Quick question
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Topic: Quick question
Posted By: Germanater
Subject: Quick question
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 6:22am
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Exactly what do new barrels do?Not flatline but just normal new barrels.Thats what I've been told to get after I get my 98 custom.Do they just screw on like normal ones or do you need tool? Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
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Posted By: xXxdrumbyxXx
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 7:58am
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They give u a better range and acuracy,the inside of the barrel is pollished so it comes out alot betterthe flatlines nouthing great. smartparts teardrop 14 inch will tak care of u. On rbay its like 40 bucks brand new. It screw on like a reglar barrel so its easy to put on and take off. The flatline is different though. ------------- 04 Ebladed Orracle Autococker Pure Energy 68/4500 Egg with Zboard |
Posted By: evil_fingers
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 10:52am
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Drumby, have you ever owned and used the Flatline, if you havent, then you dont know what yer talkin bout. As fer the barrel question, most stock barrels on any marker isnt all what its cracked up to be, theyre not accurate, they are there jus to look good and are alot louder than any upgraded barrel when used and not all barrels will fit on yer 98c for example, you want to put a Spyder barrel on yer 98c, a barrel adapter would be needed in order fer the Spyder barrel to used on a Tippmannn marker. ------------- Do not steal....the government hates competition! 
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Posted By: stanley2
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 10:58am
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A new barrel will usually give better accuracy and longer range, after reading a lot I am getting a J&J 12" ceramic for my 98. There are barrels for each marker, so get the model that is made for yours, so you don´t need an adapter. ------------- Saludos Tippmann 98C DOP Bullet Drop 2522 Black DOP Rocket Cock II DOP 98C RVA Tippmann VA DOP X-Core J&J Pro 1 12" Barrel Polished Internals 9oz 12oz 20ozCO2 and 47ci 3000psiHPA Zeus G1 |
Posted By: PB_freak-04
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 1:11pm
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the only thing a barrel needs for a accuracy and rang is a
tighter bore size. the lengh of the barrel dosnt actually have anything to do with range belive it or not. its the bore size that gives it better accuracy and alittle bit of better range. the length of the barrell helps only a little bit. when the bore size is a bit tighter, it gives it better air efficency, little bit of range, better accuracy. hope this helps! ------------- Capt.EAST COAST CREW** 
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Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 3:10pm
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I plan on getting a 98 custom so what would be a good barrel?Not too expensive cause I spend money on other things too (mainly accesories for my real rifles).Oh,and so they help with range and accuracy?Thats good cause I like the ability to reach out and touch someone. Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: Bonestock98
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 3:34pm
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A new barrel will help with range a little. It will also make your gun quieter. Usually you can get a barrel with threads to match your gun but if you can't you'll need an adapter. I'd go with a J&J ceramic 12' for speedball 14'-16' for woods. Hope this helps. ------------- F.A.T.T.S.W.F.A.-Forumers Against Things That Start With "Forumers Against" |
Posted By: DrunkDriver
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 4:01pm
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get a J&J ceramic 12 or 14 inch. they are $38 where i am ------------- http://img204.imageshack.us/my.php?image=260991706090alb8rs.jpg"> 
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Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 4:29pm
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I play in woods so I would get the 14" right?Alrighty then.Do you need an adapter for a 98 custom?I hope not. ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: Shadowminion
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 4:45pm
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J&J makes a 14 " barrel with threads to match the 98c , just make sure thats what you order ,or select . ------------- SL68-II , micro honed and polished .688" bore . Tuff Enuf . Widowmaker , under construction |
Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 5:30pm
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Would a new barrel be the only thing reccomended?I dont want full auto or crap like that that costs hundreds more though.BTW when I told my friend that I am gettinga 98 custom he said that I am dumb cause he says that Spyders are ten times better.He has a Rodeo. Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: Kevin Z
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 5:50pm
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Look down the inside of a Stock Tippmann barrel. You will notice that it is rough, matty and you can see the machine cutting marks in it. Now pick up a upgrade barrel, It will be mirror polished, super shiny. It is this micro-honed polish that makes the barrel good, less resistance, and no odd friction points that put spin on the ball. Take care of your 98 and it will still be your baby long after his spyder rodeo has crumbled into dust. ------------- United States Marine Corps.... When it absolutely, positively, has to be destroyed overnight! Just say NO to junk mods |
