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#303779 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 24 August 2011 - 02:25 PM in Homemades

Sooo...I can't find a well nut. The guys at my menards dont even know what it is. -.-
Who else should carry them?

Based on what Dom told me, this should work well.

Even though I've already told you, nice job on this Dom.

Ask for part number 83115 at Menards. It should be in the drawers by the hadndi-pack's of nuts and bolts and other hardware. ON the drawer there is a picture like the one to the right on the McM page. If they don't have it try ace. If all else fails you can just order from McM

Ryan thanks for the compliment, That looks like it should work.

#303752 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 23 August 2011 - 08:10 AM in Homemades

UPDATE 2 HOMEMADE PUMP
SO all the store pumps I bought kept breaking on me so I decided to make a homemade pump.

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Write up coming soon, Probably tomorrow as I will not be home all day today.

#303745 Recapping: Late August Minnesota War

Posted by thedom21 on 22 August 2011 - 08:56 PM in Nerf Wars

One week! I'm totally pumped, and totally do NOT have enough darts.

I intend to bring some 1.25" foam bolo shots and also 1.25" mini-missiles I have been making with this amazing foam I found at Axe-Man. In case anyone wants to volunteer being shot with them.

If you need darts at the war I could sell you some.

#303701 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 21 August 2011 - 11:22 PM in Homemades

Thank you arfink, I hope to have a few at the next MN war.

UPDATE
Upon further testing I realized sometimes the balster wouldn't fire and the problem was the O-ring got stuck in the PVC and was just sliding around on the well nut. The solution to this is to superglue your o-ring on.

#303656 SGN-8T : Modular PVC Turret Design!

Posted by thedom21 on 21 August 2011 - 12:47 PM in Darts and Barrels

This looks incredibly nice.

QUICK SOMEBODY AMERICANIZE IT!

Anyways good work once again SgNerf.

I am working on it. I am good at Americanizing stuff.

#303654 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 21 August 2011 - 12:22 PM in Homemades

UPDATE REVISED TRIGGER

I was having sealing issues with the trigger and I thought it was just because they were poorly built but after building 3 more I realized that wasn't it. So I came up with a revised trigger design.

For the new trigger you need an O-ring. The one I used was from a broken hornet pump.

Here is the new setup.
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Slip the O-ring on like so.
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EDIT you are going to want to super glue the o-ring on, If you don not is sometimes gets stuck in the pvc so you can't fire it.

Bevel out the sch80 pvc. Here it is next to some non-beveled stuff.
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Assemble like so.
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I also filled this hole with hotglue.
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It now seals perfectly every time. Next update will be with my finished homemade pump.

EDIT: Video update on it.

#303648 SGN-8T : Modular PVC Turret Design!

Posted by thedom21 on 21 August 2011 - 09:29 AM in Darts and Barrels

That stopper Idea s genius....I love it! I may build once myself but make the spacers out of polycarbonate so I don't have to glue all that together.

Edit: Woot 300th post!

#303639 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 21 August 2011 - 01:07 AM in Homemades

Animal Poll: check
That's what I was going for with this gun. Cheap and simple.

#303635 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 21 August 2011 - 12:14 AM in Homemades

Whatever animal gets the most votes gets that animal themed PJ on it.
ON topic: thanks for the compliments.

#303610 NIC Homemades Contest Submission Thread

Posted by thedom21 on 20 August 2011 - 05:49 PM in Homemades

WNTS

#303609 WNTS

Posted by thedom21 on 20 August 2011 - 05:43 PM in Homemades

Intro
This is not as much about the actual blaster as you can vary that to fit your wants/needs. This is a write up on how I made mine but to also get this trigger design out there as it is simple, cheap, and the parts can be bought from your local hardware store. This is rev1 so yes it has flaws but I figured I would make this write up so others can make their own version and we can collectively from what we learn by making our own combine our ideas to make the ultimate blaster.

Materials
Trigger
1/4" x 3" carriage bolt
1/4-20m rubber well nut part# 83115 at Menards
Small spring(I just got this one out of my box of springs)
#6 O-ring
Body
3/4" Pvc
1/2" Pvc
3/4" T-joint
3/4" coupler
3/4" end cap
3/4" x 1/2" reducing bushing x2
1/2" 90 degree elbow

Tank/pump
1" Pvc
1/2" Pvc
1" coupling x2
1" 90 degree elbow
1" x 1/2" reducing Bushing
1" x 1/2" reducing bushing female thread
1/2" male threaded adapter
1/2" x 3/4" reducing bushing
3/4" 90 Degree elbow
Pump of your choice

Adhesives
Solvent weld
Super Glue
Hot glue

Other
E-tape

Cost
Depending on your pump between $14-$20

Time
Took me about half an hour to build not including cure time.

