So, if I am going to fix this Gamo Shadow 1000, where do I buy the pieces from?
I am thinking that a new breach block and lockup assembly is likely needed, along with a new hinge pin screw.
Can I convert to a .22 caliber barrel with this gun?
Things I have been thinking about. While shooting this weekend, I placed a scope in a set of mounts modified to compensate for the barrel droop. I found that elevation was inconsistant from one shot to another. Also, when looking at the barrel it appears to move downward after firing, a small gap is evident at the top of the breach/action. This is after knurling the hinge pin and sizing it to the bushing in the breach, and adding .090" or so behind the lockup spring to tighten it up. I suspect that the lockup is not holding sufficiently.
This gun has a chisel style lockup, what are the problems that I should look for?
Even if I was to perform Fix's oversized pin and bushings, would that necessarily cure this gun?
The power plant is typical Gamo TWANG, but it shoots well with plenty of power. I was shooting with a friend that has a newly tuned B26 .22, both guns would completly pancake a pellet at 40yds shot at flat metal surface. Boy did his gun shoot nicely though, no twang, little recoil and spot on. Nice piece.
