How well does the GX-CS3 built in filter work? Is it replaceable or cleanable? I have the Tuxing gold filter also. Do I need more to filter air?
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Took a chance - bought a GX CS3
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As far as I am aware the CS3 doesn't come with any "filter" to speak of. I got one of the $15-$20 mini filters off eBay. From what I've seen it's stayed pretty dry inside. One of the larger gold filters would work too, but might be a little overkill as there is no oil it needs to filter out.
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Thanks ctshooter. I'm setting up the compressor for the Impact's first fill. From what I understand the CS3 has some type of internal filter .. I have the Tuxing gold filter connected to the compressor. I've read where water gets into the rifle and eventually causing problems... I'm trying to avoid that issue...
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Definitely don't want water in the gun.
Best instructions I've read and followed seem to be:
- Run the compressor for a short bit before closing the bleed screw.
- Once the compressor stops. Open the bleed screw and run it wide open for a minute or two to blow any water out.
I did add some dessicant to the mini filter and have been monitoring it after a few runs. So far no change in color.
Best instructions I've read and followed seem to be:
- Run the compressor for a short bit before closing the bleed screw.
- Once the compressor stops. Open the bleed screw and run it wide open for a minute or two to blow any water out.
I did add some dessicant to the mini filter and have been monitoring it after a few runs. So far no change in color.
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What type of desiccant did you use and where did you purchase it at? I've read the size of the desiccant beads matters... I also read the procedure for starting and stopping the compressor... I'll do that also.. I've had my Impact for two weeks and still haven't shot it... Getting a itchy trigger finger...
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I'm using this:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7OE6WK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Bought it for my Altaros and having a gallon of the stuff figured I'd give it a try. I've read in the past you shouldn't let the dessicant touch the metal outside wall on a high pressure side filter - but this is more of an experiment.
Just fill the f'ing gun already.
You're way overthinking this. I ran my CS3 for about 5 hours with no additional filtering and never really noticed any moisture around the fill nozzle. If you already have a Tuxing gold filter just stick it inline and fill.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N7OE6WK/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Bought it for my Altaros and having a gallon of the stuff figured I'd give it a try. I've read in the past you shouldn't let the dessicant touch the metal outside wall on a high pressure side filter - but this is more of an experiment.
Just fill the f'ing gun already.
You're way overthinking this. I ran my CS3 for about 5 hours with no additional filtering and never really noticed any moisture around the fill nozzle. If you already have a Tuxing gold filter just stick it inline and fill.Upvote 0
Thanks for the Amazon link. I forgot to mention that I had to wait a week for a fitting from California to get here. I'll fill it up and take it out tomorrow if it don't rain..
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Ughhhhh - doesn't that suck when you have to wait a week for one stupid little fitting that probably costs under $10 to get your whole multi thousand dollar rig working?
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My little CS2 is still chugging along, filled up my Gauntlet 500cc 4500psi tank from 1500 to 4700 psi, did it in about 10 minutes, no problems.
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USPS is so slow now it's not worth paying for priority mail.. I'm ready to go now.. Just want to make sure the Impact has clean air to breathe...
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Just a quick update. 23.5 hours on the compressor and still filling to 300 bar with no issues. Always run it for a bit before and after filling.
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Thanks everyone for this thread. I am getting ready to buy this compressor from New England Airgun (BTW great shop). I currently fill my FX Wildcat II and Airforce Condor with a tank and getting a little tired driving around trying to get the tank filled at the most inopportune times. I have zilcho experience with compressors of any type....
Ranger94
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I've always wanted to hit NE Airgun and check them out. Maybe sometime this summer as I'm heading to the Cape.
I think you'll be happy with this compressor. I would ask for it to be opened in the store. They provide a QD dead plug with the compressor and there's actually instructions in the manual to hook up the dead plug, set the psi to 300 and make sure it fills up and auto shuts off. I would insist they do this (or let you) so you know you're getting a good one and not DOA.
I think you'll be happy with this compressor. I would ask for it to be opened in the store. They provide a QD dead plug with the compressor and there's actually instructions in the manual to hook up the dead plug, set the psi to 300 and make sure it fills up and auto shuts off. I would insist they do this (or let you) so you know you're getting a good one and not DOA.
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Thanks ctshooter! John & Zee at New England Airgun run a wonderful operation. I actually live in the Philadelphia, PA area, but travel to Boston about 1 week every other month, thus I always stop by there one of those nights I am in town. John would set the compressor up for me if I do decide to go that route.
Any tips or hints to improve it's performance?
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I bought a GX CS1 in March, so I’m assuming it is a 2021 version. So far it has worked flawlessly. I use it to fill my Texan and Condor tanks.
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Hey - sorry I never answered your question. I don't know of any way to improve its performance - I still just do the run it a bit before and after each fill and I've been fine. I only fill guns. Tried to fill a 90 ci tank one time and even with taking breaks it was clearly a lot for this compressor to chug through.
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