Tools

Minimum Requirements
Hacksaw
Sandpaper
Hobby Knife
Drill

Helpful Tools
Miter Saw

Assembly

This is how the blaster will be assembled
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Body

Put one or your 3/4" x 1/2" bushing onto your T-joint and a 1 1/2" segment of 1/2" pvc in that.
(this picture is wrong don't put that 1" x 1/2" bushing on yet)
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Drill a hole as centered as possible in the 3/4" T
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Next cut 2 2" segments of 3/4" pvc and assemble on one side of your 3/4" T like so.
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Put another 3/4" x 1/2" bushing in the T followed by a 1 1/2" segment of 1/2" pvc followed by a 1/2" 90 degree elbow. This is where you barrel will go. I like to use a hopper setup.
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This is what you should have so far.
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Now we are going to put the trigger on.

Its pretty self explanatory but for all you idiots out there, Assemble your parts like shown. (there should be an O-ring between the spring and the T)
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Now push this assemble into the corresponding holes and screw the bolt into the well nut.
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Yes its that easy!

Just in case I filled this hole with goop.
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Tank/pump

Sorry no picture of this but you want to assemble your parts like this,
3/4" x 1/2" bushing.....in 1" coupler.....7" of 1" pvc in the other side.....1" elbow.....2" of 1" pvc.....3/4" x 1/2" female thread bushing.
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All these parts need to be solvent welded together as they will be holding pressure.

Now to attach your pump to your tank if you used the same pump as I did. IF you used a different pump then use your brain and figure something out.
Take your 3/4" elbow and put a 3/4" x 1/2" bushing in one side. Then put a 1 1/2" segment of 1/2" pvc in that with a 1/2" male adapter on that.
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These pieces also need to be solvent welded together.
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Put some E-tape on the pump so it fits in the elbow nicely. Put a few drops of superglue on it and push it in as far as it will go.
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Then put solvent weld to seal it off.
Use this
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Wrap the threads of the male adapter in Teflon tape and screw it in. You end up with this.
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You can now put the segment of 1/2" pvc from the trigger into the 3/4" x 1/2" bushing of the tank.
Pump it a few times to make sure it doesn't leak and you trigger works. If all works correctly you can solvent weld them together. You end up with this with your pump of choice on the bottom.
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Ranges

With slugs and 14" pvc barrel with 12" of nested PETG I am getting 90-100 flat with 9 pumps. You can't pump it past 10 pumps otherwise you will break the pump shaft. So I guess that is an oprv of sorts for you. rev2 will have a built in oprv and an almost semi auto system that is optional.

#303549 Where do i find barrel spacers?

Posted by thedom21 on 19 August 2011 - 10:50 AM in General Nerf

http://www.nerfrevol...irectory#p34950
You're welcome.

#303508 Recapping: Late August Minnesota War

Posted by thedom21 on 18 August 2011 - 04:39 PM in Nerf Wars

Assuming it's OK that I'm not venom, I have 1" PETG and easy access to more. Never seen the thinwall anywhere though.

If you could bring me like a 3 foot length or pick me one up that would be great. I went to my local Petco today and they didn't have any. Also I may be a little late.

#303493 Recapping: Late August Minnesota War

Posted by thedom21 on 18 August 2011 - 12:31 PM in Nerf Wars

OK Venom is there a store near you that carries 1" PETG and another that carries 1 1/2" thinwall, or do you have some I could purchase?

#303267 Imperial RCB

Posted by thedom21 on 12 August 2011 - 06:18 PM in Homemades

Those hours are the only thing that turned me away from making one.

#303263 Imperial RCB

Posted by thedom21 on 12 August 2011 - 05:30 PM in Homemades

I really like this design and am glad I can now build one. Thanks Tantum!

#303122 Ammo counter

Posted by thedom21 on 09 August 2011 - 06:22 PM in Modifications

Whay do that when you can just buy some clear pvc and use it on your hopper? This would only be useful for a homemade clip blaster.

#302937 Recapping: Late August Minnesota War

Posted by thedom21 on 07 August 2011 - 09:27 AM in Nerf Wars

Also is there any tools we should bring? I could bring my Blade Runner again but you have a scroll saw correct?

#302910 Modification and Paintjob Pictures

Posted by thedom21 on 06 August 2011 - 08:57 PM in Modifications

Nf with PT replaced and cut down [k26]....has 3 1/4" of draw but still needs some seal work.
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Money Shot!
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#302894 Late July MN War

Posted by thedom21 on 06 August 2011 - 11:22 AM in Nerf Wars

you can get one for like $20-$30 at Kmart. They have a few cheap ones that are Dremel Brand.

#302856 Recapping: Late August Minnesota War

Posted by thedom21 on 05 August 2011 - 12:19 PM in Nerf Wars

I do have spare tanks you could have. Also Will we be doing a group McMaster order or not?

#302824 Recapping: Late August Minnesota War

Posted by thedom21 on 04 August 2011 - 08:55 PM in Nerf Wars

I have already gutted 2 hornets just recently and If I come I will bring them with so you can take what you need. I will be at the war unless something comes up and I can do pretty much any day for the mod party. Paul if you need a ride to the mod Party I may be able to give you one.

#302483 JSPB-The Mad Ghost

Posted by thedom21 on 29 July 2011 - 12:15 PM in Homemades

What's keeping the air from leaking where the trigger is?

I was wondering the same thing. I didn't see anything mentioning that in the write up.

