Getting more velocity out of a Vector

ringer706 · 09-15-2007, 06:31 PM

Hey, I just recently had a craving for BA'ness so two weeks and $223 later, I sit here with a near minty Vector Model B. Shoots AWESOME, and it about made me deaf the first time I dry fired it in the basement fixing a minor leak. However, when I put paint through it, I was shooting around 250ish. Is there any way to get me closer to 270-300 range. Not over of course though. Thanks!

Lrrpie-CT · 09-16-2007, 02:30 PM

Have you tried using the velocity adjuster located in the ASA? Use a 5/64 allen wrench and turn counter clockwise to increase velocity. Adjust in quarter turn increments!

Here is a link to the manual:

http://www.vintagerex.com/pics/gunpi...tor_manual.pdf

ringer706 · 09-16-2007, 02:56 PM

I can't find a screw head back there. I see the hex key go past the small hole on the left, but theres nothing to turn. Also, who turns down the AB o-ring grooves, I think I have a small tear in one of them.

Mstrtal · 09-16-2007, 02:58 PM

Then you have the same problem I had when I first purchased my Vector. Meaning it has been made "Thruster Ready" if the adjustment screw is missing then you have to use a regulator to adjust your velocity.

ringer706 · 09-16-2007, 03:02 PM

So regulating the pressure would make the velocity go up?

For the record, I'm using CO2

Gabe · 09-16-2007, 04:59 PM

You should have a reg anyway. Liquid really wreaks havoc on a vector and a reg will help with efficiency and possibly even slow the LPR vent.

BUT a reg will not cure your velocity problem (unless it's sprung for LP and the HP gas is keeping the valve closed-I am assuming this isn't the case). You probably need to pull off the AB unit and either lighten the valve spring or put in a heavier hammer spring. IIRC the springs are standard Nelson/cocker springs.

netsurferdude2 · 09-16-2007, 05:57 PM

Weak main spring maybe. If you leave you vector cocked for awhile then it can kill you spring.

Dylan6-0 · 09-16-2007, 06:27 PM

I sent you the Sheridan Reg in the box with the vector...hope you didn't through it out.....W/E you do dont pull apart the AB setup. Those o-rings shred when u do that and are hard to find.

ringer706 · 09-16-2007, 09:41 PM

Yeah, I did pull out the AB assembly, and there is a knick in one of the rings

which I'm getting a small leak down the barrel from (kicks self in forehead). I am looking for someone who can turn down the grooves for tank rings.

About the springs though, what I'm thinking is a weak valve spring and a heavy bolt spring, that way, I can work down the velocity with a stabilstock. Does that sound ok, or should I only weaken/strenthen one?

ringer706 · 09-16-2007, 09:42 PM

Oh, and that leak coming out of the side plate, I think is from the o-ring on the brass air tube, so what would be the best replacement?

09-15-2007, 06:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
ringer706 Seasoned Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hudsonville Michigan	Getting more velocity out of a Vector Hey, I just recently had a craving for BA'ness so two weeks and $223 later, I sit here with a near minty Vector Model B. Shoots AWESOME, and it about made me deaf the first time I dry fired it in the basement fixing a minor leak. However, when I put paint through it, I was shooting around 250ish. Is there any way to get me closer to 270-300 range. Not over of course though. Thanks! __________________ Feedback She told me we couldn't afford beer anymore and that I'd have to quit drinking. Then I caught her spending $65 on makeup. I asked how come I had to give up stuff and she didn't. She said she needed the makeup to look pretty for me. I told her that was what the beer was for. I don't think she's coming back...

09-16-2007, 02:56 PM	#3 (permalink)
ringer706 Seasoned Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hudsonville Michigan	I can't find a screw head back there. I see the hex key go past the small hole on the left, but theres nothing to turn. Also, who turns down the AB o-ring grooves, I think I have a small tear in one of them. __________________ Feedback She told me we couldn't afford beer anymore and that I'd have to quit drinking. Then I caught her spending $65 on makeup. I asked how come I had to give up stuff and she didn't. She said she needed the makeup to look pretty for me. I told her that was what the beer was for. I don't think she's coming back...

09-16-2007, 02:58 PM	#4 (permalink)
Mstrtal Valeyard: Porn Not War! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Unfortunatly I live	Then you have the same problem I had when I first purchased my Vector. Meaning it has been made "Thruster Ready" if the adjustment screw is missing then you have to use a regulator to adjust your velocity. __________________ "You can also Put it on Your Penis." http://paintballforums.com Tal's Personal Hell! Originally Posted by commandoman Kick back and enjoy the atmosphere, sexy girls at my school keep me sane through the worst lectures by the worst professors

09-16-2007, 03:02 PM	#5 (permalink)
ringer706 Seasoned Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hudsonville Michigan	So regulating the pressure would make the velocity go up? For the record, I'm using CO2 __________________ Feedback She told me we couldn't afford beer anymore and that I'd have to quit drinking. Then I caught her spending $65 on makeup. I asked how come I had to give up stuff and she didn't. She said she needed the makeup to look pretty for me. I told her that was what the beer was for. I don't think she's coming back...

09-16-2007, 04:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
Gabe Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Chugiak, AK	You should have a reg anyway. Liquid really wreaks havoc on a vector and a reg will help with efficiency and possibly even slow the LPR vent. BUT a reg will not cure your velocity problem (unless it's sprung for LP and the HP gas is keeping the valve closed-I am assuming this isn't the case). You probably need to pull off the AB unit and either lighten the valve spring or put in a heavier hammer spring. IIRC the springs are standard Nelson/cocker springs. __________________ "There's nary a beast that can outrun a greased-up scotsman!" - Willie "What makes a VM so charming is that you can chop down small trees with it" - Jaan

09-16-2007, 02:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
Lrrpie-CT Super Moderator Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: CT	Have you tried using the velocity adjuster located in the ASA? Use a 5/64 allen wrench and turn counter clockwise to increase velocity. Adjust in quarter turn increments! Here is a link to the manual: http://www.vintagerex.com/pics/gunpi...tor_manual.pdf

09-16-2007, 06:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dylan6-0 MCB Member Join Date: Apr 2006	I sent you the Sheridan Reg in the box with the vector...hope you didn't through it out.....W/E you do dont pull apart the AB setup. Those o-rings shred when u do that and are hard to find. __________________ http://xtreme-paintball.com/index.html Sick Field Feedback

09-16-2007, 09:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
ringer706 Seasoned Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hudsonville Michigan	Yeah, I did pull out the AB assembly, and there is a knick in one of the rings which I'm getting a small leak down the barrel from (kicks self in forehead). I am looking for someone who can turn down the grooves for tank rings. About the springs though, what I'm thinking is a weak valve spring and a heavy bolt spring, that way, I can work down the velocity with a stabilstock. Does that sound ok, or should I only weaken/strenthen one? __________________ Feedback She told me we couldn't afford beer anymore and that I'd have to quit drinking. Then I caught her spending $65 on makeup. I asked how come I had to give up stuff and she didn't. She said she needed the makeup to look pretty for me. I told her that was what the beer was for. I don't think she's coming back...

09-16-2007, 09:42 PM	#10 (permalink)
ringer706 Seasoned Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Hudsonville Michigan	Oh, and that leak coming out of the side plate, I think is from the o-ring on the brass air tube, so what would be the best replacement? __________________ Feedback She told me we couldn't afford beer anymore and that I'd have to quit drinking. Then I caught her spending $65 on makeup. I asked how come I had to give up stuff and she didn't. She said she needed the makeup to look pretty for me. I told her that was what the beer was for. I don't think she's coming back...

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