I do not own a Zelos but I have 3 P35s which are also made by SPA. I test new guns to see what weight pellet will fly 800 to 900 fps with the hammer spring at 3 to 5 % under peak velocity. If that pellet weight is OK for what I want to do with the gun I don't initially tweak the regulator. I test pellets of similar weight from multiple suppliers. My P35s have all come tuned for heavy for caliber pellets except the 25 which likes 34 grains but couldn't shoot them very fast without an after market plenum. Anyway, my guess is you should start with 18 grain pellets and you may want 21 grain H&Ns and 25 grain JSB, possibly. If the velocity is OK with the 18s but the accuracy is not try another vendors 18. My Caiman prefers H&N 18s but my P35-22 likes 21 grain Baracuda Match much better. The Caiman is better designed for even a 25 grain pellet but it does not like them. I've tried retuning a gun to like a pellet but it didn't work for me. What Scott said is right IMHO. Find a pellet then try fine tuning the tune for a little more accuracy. Two of my 3 P35s prefer H&N baracuda march pellets but the 25 likes JSBs. I've tested other brands but no others have been the best in my 6 guns.

Thanks guys-Good info!

AirNGasman said:

They're exactly the same... only different.

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Identically opposite.

Congratulations. Some good eating there. Be Well, dito.

UPDATE: Worked with Ankul on replacement parts thru Amazon, the water pump and board. They arrived during a trip, Ankul didn't communicate the shipment, but did let me know when I inquired.

I installed the new water pump and board, and everything works just fine. Took about half an hour.

Ankul also says they will refund me $30 for my trouble after I report the fix (which I already did).

Accuracy will definitely be better with the standard version.

Get the steel barrels from texoma precsion pellet for slugs

Just remember…

The 80 or 110 lb cardstock paper targets work best with “thick” cardboard or other backing. If the backing is too thin or is full of holes from too many outings, it doesn’t matter about the cardstock weight.

The backing is what makes the best holes in my experience.

There was a previous query related to the Airmasters company, these are screen shots of an Airmasters catalogue showing some of their products

This is most up to date 2025 liner lineup, it keeps changing every year as they do more testing and find better twist rate, as of right now this is it.

I resemble that remark. Too impatient.

Excellent write up.

Now that I understand how much swaging the diabolo undergoes in the bore:

1. Based on the pellet's alloy and deminsions.

2. And how the swaging affects the external ballistics of the pellet.

3. It makes sense that out of 15 different .177 types (weight & size) of pellets I have now tested:

a. 2 different types of pellets, each at a different FPE, are very accurate at 20 yards from my M3. - H&N, RWS

b. 2 different types of pellets, each at a different FPE, are very accurate at 20 yards from my Thomas BR. - H&N, JSB

you guys talking about silicone oils, reminded me, i have stopped buying those.
Not that they are not needed, buy you see i have plenty of them and in a range of viscosities, CUZ it is the same oil that is used in RC car shock absorbers.

So i have like 5 different viscosities to choose from, from water like to OMG thick

maxtrouble said:

I looked also, no mention of mags or trays. AoA sells them, give them a call. They would know.

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Good idea! Charles

I have an Anschutz 8002 Black Hunter. The stock finish is rubberized finish that has turned to be very sticky. I’m looking for another stock option before I start sanding the sticky rubber off this one. Do any of you Anshutz guys know what other model stocks fit mine?

bchannell said:

Impacts are good guns, I've had a few. Depends on what you wanna shoot. For slugs, id go with the M4. Big plenum, lots of power.
For pellets, id go Mk2 or M3. The Mk2 is the one I keep because it shoots pellets great. The M3 can help if you really shoot loe 2nd reg pressure. But it's not mandatory. The power plenum or 720 on the mk2/m3 are plenty for pellets.
My mk2 properly tuned will shoot with any pellet rifle made. I traded off my m3.

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Thanks for responding, i agree my MKII .30 Cal shoots 44.75 pellets great and after fine tuning it, is very accurate. Never had an M3, and also never had any Experience with slugs but what you just said with the bigger plenum with regards to slugs it for sure makes sense more power to move the heavier slugs. Thanks again.

I'm relatively new to the 30 yard challenge, but over there we all know and respect Ed. So not surprised...

Brief video showing shooting the target. You may attach pull string to reset arm or manually pull reset arm to reset paddles. Entry level target rated to 30 footpounds at the muzzle for 20 yards for reliable function. Paddles fall with as little as 4 footpounds of energy at the target. Advanced level target is for high power and has reliably functioned with 60 footpounds at 25 yards. Either target system can accommodate the different face plates. They just differ in their paddle thickness(1/8“ vs 5/16”). Contact me at [email protected] with questions if need. Can set up phone call.

C_DOES has a review video, they look like they got some nice upgrades.

Glad you brought it back to life and a job well done. Must be a very satisfying experience. Thanks for sharing your journey

kahu said:

What's the rail you're using?

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Yes, it comes on the gun. It's just the Evo Arca Rail. Included free of charge.

EDIT: Sorry! I don't see it on the picture at PY Air but I don't see it in the accessories section either. I just ordered an Evo without looking too close. My guess is it's included on the PY Air Version:

...I don't know how else it would have got on there. I got the black 25 inch w/ LW barrel, (+case and bottle) for $2650 from PY Air, no mention of any rails.

But actually you probably have to buy it from Skout. That's what DevilsLuck (member) did. I'm confused as usual.

Jinx3Mt said:

Thank you all for the replies. At this point I will fill to 230 and see how it does. And I will also try and get new linkage.

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@Jinx3Mt I hope you see the desired result. I also suggest paying attention to the set pressure of your regulator. More specifically watch the regulator gauge upon filling the rifle to see if it moves as the reservoir gauge approaches the 225-230 bar mark. For parts AOA should be able to help. If not contacting BRK directly may help to get you what you need.

This may be a fluke or a problem with an update, so I'm not too excited yet, and I will call Garmin and ask about it, but I just wondered if anyone else has noticed this.

Sometimes, when I end a string, it doesn't show up in the history on the unit. If my phone is near, it always downloads to my phone, even though I can't see it on the chrono. If I power down the chrono and back on, then the string shows up on it.

Anyone have this happen?
I assume mine has the latest firmware, as it is automatic and I've seen it do it one time since I had it.

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