basically a QB79 plus an HPA bottle.  A bit of a learning curve to get it  leak proof and running right, but think the gun/HPA tank/ Pump would come in at about $385-$405.

HiPac conversion of a Crosman Custom Shop 2240.  If you avoid all the BS and just stick with the basic gun,  think the total for a HiPaced 2240 would be something like $240-$250.  Add a pump, and are closing on $380-$410.  Be aware that getting a HiPac to seal and run right can be a steep learning curve.


Of the four, if you’re going to use a pump, then  the XS60C PCP (it’s very easy to pump a small volume to 1500psi) or the  Discovery (pumping 135cc’s to 2K isn’t a chore either).

I would throw in the XS BAM 50 (Daystate Regal Huntsman copy) form FD for $210 (US).  More than likely, this will be my first foray into the 'Darkside'. 

[Ribbonstone]

OK...have one of those..good gun, but wasn't sure if Mike had any left or not (and if he does, would be .177's).  Also a PCP that will either thrill you with the out-the-box power or send you in search of tuning information to get it a bit slower and a longer shot count.  Call that one $370-$400 with a pump.