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Others Some thoughts on GX compressors

Luis Leon said:
In no shape, form or fashion did I say or imply that @Hateful McNasty is not “entitled” to his/her opinion… I simply pointed out, which can be verified across many threads(posts. His constant hating on anything PCP. I come to this site for the fraternity, not to disparage what others choose to send projectiles with. His comments against PCPs? A few times? No biggie, but as a constant flow of negativity against anything PCP related…? I take it your handle is Retired Law Enforcement and badge number? If so, thank you for your service.🇺🇸

Sincerely,

Luis Leon
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Well duaaa dude get the handle "hateful mcnasty .. my gosh figure it out ..lol

Look all you see is sales pitch and rainbows and flower beds. On everything . I just point out the shortcomings they try to blow smoke up your arse. Thing is don't like it lump it . You can just move on to something else like you turn a tv channel if a show you don't like comes on ..

Maybe my negative may save a poor guy falling for the sake pitch fluff and show a bit reality or silly expence ..

Oh and God bless the free state of Florida. Land of the free . Clean air fresh water and sunshine.
 
PasadenaMike said:
Shotgun News=nostalgia. Anyway, not to get off topic
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Maybe you have a point with nostalgia.

Maybe HAM brings back a collaboration newspaper/magazine?

Companies like GX pumps and airgun manufactures could jump in on ads. Theres a lot of talk recently about people missing the newspapers they used to get. Since most news media sources are skewed/skeptical these days. Maybe honest black and white news/reviews is what we need?

🤔
 
RetLE303 said:
The best newspaper ever ! I wish they would bring that back.

Staring at computer screens is not old school (well, maybe now since were old) but something about printed ads and prices stands out better than an email anyday. :)
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I hated going to the mailbox and it was stuffed with sales flyers , like sportsman guide something . Cabela's was good to see before basspro took them over ,

Now you get nothing and I kinda miss them in a way . Like you it's all about staring at the screen ruining my eyes ..
 
Hateful McNasty said:
I hated going to the mailbox and it was stuffed with sales flyers , like sportsman guide something . Cabela's was good to see before basspro took them over ,

Now you get nothing and I kinda miss them in a way . Like you it's all about staring at the screen ruining my eyes ..
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How about every time you go somewhere with a "digital coupon" on your phone, it DOESNT WORK when they scan it. 🤣

Whoever thought of that idea? (Needs to be scanned in the head) lol
 
I dunno about the cost. Yes, it's expensive, a $1500 rifle, a $250 compressor, pellets, chrony, etc. But, two of my friends bass fish and they have a $15000 boats with .... a $23000 motor, cause you gotta go fast? and then add rods and reels, lures, clothes, glasses,...yes expensive glasses, gasoline, tournament fees....and it's all to pull a fish out of a lake. I dunno, I can go to Sam's Club and for $30, I get a extra large Salmon filet. Better eatin, to me anyway.
It's all in what you like to do and how much you wanna spend on it. Compared to a lot of other hobbies, it pretty much in line. Have you tried golfing, or woodworking. One of my fishing neighbors got into woodworking and spent over $2000 just for a power planer and bought a whole shop full of tools. Airguns are starting to sound cheap :)
 
Agreed, and how much do many people spend on their classic car addiction?

Compared to these things, you can still have a good time with airguns for a fairly low investment.
 
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I spent more on guitars then I ever did on guns.
I have microphones that would buy multiple high end air guns : /
it what I always tell folks your priority save it invest it send it or blow it?
 
hameditor said:
Agreed, and how much do many people spend on their classic car addiction?

Compared to these things, you can still have a good time with airguns for a fairly low investment.
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Agreed! I am into planted aquariums and you can spend a sizeable chunk to get going! Plants, fish, good lights, filters, etc. But like aquariums once you got your guns, their preferred ammo and fill source figured etc it's actually affordable to keep it running I find. Heck last time I went to the aquarium shop I sold them plants!🤣
 
