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General Discussion To Gateway To Airguns => The Shop => : Kevin R October 14, 2009, 07:21:08 AM

: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 14, 2009, 07:21:08 AM

Ok I have  a Gamo Hunter 220 and I loaned it to my neighbor for some squirrel control.  I am now finding after the fact of course he left it cocked the whole time (2 days).  It was/is a stock shooter so do you feel the spring was permanently weakened?  If that is the case, I think I am going to send it to Gene and get a tune and a muzzle break!  If he is willing to take her?  Let me know what ya think!  Sorry if I posted this in the wrong place The Shop or Gamo Gate did not know.

: RE: Spring Compression
: WMassShooter October 14, 2009, 08:40:01 AM

Here's an article from the library on spring compression:

http://www.gatewaytoairguns.com/library/Keeping%20a%20Springer%20Cocked.htm

It's a good read -- two days -- you should be fine. Keep shooting.

: RE: Spring Compression
: JimL911 October 14, 2009, 08:43:22 AM

After 2 Days you probably haven't  lost much, about 100 fps and it will make it shoot smoother. If you enjoy it keep shooting until you have bigger problems.

: RE: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 14, 2009, 12:23:24 PM

Great read Thanks alot puts my mind at ease somewhat!

: RE: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 14, 2009, 12:27:07 PM

Thanks I am feeling better about that.  Do to all this though I was looking at James Maccari's page and trying to find a new spring.  I did not see one available there where else could one be purchased?

: RE: Spring Compression
: JDnearAC October 14, 2009, 04:56:44 PM

I have a Gamo Hunter  220 and I replaced the spring with a JM E9870 ( it's near the bottom of the page) about 2000 shots ago and it's working great

: RE: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 15, 2009, 02:37:12 AM

Hey John, Thanks for the info I will definitely look into that!

: RE: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 15, 2009, 03:23:28 AM

I have found it, by chance did you see the need for the spacers on this spring?  I am going to place an order for the JME9870 spring and the Apex seal APV65798 along with the lube package.  I am not placing the order till the first of the week so if you get a chance let me know.  Thanks once again!       ......I also ordered the GRT-III trigger from Charlie tha Tuna the first of this week!

: RE: Spring Compression
: JDnearAC October 15, 2009, 05:05:29 AM

No spacers. With RWS Hobby pellets 7.0g it corneys at about 960 fps. I didn't look at JM site but I recall using a small apex seal that was for Gamo or had the word Gamo somewhere in the description.

: Re: Spring Compression
: chortdraw October 15, 2009, 05:46:48 AM

Kevin the GRT trigger will make you think you got a new gun. Great investment and easy install

: RE: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 15, 2009, 05:49:40 AM

Thanks for the fast reply!  That is great news I cant wait to get everything here!

: Re: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 15, 2009, 05:51:00 AM

I have read nothing but positive things so I have no worries on the outcome!  Thanks!  I cant wait!

: Re: Spring Compression
: Kevin R October 15, 2009, 07:25:46 AM

You can't believe this my trigger came at lunch and ........WOW 10 min install and I about messed myself at the results!  Unbelievable I love this gun all over again!  Charlie Da Tuna you are the Man!  I have to go pick up my kids from school right now but I will drop a note this evening nothing but awesome results I love it!