WILCAT LEAK

[Hynzie]

got a new WILDCAT and there is a slow leak... 12 bar lost in 4 days... already checked the brass bleeder screw... any other place i should look.. ..i hate to mail back and forth always takes forever

 

[dirtbikerick]

Mine did the same thing, grind a 7/16 or 11mm open end wrench thin and snug down the pressure gauge, that was the issue with mine.

 

[intenseaty22]

That back and forth thing is probably the number one reason I chose to sell the Compatto and buy local from GA/Charlie. The prospect of sending the gun back and forth to AZ was just a huge downer for me. I love the look of those WCs, but unless I learn how to fix them....

 

[Hynzie]

shipping a big hassle a real bummer ,im just waitting for some phone help or forum info this is a great source uf info

 

[Paio]

Try the vent hole. Use a tape to see if there is any leak. On mine, I had to replace the regulator's o-rings and install extra o-rings on the two reservoir end caps. If there is a leak there, use the following videos to assist you:

where he adds a ptfe tape to help increase regulator o-ring pressure - I had to do that on mine too)

 

[Oregun]

Yup, shipping is a bummer ... however, you spent a lot of money and it's under warranty. Send it back and have the pro's fix it.
Mine is 1 1/2 yrs old, and zero issues. I'd expect yours to be the same. You have other cool guns to mess with while the w/cat is away.

My 2cents...

--Carl

 

[Hynzie]

thanks guys ur right if i dont find it by monday its going back ,,,no reason to mess with it anymore was trying to avoid the whole hassle sending it back ,,,,when i first got the WC it was empty i filled and it leaked tightened brass screw seemed to stop it then the day after i shot it i t leaked again

 

[Oregun]

I bought mine from Randy at R&L Airgun. It had ~1600 psi in it... perhaps yours got a spec of something in a seal upon filling it up dry?

I ordered mine on a Wednesday and was at my door on Friday, via FedEx. Great service!