Adjustable Tank Reg or Not - That is the Question

[Euphie]

I have a basic HK reg that is brand new so I guess I will use that till I find a mint Apocalypse or more like Armageddon, but so far all of them have no screw and for the armageddons the aluminum is a bit beat up that is why I would rather have an apocalypse I am pretty sure they are the same internally just steel instead of aluminum. I am going to use it on a remote anyway so weight isn’t a concern.

I mostly used a Raptor Rex back in the day and that is steel too. I really liked Air America’s build quality.

[Dusty Bottoms]

Ooooooh yeah, good call, forgot about that thing! I guess that was some kind of proprietary seal. Chalk up another reason to go Armageddon.

[Jordan]

Yeah, if you mean the Gen 3 MaxFlo 4500 adjustable, then yes they should be rebuildable just like the Gen2 MaxFlo’s. Check out this site for really good info on the MaxFlo’s:

http://www.zdspb.com/tech/mguide/regs/main_inline.html

They are... except for the reg poppet, no longer available AFAIK.

[Dusty Bottoms]

Yeah, if you mean the Gen 3 MaxFlo 4500 adjustable, then yes they should be rebuildable just like the Gen2 MaxFlo’s. Check out this site for really good info on the MaxFlo’s:

http://www.zdspb.com/tech/mguide/regs/main_inline.html

[Euphie]

So is an inline 4500 psi adjustable maxflo rebuildable or just the ones that that had the adjuster below the tank? The Smart Parts Gauge on it goes to 1200, so I assume it isn't one that is low pressure only since I doubt someone went out of their way to find a smart parts replacement gauge and not replacing it with a lower pressure gauge.

I ask because I have a ninja tank now with the terrible cracked Gelcoat but at a really good price, and it didn't come with a reg.

[Grendel]

awesome that makes it simple

[Grendel]

Since I have a full kit and another NOS one on the way I can easily measure them for size and figuring out the material and durometer is not too difficult from there. I got the 2nd kit because my o-ring supplier told me yesterday that if I send them the kit they will figure out what they are and give me a parts list.

[Toestr]

For the record I messaged AGD and the 3K Flatlines are completely oring rebuildable. Piston oring is 012, seat and on/off is 006, on/off shaft is 010 and the large oring that seals in the body is 020. All orings are 90D urethane.

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[imped4now]

Perhaps you could call/message Tom Kaye and request specs, or even a copy of an original drawing or spec sheet.

[Grendel]

I don't know the o-ring sizes so I want to measure them, get in some examples from my o-ring supplier and test them out. None of the documents I've found gives size, durometer or material used so I kind of want to document and test what I find so maybe we can keep these alive.

[Toestr]

I like truly adjustable regulators on HPA bottles for Nelsons converted to use HPA. Really like AGD Flatlines, Air America and Center Flag for adjustable regulators. I currently have 2 3K AGD Flatlines waiting to be rebuilt. I have a NOS rebuild kit that is in pretty rough shape that I plan on measuring the o-rings and seals to see about finding non-proprietary replacements.

I was under the impression that 3k Flatlines were completely oring rebuildable.

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[Grendel]

I like truly adjustable regulators on HPA bottles for Nelsons converted to use HPA. Really like AGD Flatlines, Air America and Center Flag for adjustable regulators. I currently have 2 3K AGD Flatlines waiting to be rebuilt. I have a NOS rebuild kit that is in pretty rough shape that I plan on measuring the o-rings and seals to see about finding non-proprietary replacements.

[imped4now]

I own a couple FS tanks and regulators - the tanks are excellent (same supplier as IA uses), but their piston design is lacking in durability, specifically the seat. I'd recommend a Powerhouse or Immortal regulator instead.

[imped4now]

I'm an old-school reg fanatic - I've got MacDev, AA, and Centerflag regs, mostly.

However, I think I'd recommend a more modern screw-in reg for you. If you're unaware, Immortal Air is owned by Jon and Dan Colby, who started Air America. They make some fantastic regulators (and have a new high end regulator in development currently) and pair them with excellent, lightweight bottles. Why don't you just give them a call? They can setup a reg for you in any output you like (including 1000+ psi for you Mag guys). While you're at it, you guys can talk about AA regs and all of that fun history.

Also, check this out: https://www.reddit.com/r/paintball/c..._america_porn/

[Spider!]

I love the durability of the 3k Flatlines. Their only hitch is being 3k, which brings lower shot capacity while you're using it to shoot faster. :/