i spoke with crosman on the phone a couple of days ago. the gal tried to make it sound like they were not aware of any problems with the disco pumps. they will replace the pump, but after talking with her, and thinking about it, replacing with another disco pump, will not solve the problem. it will only extend it into some time in the future. i have plans for a spring vacation, where i can shoot at any distance, so i guess i should be glad that the pump broke now instead of then. it could of ruined the whole trip.
so far, as i see it, i have three choices, buy another brand of pump, like the hill, with a good reputation for durability, buy a scuba tank and fittings, or toss the disco and go back to springers. i'm still thinking about it. john