What's up everyone!? This is my first post, so first off, "Hello"
I've played quite a bit over the years, but took some time off, and just got back into playing paintball about 2 years ago. Got my wife and son into playing as well, and this will be our third "season". They both love Planet Eclipse, but I grew up with Spyders and Tippmans. First gun was actually a PMI tracer. Anyhow, I've vowed to stay mechanical. Always wanted either a Autococker or an Automag since they were the guns I couldn't afford when younger. The Empire Resurrection, new, with warranty from the local shop was hard to pass up, and it's served me well. However, I just found a deal on my first AGD product. Picked up a bone stock Minimag off CL. Guy said he played one time. Who knows, but it's sure nice! Shoots OK, but I've got a decent leak coming from the quick disconnect by the valve. Been doing a lot of reading, and I have a plan, and some questions.
First task is fix the leaks. I have plenty of hose and fittings, so "hopefully" that'll be a fairly quick fix.
Second would be a basic, no upgrade overhaul. I've seen a few AGD O-ring kits on a few vendor sites. Figured that'll be next.
Those two should hopefully get me playing.
As far as upgrades, I have to admit I've become spoiled by the low-rise vertical feed guns, and I think a new ULE body may be in order. First question....can this be used with no other upgrades? I've looked for a tech article or instructions but haven't found any. It seams fairly intuitive. ...I've got the Empire barrel kit, as well as several DYE UL barrel backs and fronts, all with cocker threads of course. ULE Seems like worthwhile upgrade.
I'd like to play with it is as is, once the body is swapped on. Running a rotor up top, I'm hoping it'll out feed my fat fingers and original valve, and somewhat limit chops. My understand is that in the day, the vavle/mags were TOO fast for hoppers to keep up. Is my logic sound? I'm not sure I'm ready to invest in the X-valve just yet. Money isn't the issue, I just want to avoid essentially building a brand new gun that will WAY out perform my needs. My wife says I don't know the meaning of "good enough" but I'm trying to learn.
Anyhow, thanks in advance for any input, and thanks for listening to newbie rambling.