Recent content by oncall-50

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    FX Impact M3... loss of power

    I sent the M3 back to the Utah Air repair shop. They replaced several items. Once back k it shoots like new. I now shoot acorns in trees at 50 y! The guys at Utah Air really know their stuff...KUDOS! oncall-50
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    FX Impact M3... loss of power

    I shoot a FX Impact M3 600 with tuner, suppressor & shoot Nielsen 33.5gr slugs. It was sent in and tuned at the factory (under warranty) in 2/24. When it was returned, the MV was 960 fps. I have shot it a bunch and have not changed any knobs. It now shoots 740 fps. I have checked every...
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    Making friends at the rifle range!

    I shoot a FX Impact M3 .25g 600mm barrel using hollow point 33.5g slugs I am a member of very nice rifle range and shoot often. When I pull up at the 100y range, there are usually several members shooting their loud high power rifles. After setting up my table, I ask for a "Cold Range ", set up...
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    How to set up FX IMPACT M3

    Thanks for the positive feedback. On thing I forgot to mention.... I measure the Valve with a digital caliper. I do not use the rings as a measurement tool. The calipers are much more accurate. oncall-50
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    How to set up FX IMPACT M3

    HOW TO SET UP YOUR FX IMPACT M3 FOR BEST MV & ACCURACY....... To get best MV..... try.... ...PROCESS TO FOLLOW... 1. Open all adjustments.... Valve adjuster max... all the way out ....5+ rings HS (Hammer Spring) mid...
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    Indexing & harmonic barrel tuner

    Thanks for the input. Lots to digest. oncall-50
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    Ordered a Air Venturi Nomad III 4500 PSI Portable PCP Compressor anyone got info on it?

    DO NOT purchase Air Venturi Nomad III. I purchased one from Pyrimid Air in Jan. 2023. It lasted <60 days. I called PA 5 days before the 60 d warranty ran out. They took it back but did not tell me it would be July 2023 (if then) before they had another. This air compressor is no quality...
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    Indexing & harmonic barrel tuner

    Opinions on this subject, please.... On my FX Impact M3 25 cal with a harmonic barrel tuner, is it necessary to do barrel indexing.... Thanks for your input. Oncall-50
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    Tuning Fx impact m3

    Using the directions which I noted above..... here are my settings.... FX Impact M3 25 cal 600mm with tuner & moderator..... My Slug Settings..... Bullet. NSA/.25cal/33.5 gr 1st Reg...... 180 bar 2nd Reg..... 150 bar Valve......... ring (10.81.mm) Macro........ 8...
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    Has anyone had experience with this vevor compressor??

    I've had a VEVOR pcp small compressor for a year. It has been used about 10 times. At the rifle range yesterday, it woold not fill the gun after an hour of cycling. I called the company and the reply was.. too bad. It's out of warranty by a few days! I searched internet, then tore it apart...
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    Tuning FX impact m3 compact tune

    Check out the thread "Tuning-FX Impact M3"... I have posted a way you can easily get your own tune... it will explain what factors you adjust with each change. oncall-50
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    Tuning Fx impact m3

    semo4647... If you go through the above process, you will get the precise tune for your personal gun & projectile. This can be done easily in an afternoon. Every gun has its own specific settings. oncall-50
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    Tuning Fx impact m3

    I have the same rifle... purchased 1 year ago. I am shooting 34 gr pellets & am changing to 34gr slugs... After alot of work & my rifle sent in for repairs (my fault) twice, I have decided to start back at the first.... I am going to get the M3 first set up for the best MV for the projectile. To...
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    Tuning Tuning FX Impact M3 for MV

    I have tweeked & corrected the process for better understanding and clarity... Thank you __________________________ To get best MV..... try.... FX suggests a 30-40 bar difference between the 1st & 2nd regulator to allow adequate pressure fill of plenum. Pellets should end...
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    Tuning Tuning FX Impact M3 for MV

    To get best MV..... try.... FX suggests a 30-40 bar difference between the 1st & 2nd regulator to allow adequate pressure fill. ***** 1. Open....valve adjuster max.. all the way out.....5+ rings HS max to ~ #8 Micro to max... #1 2nd reg to 110...