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WARPIG Tech Talk - Autococker / Minicocker

'Sweetspot' your valve

In Reply to: Outkast psi posted by Tom on December 11, 2002 at 19:12:31:


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Posted by:
BodyByHostess

on December 12, 2002 at 10:16:31

The optimal input pressure for your gun will depend on a few factors. The best way to set the input pressure is to 'sweetspot' your valve (unless you have a Tornado valve).
There is some disagreement over the best way to do this, but my prefered method is to set the velocity adjuster to the mid point, then, starting with a low pressure, adjust it up until your velocity maxes out and starts to drop again. At this point you are getting the highest possible flow through your valve. If this velocity is close to field limits simply use your velocity adjuster to fine tune it and you're done. If not, you should change your hammer and/or valve spring and start the process again.
This can be a lengthy process, but it's definately worth the effort. You'll get more shots per tank and much more consistant velocity.

Hope this helps :)

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