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Forum: The Dead Zone 06-14-2013, 04:09 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 1,761
Posted By Jackson
Retro 7, closely followed by the Pro/Carbine. I...

Retro 7, closely followed by the Pro/Carbine. I have never had a gun point so intuitively as the Retro 7. The Pro/Carbine just feel perfect in my hands, shoulders perfectly, and the sights are...
Forum: Ask The Experts 05-31-2013, 09:20 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 797
Posted By Jackson
The most bizarre macroline burst I've witnessed...

The most bizarre macroline burst I've witnessed happened about 2 years ago. A friend set his gun down in the shade, under the staging area pavillion. Someone else set their mask down on a table...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-30-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,915
Posted By Jackson
I'm getting about 5.5" x 7.125" EDIT: After...

I'm getting about 5.5" x 7.125"

EDIT: After some rotating, I can get it into a rectangle 6"x6.4".
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-29-2013, 09:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 806
Posted By Jackson
Rabid racoon. I wasn't there, but it wandered...

Rabid racoon. I wasn't there, but it wandered into the middle of the staging area in broad daylight, stumbling around. A local police officer was playing that day, got everyone well clear, then...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 04:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
It shouldn't affect the accuracy. The printed...

It shouldn't affect the accuracy. The printed parts are typically the vertexes of the frame, the X and Y carriages (but those ride on bushings or bearings) and the Extruder. The hardest part to...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 04:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
You can probably make all of the printed parts...

You can probably make all of the printed parts out of sheet metal and wood if you have the time and skill. The only exception being the gears on the extruder. You might have to source those.
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 04:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
You find someone with a printer to print you the...

You find someone with a printer to print you the parts. Plenty of people on eBay and various forums. I came across that particular BOM early on in my planning stages. It convinced me to source all...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
Good point. You see a similar kind of thing in...

Good point. You see a similar kind of thing in the Reprap world. Most printer stuff is open source. You are welcome to use the files to build your own printer, or for convenience, quality...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 03:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
I know what stereolithography is. I have some...

I know what stereolithography is. I have some prototype parts on my desk here at work made via stereolythography. You don't need drafted faces for stereolithography.
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 01:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,915
Posted By Jackson
Plenty of reasons/factors: -So people can...

Plenty of reasons/factors:

-So people can make the item themselves. 3D printers are often more common and available than injection molding machines or milling machines. More people have a 3D...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 01:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/PvtDBJackso...

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/PvtDBJackson/Other/BatteryDoor_zpsc8da5fc5.png

The biggest issue I am seeing is the battery door. The clasp design just isn't ideal for 3D printing. The...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 01:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,915
Posted By Jackson
From what I've seen, no. For the shells, there...

From what I've seen, no. For the shells, there are overhanging parts that need to be supported. Some slicing software can build in supports. The battery door is not really printable as there is no...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 10:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
Here's a recent picture of the build: ...

Here's a recent picture of the build:

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/PvtDBJackson/MendelMax/2013-05-20_21-02-04_733_zpsdc057f4b.jpg...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-23-2013, 09:17 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
I'm building a Reprap MendelMax 1.5 I'm...

I'm building a Reprap MendelMax 1.5

I'm basing it on this design: Terawatt Industries' MendelMax 1.5 for LM8UU Assembly Guide (http://mendelmax.terawattindustries.com/assembly/index.html)

Using...
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-22-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 785
Posted By Jackson
Make your own. I'm making a Reprap MendelMax...

Make your own. I'm making a Reprap MendelMax 1.5. I'm in it $850. My print volume is 8"x8"x6".

While the Inception hopper design is open source, it is definitely NOT designed with 3D printing...
Forum: WTB 05-17-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 67
Posted By Jackson
I have a line on one that fits my needs right...

I have a line on one that fits my needs right now. If it falls through, I will give you more info. Thank you for the reply though.
Forum: WTB 05-16-2013, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 67
Posted By Jackson
WTB Cheap Laptop

I'm looking for a cheap laptop for a project. I'm thinking sub-$100. Dead battery is a non-issue. Let me know if you have something you are looking to get rid of. Thanks.
Forum: Avratech 05-10-2013, 05:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 193
Posted By Jackson
Party pooper. I wanted to call you every morning...

Party pooper. I wanted to call you every morning when I wake up (4am your time).
Forum: The Dead Zone 05-06-2013, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 221
Posted By Jackson
I made one of these for our local scenario games....

I made one of these for our local scenario games.

This is what I used for the counter:
Up/Down Counter Kit (http://www.electronickits.com/kit/complete/elec/ck1612.htm)

I used two of them. ...
Forum: Avratech 04-30-2013, 11:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,070
Posted By Jackson
I believe the wording when ordered was "Suicide...

I believe the wording when ordered was "Suicide Style".
Forum: Avratech 04-29-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,070
Posted By Jackson
Impressive. I can't wait to see it first hand...