#302303 +bow: Diy Thread

Posted by thedom21 on 26 July 2011 - 01:44 PM in Homemades

Alright I have a question about my +bow, Does anyone have Templates for single piece sideplates? also Is there a materiel I could use for the sideplates so they wouldn't crack?

#301683 Modification and Paintjob Pictures

Posted by thedom21 on 17 July 2011 - 10:39 AM in Modifications

Hoppered reactor, same set up as a HAMP.
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Ranges are 65-75 with very loose darts. I will get more accurate ranges later.

#301536 Long Shot bolt unable to move/mis alignment (new problem, can only pri

Posted by thedom21 on 14 July 2011 - 04:26 PM in Modifications

Yes it will.

#301520 Long Shot bolt unable to move/mis alignment (new problem, can only pri

Posted by thedom21 on 14 July 2011 - 11:24 AM in Modifications

Looks like you forgot to put the plunger tube in correctly. On the plunger tube there is a small nub (at the front) and in the shell there is a small hole. You need to make sure the nub goes into the hole otherwise it won't work. otherwise it will not work.

#301412 Late July MN War

Posted by thedom21 on 12 July 2011 - 03:32 PM in Nerf Wars

If you need darts I can sell you some.

#301395 Late July MN War

Posted by thedom21 on 12 July 2011 - 11:30 AM in Nerf Wars

I can do either night.

#301200 Crossbow question

Posted by thedom21 on 08 July 2011 - 02:50 PM in General Nerf

You could buy a good condition crossbow shell for 130-140. Or you can get a shit one....like I did for under a hundred.

#301058 Late July MN War

Posted by thedom21 on 05 July 2011 - 07:15 PM in Nerf Wars

I can't make it

I will be on vacation.

#300888 Late July MN War

Posted by thedom21 on 02 July 2011 - 06:54 AM in Nerf Wars

I guess I better get going on making some homemade pistols!

#300869 Most durable bike pump?

Posted by thedom21 on 01 July 2011 - 03:09 PM in General Nerf

If you are doing this with a UMB then you should do what Ahtanie did. I did and it works beautifully.You can use the schwinn frame pump that is plastic and black or any frame pump that comes with the mount. (which should be all frame pumps)
http://www.youtube.c.../18/zCRaU-We3dU

#300851 New Nerf Guns

Posted by thedom21 on 01 July 2011 - 09:11 AM in News

I think the design will be something like what is the tornado.

#300458 Late July MN War

Posted by thedom21 on 24 June 2011 - 01:25 PM in Nerf Wars

I would like to come, as would my brother and possibly one of his friends I think. My current primary is a 3DBBQ style blaster, which is likely to be far too powerful with any kind of darts (unless I made some vinyl-tape-head darts like the doods in Taiwan use), but I'd be more than happy to fire marshmallows if people would be content with that. Would you allow that? Also, will there be a build party?

Also, you mentioned "the usual bans." I haven't been to a Nerf war since our failed attempt in December, so is it still what I think it is? Basically, no singled Titans, no plugged 4Bs, no Pulse-anythings with any number of barrels, right?

EDIT: and if mallows are nixed then I would really really like to buy a pile o' darts from you. In which case a pre-war hangout may be required to test them out.

EDIT2: I will bring a couple coolers of water and/or soda for sharing if people are chill with that.

If your gun is too powerful you can just borrow one from someone else. Also I can get you some darts. We could do a build party at my house if no one else wants to host one.
Also I am in as long as I am not on vacation.

#300123 SPANO 2011 Recap

Posted by thedom21 on 18 June 2011 - 08:59 PM in Nerf Wars

Great war and great attendance.

Pros
-Rain...it was fun to slide around on the wet grass.
-Lots of new people
-Getting to see lots of cool blasters
-My quadshot performed very well which is good since it is all I had
-Paul letting me use his rainbow
-Not getting hit by Stark's diddle cannon thing when we were in the tower

Cons
-Rain...got annoying not being able to run and stop and I got really muddy and wet and so did all my stuff
-Big blasts
-Welts....most of them from Big Blast's or UMB's
-Ending when DemonLord got shot in the eye with a UMB from 10 feet and being right next to the shooter
-Not enough darts

#300065 Saint Paul Area Nerf Outing 2011

Posted by thedom21 on 17 June 2011 - 09:06 PM in Nerf Wars

40%-50%chance of rain all day tomorrow

Edit
never trust siblings when they tell you the weather. There is a large chance of t-storms around 8am and 1pm. but it looks like we could wait it out when it comes.

#299881 Dart Tag Sharp Shot

Posted by thedom21 on 14 June 2011 - 09:16 PM in Modifications

Nice mod. I have one coming of the sharp shot as well.....1 inch PETG plunger tube replacement. Maybe I will show you at the war, have a duel.

#299849 Aluminum AT2K Tank

Posted by thedom21 on 14 June 2011 - 09:43 AM in Homemades

Alright, but it could be a month or so before I have a design that I'm happy with.

That's fine, just shoot me a pm when it is ready.

#299825 Aluminum AT2K Tank

Posted by thedom21 on 13 June 2011 - 10:33 PM in Homemades

Well if you are selling them I will take one. I need it to replace my leaky 2k tank.

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