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TippmannSniper9 
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 Topic: Ion Upgrade HelpPosted: 11 September 2005 at 6:41pm |
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Hey, I'm thinking about getting a Smart Parts Ion, but I wasn't sure what upgrades are out there. Can someone help me out and tell me some good upgrades I could/ should get for the Ion? I'd appreciate it. |
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whack-a-mole
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 6:45pm |
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I don't think there is much performance wise. I gues a Halo B. That's all I can think of. I guess you could paint or get a unique body for it?
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NASA and the Americans spent millions of dollars and hundreds of hours to develop a pen that would write in space.....The Russians used a pencil.
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TippmannSniper9
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 6:47pm |
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Oh, yea I read that it's good to use an eletronic hopper with it because of the rate of fire. What about a new barrel? |
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Panda Man
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 6:48pm |
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first upgrade... ASA Go for a Unimount with On/off. I suggest a Redz Railz.
Second. Feed Neck, I dislike medium/tall feednecks(personal prefrence) and so do 90% of other paintball players, go for a Halo no rise, or even a Redz Cam-lock feed neck will work great, and keep your profile low. third. Barrel(DUR!) In this are it is totally up to you, but I really like the Smart Parts All American and the Lapco Bigshot, they will give you the best shot for your money. 4th. Regulator, I really don't like the regulator on the Ion, there very bad, I made this one lower in the list becasue of the price tag on a Regulator. But I suggest a Palmer Fatty, or a Bob Long Torpedo they will give you the best consistancey for your money. after that, I guess a QEV, body kit, Trigger and some grips if you need them. Edited by Panda Man |
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TippmannSniper9
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 6:54pm |
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Probably a stupid question, but what's a QEV? Probably a stupid |
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Panda Man
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 7:02pm |
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How you going to learn if you don't ask?
QEV = Quick Exaust Valve. The QEV kit replaces your from banjo fitting. On the "exaust" part of the firing cycle, the air will exit at the fitting instead of having to travel all the way back to the solenoid. Users report that the QEV allows the dwell to be set much lower resulting in a faster cyclic rate and lower air use. (Note: a faster cycling rate is NOT the same as more balls per second. The Ion board is capped at 17 balls per second.) Instulation is very simple. The only issue is getting the QEV to seal, which may requied changing the (included) o-rings Edited by Panda Man |
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 8:30pm |
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Oh ok... what kind of barrel should best be used with the Ion?
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Panda Man
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 8:32pm |
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Hmmm... for the price you can't beat a Bigshot, but for a awsome barrel for under $70 deffinetly go for the Freak Jr.
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 8:46pm |
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Don't forget about a trigger. If you are going to keep the Ion in Semi then a new trigger is a very good upgrade (or even if you're going to use rebound mode). I'd suggest this one.. http://www.actionvillage.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/eCS/S tore/en/-/USD/DisplayProductInformation-Start;sid=HYshyBujIs QgzliH0rDhYBEFFfpFkvYY67Y=?ProductID=IATAqArbgBoAAAEEiZA7WxA c .
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 8:49pm |
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if your planning on tricking it all out get:
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Posted: 11 September 2005 at 8:53pm |
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1. asa with on/off
2. new barrel 3. clamping feed neck 4. new regulator 5. HPA 6. electronic hopper |
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Posted: 12 September 2005 at 12:59pm |
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TippmannSniper9
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Posted: 12 September 2005 at 6:16pm |
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Oh ok thanks, I guess that solves my problem
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Posted: 12 September 2005 at 6:17pm |
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If you get a new trigger get the Fireball mountain trigger.
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Posted: 12 September 2005 at 6:28pm |
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Where could I find the Predator board? Edited by TippmannSniper9 |
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TippmannSniper9
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Posted: 17 September 2005 at 11:27pm |
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I read that the gun is small, so it's harder for larger people with larger hands? Is that true? Also, should I get a drop forward?
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Posted: 18 September 2005 at 2:19am |
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drops are preference... the duckbill is definatley uncomfy...so I truly recommend some sort of drop whether it be Unimount or a Drop Forward |
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Posted: 31 December 2006 at 7:52am |
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Speaking of ups for the Ion: 1. Are there any aftermarket (or SP) bolts that would be recommended, or is the stock bolt perfectly fine? 2. As far as QEVs go. Which one is best? I know there are several QEVs out there (I have a Palmer's 360 on my A-5 and it's BIG) of different sizes. Which one would be the best fit? I don't want to modify the body to install a QEV. 3. Thinking about upgrading to a Rampage Board. I'm very satisfied with the Rampage board I have in my A-5. Other than the lack of availability, what are the cons of the Rampage vs. other boards? Just fishing for opinions guys. Upping the Ion looks to be my 'Winter Project'. I'd just like some input and ideas. Thanks! |
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Posted: 31 December 2006 at 9:40am |
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notice this was posted in september or 05?? Don't really bring anything up from like page 2 or 3 back. |
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Posted: 31 December 2006 at 4:42pm |
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Or what? Look, if any post is readable - it is fair game to respond. What difference does it make anyway? I would have still asked the questions whether I created a new post or posted it on this thread. Perhaps your energy would be better spent in actually helping, instead of being overly critical of where posts are made. Edited by StormyKnight - 31 December 2006 at 4:45pm |
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