Impressive. I can't wait to see it first hand when the future owner gets it.
Forum: Custom Projects / Custom Questions 04-29-2013, 11:24 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,655
Posted By Jackson
And the clips ejecting from the magazine when...

And the clips ejecting from the magazine when empty.

I wonder if clips can be 3D printed... When I get my 3D printer together I will have to try.
Forum: Avratech 04-19-2013, 04:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,571
Posted By Jackson
I don't mind waiting either. I waited for my R7....

I don't mind waiting either. I waited for my R7. And like yours, it is awesome. Waiting on accesories now. :)

Updates are always appreciated. :thumbup:
Forum: Avratech 04-19-2013, 11:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,571
Posted By Jackson
History shows that's not how things normally go...

History shows that's not how things normally go for Avratech. :(
Forum: MCB Reviews It 04-16-2013, 03:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By Jackson
Nice review. Seems like a great product.

Nice review. Seems like a great product.
Forum: Smart Parts / GOG 04-04-2013, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 124
Posted By Jackson
I also replied on PBN but I believe it is a 1/4"...

I also replied on PBN but I believe it is a 1/4" external snap ring. But you should probably take the reg to the hardware store and eye it up. 1/4" should be a good starting point.
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-28-2013, 05:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,315
Posted By Jackson
Spot on. They are the only company making a...

Spot on. They are the only company making a product that I want. Therefore they will get my business. Hopefully other companies see us spending money on this gun and will start producing their own...
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-22-2013, 04:47 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,620
Posted By Jackson
Another item to consider that just came to mind. ...

Another item to consider that just came to mind. The shape of the transfer grooves will also play a role. The inner bolt stop o-ring and the bolt basically looks like a caged globe valve (wiki it)....
Forum: Ask The Experts 03-22-2013, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 244
Posted By Jackson
What kind of part are you trying to print? What...

What kind of part are you trying to print? What are you trying to do with it? I have access to a Prusa Mendel (my brother's). It's an open source, table-top printer. Part quality, accuracy, and...
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-22-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,620
Posted By Jackson
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/PvtDBJackso...

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j166/PvtDBJackson/RandomPBPics/eNMEyBoltOpen_zps2ef6437d.png

The bird cage might help a bit with air flow.

Some more conjecture for discussion:
For the front...
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-22-2013, 01:11 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,620
Posted By Jackson
On those bolts, the bird cage feature doesn't...

On those bolts, the bird cage feature doesn't extend to the front of the bolt. It is only in the transfer area. This results in the transfer cross section being effectively larger, thus higher...
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-22-2013, 12:53 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,620
Posted By Jackson
Yeah, Dan, as you found out, that bolt is F'ed. ...

Yeah, Dan, as you found out, that bolt is F'ed.

As far as I can tell, you screwed up in 3-4 ways.

1. By enlarging the holes, you violated the sealing surface for the inner bolt stop o-ring.
...
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-20-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 804
Views: 35,207
Posted By Jackson
Good idea. Done.

Good idea. Done.
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-20-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 804
Views: 35,207
Posted By Jackson
Better flow. The air leaves the chamber more...

Better flow. The air leaves the chamber more efficiently with less turbulence.

http://cdn-www.pbreview.com/productpics/?action=view&photo=9547&product=4464
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-20-2013, 11:51 AM
Replies: 804
Views: 35,207
Posted By Jackson
L6 (dual tail o-rings) for sure. He specifically...

L6 (dual tail o-rings) for sure. He specifically called attention to the fact that it is a no-longer-produced L6 and the L7 WILL NOT work correctly. Also showed installation.
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-20-2013, 11:37 AM
Replies: 804
Views: 35,207
Posted By Jackson
I heard the following: Test #1 - Stock Bolt...

I heard the following:

Test #1 - Stock Bolt = 4.5 pods + Hopper, about 830 shots
Test #2 - TechT L6 = 5 2/3 pods + Hopper, about 990 shots
Test #3 - TechT L6 + QEV = a little less than 6 pods +...
Forum: MCB Reviews It 03-20-2013, 10:52 AM
Replies: 804
Views: 35,207
Posted By Jackson
Watching now, but it's 24 minutes.

Watching now, but it's 24 minutes.
Forum: Avratech 03-03-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 891
Posted By Jackson
Who's the old guy? Haha. :P I like to see...

Who's the old guy? Haha. :P

I like to see creativity and pushing the marker. But I really don't see the point to this. My Retro is plenty consistent and by design, efficient. I just am...
Forum: Ask The Experts 01-30-2013, 02:51 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 439
Posted By Jackson
Yeah, don't use gun oil. It has solvents and...

Yeah, don't use gun oil. It has solvents and other chemicals to clean powder residue. They eat o-rings. Odds are if you used that, your hammer o-ring is toast.

Gun oil is for guns. Air tool...
Forum: Misc Paintball Items 01-28-2013, 10:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 109
Posted By Jackson
PM'ed on the ICD barrel.

PM'ed on the ICD barrel.
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