Cocking rod

HyePower · 06-27-2009, 10:25 PM

Hi all,

I was playing a game with my VM today, and I realized the vibration of the marker loosened my cocking handle, and it fell off. I later found the screw, but couldn't find little handle. Anyone have any replacements/or know of anything that I can substitute for it?

Thanks,

HyePower

Sgt Hollywood · 06-27-2009, 10:42 PM

I'd just go to the hardware store and check out metal tubing, grab one and cut it to size. And use some thread lock on the reinstall.

You can also drill out the rear plug and use an extra long hex bolt in the hammer, run it out the back as a cocking rod.

ta2maki · 06-27-2009, 10:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sgt Hollywood

You can also drill out the rear plug and use an extra long hex bolt in the hammer, run it out the back as a cocking rod.

But then you would lose the safety.

If you need something quick, you could use a piece of macroline. The hole is a tad small, but you can screw through it.

HyePower · 06-27-2009, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Sgt Hollywood

I'd just go to the hardware store and check out metal tubing, grab one and cut it to size. And use some thread lock on the reinstall.

You can also drill out the rear plug and use an extra long hex bolt in the hammer, run it out the back as a cocking rod.

I'll check out my hardware store. I was under the impression that the cocking rods for the VM68 had a little material turned off so the end would sit in the bolt better. Is that right?

I like the macroline idea also.

I found the replacement part on eBay, Action Sports Paintball (ron-asp). But $10+ for a screw and collar isn't worth it.

Sgt Hollywood · 06-27-2009, 11:43 PM

I'll take a look at mine, last time it was off was a bit ago, but it's nothing really special.

Anonymous Coward · 06-29-2009, 02:12 PM

I've seen the metal sleeve at hardware stores. Usually considered as a spacer or collar and found near washers or by the wall of screws and fittings.

paintballmarshaltn · 07-02-2009, 04:57 AM

or even a cut down roll pin that size with the bolt would work!

Dave-D · 07-06-2009, 05:59 PM

One of my VM's has a piece of plastic instead of metal...possibly fish tank tube?
Was like that when I bought it. Works fine.

06-27-2009, 10:25 PM	#1 (permalink)
HyePower Bitter Young Man Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: San Francisco, CA	Cocking rod Hi all, I was playing a game with my VM today, and I realized the vibration of the marker loosened my cocking handle, and it fell off. I later found the screw, but couldn't find little handle. Anyone have any replacements/or know of anything that I can substitute for it? Thanks, HyePower __________________ MCB Feedback: http://www.mcarterbrown.com/forums/f...-feedback.html Misc. Parts Sale!

06-27-2009, 10:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
Sgt Hollywood ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NYC	I'd just go to the hardware store and check out metal tubing, grab one and cut it to size. And use some thread lock on the reinstall. You can also drill out the rear plug and use an extra long hex bolt in the hammer, run it out the back as a cocking rod. __________________ Sgt. Hollywood's feedback Mini collection Old School VM68 Mag with PPS Stab, dual bottle (rear and slant. Ported valve and Starfire Bolt (alum), tweaked springs & Lapco Cocker adapter. Pneumatic Design Storm Oddball marker but fairly accurate. Phantom 6",11 & 14"" DanW .45 Grips SC hori feed now VSC, Shoed up. PGP Blinging, Classic AutoMag (mini) "Tactical" custom, Trracer Rifle in the works, 2k+VF WGP cocker, 2 Trilly Pump "Sniper" conversions, 3 Trracers

06-27-2009, 11:43 PM	#5 (permalink)
Sgt Hollywood ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: NYC	I'll take a look at mine, last time it was off was a bit ago, but it's nothing really special. __________________ Sgt. Hollywood's feedback Mini collection Old School VM68 Mag with PPS Stab, dual bottle (rear and slant. Ported valve and Starfire Bolt (alum), tweaked springs & Lapco Cocker adapter. Pneumatic Design Storm Oddball marker but fairly accurate. Phantom 6",11 & 14"" DanW .45 Grips SC hori feed now VSC, Shoed up. PGP Blinging, Classic AutoMag (mini) "Tactical" custom, Trracer Rifle in the works, 2k+VF WGP cocker, 2 Trilly Pump "Sniper" conversions, 3 Trracers

07-02-2009, 04:57 AM	#7 (permalink)
paintballmarshaltn Post Whore Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Vancouver, B.C Canada	or even a cut down roll pin that size with the bolt would work! __________________ My feedback on MCB http://www.mcarterbrown.com/forums/s...ead.php?t=1806

07-06-2009, 05:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
Dave-D Hoarder not Whore Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Florida's doormat	One of my VM's has a piece of plastic instead of metal...possibly fish tank tube? Was like that when I bought it. Works fine. __________________ Will I go blind if I polish my Brass everyday? Feedback: http://www.mcarterbrown.com/forums/f...-feedback.html

06-29-2009, 02:12 PM	#6 (permalink)
Anonymous Coward Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007	I've seen the metal sleeve at hardware stores. Usually considered as a spacer or collar and found near washers or by the wall of screws and fittings.

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