Recent content by Mal R

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    Hawke AirMax Compact illumination wheel very difficult to turn

    I have an Optisan EVX 6-24X50F1i and it was impossible to turn the illumination switch so I found this thread when trying to work it out. Optisan has an easier method to free it up. There is a chrome collar with a C spanner fitting. By undoing it completely the switch mechanism drops out. Use a...
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    FX pocket chrono problems

    I bought the new one with the rechargeable batteries and now it won't turn off. The switch clicks but it doesn't shut down. Have to wait for it to time out to shut down. It turns on ok strangely. I think it's still under warranty so I'll chase it up with the agent. It's been pretty good apart...
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    Tuning FX Impact brass piston with peek seat

    I changed the O rings successfully in my FX MK2 regulator today and without difficulty. FYI for anyone wanting to do this. I watched the videos for hours and I built a number of specialized tools, not knowing if they would be needed. The ones that I used the most were a large syringe needle...
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    Tuning FX Impact brass piston with peek seat

    I have an FX MK2 and need to repair my regulator. I am in rural Australia and often the only way to get things done is to have a go yourself. I constructed a piston puller and a cone to allow those 2mm, 90 duro O rings to be put on. I'm pretty sure it will work. Because you guys have been so...
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    Tuning FX Impact brass piston with peek seat

    Thanks. Very helpful. I will post a few photos when done. It may help people who would like to have a go
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    Tuning FX Impact brass piston with peek seat

    Hi Mubhaur. I am building a piston removal tool and also a cone for putting the 2x1 O rings on the adjustment screw of an FX Impact Mk2. My Ser No is 193093. I have searched high and low for these specs and cannot find them. Would you be able to provide me with the OD for the large end of the...
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    brass impact regulator piston

    Could you give me the dimensions of the piston please. I cannot find it anywhere. Thank you