I started down the budget path with a DARgen2 and it was great for a while then the poppet leaked and no amount of polishing will get it to stop. Next I tried JTS Airacuda and it's more accurate but rougher than DAR even unregulated I get very consistent shots. Still shooting that one. Just...
I'm looking for an entire airtube with valve for a Gen 2. Possibly just the valve assembly in good shape. Could consider a parts rifle if price is right. Thanks for looking
I use the longer barrel from my Diana Chaser as well as the stock for a carbine easy to move between different actions. Maybe https://airgunarcheryfun.ca/
I have been impressed by this moderator from buck-rail.com on my .22 diana chaser. It should be the same M10 threads on the airbug, it also fits my bandit. https://buck-rail.com/product/diana-chaser-silencer/
Your vortex spring has lost its charge. To recharge it you would need to remove it from the action that involves removing the trigger which is tricky the first time. Then you would need to replace two o rings that seal around the shaft before you could pump it back up with a hand pump. Hatsan...