Nite Finder CPVC Mod Crankymonky
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Nite Finder CPVC Barrel Mod
This is truly a great, reliable sidearm. I consider this thing the equivalent, if not superior to the LnL. The plunger cap is sturdier than that of the TTG, and this costs merely $6-8.
First, unscrew the gun, there is a screw on the bottom cap on the handle. When opened, be careful not to lose the metal square thing in the handle, this allows the black cap to be put back on the gun.
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Remove the barrel assembly and air restrictors.
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Break off the stub of the plunger cap.
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Use plyers to remove the little pegs holding that thing in place. Then use a razer blade to clean it up, if you so choose.
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Use plumber's goop and put that thing back on, secure it and create an airtight seal with plumber's goop.
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Cut a 4" CPVC barrel, or use any other barrel material that fits your stefans.
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Sand done the ends of your barrel, if CPVC, in order to create a superior seal with the plunger.
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This is what we should have, a barrel and plunger.
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Glue the barrel on the plunger using plumber's goop. Let this sit for 24-72 hours.
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Wrap the plunger head in 3 leayers of e-tape. This idea was first documented by Ninjz, I believe, or atleast he mentioned it recently. This increases the seal between the plunger and the plunger head, providing more air output.
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Use hot glue to secure the e-tape, I also put hot glue inside the top where the crevices where. This lets the e-tape not fall off.
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Wrap some e-tape around the plunger cap/ barrel. Provides stability. This is already secure, I just like being extra safe. Too much e-tape makes the case hard to close, so be careful.
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Sand out that orange thing if you want it on your gun. This allows CPVC to fit inside it. Provides a wee bit of stability and really just makes it look nice.
Spray some WD-40 or vegetable oil in the plunger tube, and WD-40 or white grease in the barrel. Slide the plunger rod inside the plunger tube and lube everything up. Put your gun back together and add a bungee.
UPDATE: I no longer recommend WD-40 or vegetable oil to lube. They are not be safe for certain synthetic materials such as some rubbers and plastics. I now recommend 100% Silicone spray.
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Try to get the bungee in a way so it doesnt turn the plunger rod. I changed how my bungee is from the picture since there was added stress to my plunger.
I will add some official ranges soon, until then, I am gettin 50-70, eyeballin.
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