quick question...when you unscrew the shroud....are you twisting counter-clockwise against the plug that is held to the barrel with those two grub screws. I don't want to start cranking on things until I know what to expect. edit...got it, thanks
Thanks P! Trying to take a closer look at the breech now. I've taken off the rear plate behind the breech to get a better view. No obvious signs of a tear but maybe a pinch or deformation...in search of a bigger magnifying glass. 🔍 I did get a few rings....one has an ID just larger than a...
Any update on your leak? Just got mine and w/in a day discovered a slight leak at the breech when firing. I'll put my money on an O ring problem but with no service manual or parts list, I'm reluctant to tear into the block yet,
Thanks all. A full fill and some really sloppy assembly (or re-assembly) clues had me wondering if this was a return at some point. Seem less likely now...less the potential blown seal so quickly. I did dry fire 20-30 times as I was tuning the trigger but the manual says to dry fire to...
Thanks Parotculler. Chambering the pellet feels very smooth (with and without a mag). I did adjust the little screw (seated in the trigger assembly cover/rear rail piece) that helps secure the cocking lever when it is closed. The lever would open with the slightest touch but a quarter turn...
Greetings I just received my new Akela today and it was oddly full of air. I then noticed what I thought was air escaping from the breach during test firing. I saw mention of the tissue test, tried it and I do indeed have air escaping from the breech. (seems like shooters left) I tested on...