FWB300S in need of repair

[rbkarlsson]

Hi all,

I have an old FMB300S that is in need of repair. I have not used it for 15 years or so and my daughter recently got into using it. Unfortunately the rubber gaskets are getting pitted and accuracy is dropping. So at least I need new seals but maybe a complete re-tune and cleaning.

Does anyone know someone that can do this type of repair preferable in south east Michigan? I do not even know where to get spare parts?

I would be really happy if someone could help me out.

It would be a pity to throw away this rifle.

Kind regards,

Ronny

 

[Yo]

Don't need to throw it away. Dave Slade at Airgunwerks can do it or sell you a breech seal that you can install yourself to save a lot of money. Try the breech seal DIY first before shipping the gun anywhere. Pilkingtons and Jim Edmundsen may have the replacement breech seals too.

 

[Yo]

If that conical funnel looking breech seal isn't totally cracked due to age and only SQUASHED you can fix that yourself by carefully removing it and soaking it in Alphabet org Trans Stop Leak Quick Fix for a day. Won't hurt if worst case scenario you gonna pay to send in for a total REBUILD anyway. CHA-CHING!!! Nothing to lose here.

 

[Yo]

PM me if that Alphabet org Trans Stop Leak Quick Fix doesn't fix it so I can walk you to MAKING a replacement breech seal that nobody reading would ever believe. I have 25+ FWB300s so I just MIGHT know a little thing or two...

 

[rbkarlsson]

Thanks Yo!

I think it is beyond just soaking so either I need to find a DIY kit or make one.

The inner piston seal may be bad as well. Does the kit come with both?

Do you know of any good YouTube video that walks you through how to do it? Do you need special tools? I have never taken the rifle apart. My coach arranged for all repairs when I was shooting competitively (a long time ago).

I would be interested in learning how to make a seal. I only have a very basic shop in the basement though.

How much is it approximately to send your rifle for rebuild?

 

[shambozzie]

Contact Joe "Scope man" Rhea. If you ask real nice he just may be able to rebuild it for you. Worth a pm.

 

[Bob-in-WV]

I think Joe Rhea may have done a video on rebuilding one. Cyclops videos, on you tube, if I remember right.

 

[Yo]

OH THATS RIGHT! GOOD OL CYCLOPS JOE!!! SMOKEY BEAR THE WOOD STOCK JOE!!!