bchannell said:
As I have now had in my use over six GX compressors, several CS2 and CS3 models, and have worked on all of them, so I have some insight into maintenance and use that might be of use to the members.
First, I'm a huge fan of the CS2, it is robust and simple in design and operation. Since I would never walk off and trust a CS3 or other compressor to shut off on it's own, I have to be there and watch it anyway, so no need for auto shutoff in my book. The CS3 is the same design as the CS2, with a simple addition of auto shutoff parts.
Second, these are to fill guns only and any attempt to fill large cylinders is at your own risk. Can it be done, sure! Is it advisable? That's up to you, but that is not what they're designed for. If you are judicious, it can be done, but I have the compressor to fill with, so I have no need for a large cylinder.
The CS2 is so simply designed, that if properly cared for, I can't imagine it would not last quite a long time. The electronics are simple and very well thought out, and the piston and seals are spot on.
If you maintain the compressor, you add much to your odds of it lasting, and I don't care what anyone, even the manufacturer says about that. They may say it never needs lube, but don't bet on it, especially when it's so simple. There are plenty of videos online showing how to disassemble the unit, but even that is not all that necessary. I'd check the gearbox every year or so,check and replenish the gear grease as needed, and not mess with it any more. If you pull the head, then the wrist pin, and remove the piston, clean everything well and regrease and reinstall, you've done wonders for longevity. Silicone or food grade grease for the piston, and really any good bearing/gear grease for the wrist pin. Also remove the pressure block on the bottom front and clean it of rust and install new filters. Do the same for the gauge housing. You've now spend a half hour or so and added to the life of your compressor.
In use, follow the instructions, open the bleed first, start the compressor, and close the bleed. Keep the fill line and gauge block below the gun at all times when filling so that any liquid will stay in the fill line. You will get rust in the fill line at the compressor pressure block and the gauge block, that's a given. If you vent it hard when filling is done, and open it every few months, and clean it up, you shouldn't have any problems with moisture in your guns. I also would open my airgun's cylinder every year or so for inspection. Of all the causes of explosion, which is rare, I would bet many are from unseen aluminum liners oxidizing. An inspection will tell you if your procedures are working for your climate. If you want to add a filter, it's a great idea. I'd personally stick with a filter on the high pressure line, and change the media every 3 months for peice of mind. I wouldn't fool with an inlet moisture filter, unless it's in addition to an outlet filter. Can't hurt, and may do some minimal good.
The very best advice I could give is use nitrogen fed to the compressor. No worry of any moisture, and no filters, except a cotton filter for debris. I use a 40 cu/ft cyl fed to the handle/inlet of my CX2's at 8-9psi and it works great, even fills just a tad faster too. I do a lot of shooting and use about one n2 cyl a month or so. If I'm not tuning or working on airguns, then n2 lasts longer, maybe 2 months. At $16 a exchange, that's pretty cheap, and cheaper than maintaining filters. N2 is not mandatory, obviously, but it's easy. I used strictly air for a good long time and never had a problem, but I also used a filter.
Just a little care, and these units should last and last, and for around $250, they're a steal. I have friends, who i've sold units to, and they abuse them, never use filters, and do no maintenance whatsoever, unless they ask me to do it, and those compressors are working fine, although, I did disassemble them and lube them properly and check out all the connections before letting them go.
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When I first delved into PCPs during the initial COVID wave, it was incredibly difficult to acquire anything. Eventually, I managed to obtain a .25 cal Avenger and a CS3, but the latter only lasted three weeks. I believe I was naive( received a lemon). Given the number of enthusiasts, there is a market for this unit as long as it's maintained within the guidelines and used solely for filling PCPs, not tanks. The inability to change the oil will inevitably lead to failure since oil degrades over time. Using grease, which doesn't break down as quickly, might be a better option if it can be added. Grease excels in applications where it must remain in place for durable lubrication, but it has its limits in heat dissipation and can thermally degrade. Therefore, if it can't be replaced, its lifespan is predetermined, boiling down to a trade-off between cost and durability.
 
Grunt64 said:
When I first delved into PCPs during the initial COVID wave, it was incredibly difficult to acquire anything. Eventually, I managed to obtain a .25 cal Avenger and a CS3, but the latter only lasted three weeks. I believe I was naive( received a lemon). Given the number of enthusiasts, there is a market for this unit as long as it's maintained within the guidelines and used solely for filling PCPs, not tanks. The inability to change the oil will inevitably lead to failure since oil degrades over time. Using grease, which doesn't break down as quickly, might be a better option if it can be added. Grease excels in applications where it must remain in place for durable lubrication, but it has its limits in heat dissipation and can thermally degrade. Therefore, if it can't be replaced, its lifespan is predetermined, boiling down to a trade-off between cost and durability.
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Agreed. I got the CS4I and has a small grease pot. Way better in the long run.
 

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