Posted By: twistedkev1990
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 6:16pm
| i heard after the ball is shot 14 in. in the barrel from the front bolt that is slows down the ball. If your going to get a new barrel i would say get a flatline. I have one and it awsome! And you friend says ur dumb for getting a 98 custom, i would agree with him because tippmanns are known for durability and most upgradible. |
Posted By: DrunkDriver
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 6:25pm
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Don't get the flat line, it is not worth it. There is no difference between the 12" J&J ceramic and the 14" other then 2 inches. If you are in the woods and running around trees you might want to get the 12". If you are playing speedball and want to play more profile you can get the 14" and push the barrel into the side of the air bunker. Tippmanns are way better then spiders in the long run, get some new tippmann-loving friends ------------- http://img204.imageshack.us/my.php?image=260991706090alb8rs.jpg">
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Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 6:57pm
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No love for tippmann where I live exept for the people that have them.I bet I will whip my friends when I get mine.Oh just wondering who actually uses the sights on the guns?I do and hate it when they dont have em'.Oh and I dont really like flatlines for one reason and one reason only.COST.Tippmann,if your listening,LOWER THE PRICES FOR US POOR PEOPLE. Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: Tikiman.
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 7:01pm
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theyre only 120 and i never use sights i bored it down to lower profile. no one ever aims anyway ------------- BeAcHbLoNdiEof08: did i do good |
Posted By: @5 M@$T@
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 7:05pm
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You get better accuracy and range. If you buy a barrel that is made for your gun then it will screw right in but if its made for a diferent gun you have to buy a thread protector(ex. Spyder to 98 threads, Angel to A-5 threads) ------------- I'm going to the darkside... |
Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 7:12pm
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Ok I think I get it now.So can anyone give me any links to some place that sells those J&J barrels? Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: DrunkDriver
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 7:15pm
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Most people do not use their sights. Most people look down the side of the barrel. It is more accurate to look down the side of the barrel then using the sights for me. I also have to look down the barrel because i have a vertical feed autococker. I did look down the side of the barrel with my 98c though. ------------- http://img204.imageshack.us/my.php?image=260991706090alb8rs.jpg">
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Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 18 October 2004 at 7:49pm
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Well the sights give me a general idea of where the ball is going.So....anyone have any links for J&J barrels? Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: evil_fingers
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 2:14am
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I can say "no one" in the paintball community actually "uses the sites on their gun"....we have paintball markers that simulate and imitate real firearms. ------------- Do not steal....the government hates competition!
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Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 5:55am
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Ya I know I saw the ones modded to look like AKs and a M4.Pretty sweet.But i'm getting a Rock River M4 so HA.Anyways....no links?Oh and thanks for all the help guys. Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: DrunkDriver
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 2:57pm
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http://www.actionvillage.com - www.actionvillage.com http://www.firstcallpaintball.com - www.firstcallpaintball.com http://www.paintballgateway.com - www.paintballgateway.com Go to those and click on barrels and look around for a cheep price. ------------- http://img204.imageshack.us/my.php?image=260991706090alb8rs.jpg">
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Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 3:34pm
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I couldnt find any of dem there J&J barrels.Well I found a few but still.I found a couple other companies.What would be some other good companies? Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: C.G.O.
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 4:47pm
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The FL is the best for distance, but for accuracy, it's ok/good. I'd say the best barrel for woodsball would be the Armson Stealth. I use to down-talk that barrel until I saw one perform last sunday. The accuracy was like a .22 rifle and its distance was about 30ft less than the FL's(when pointed straight at 180*)!! Unlike the reviews say, the rifling design DOES WORK and isn’t very paint picky. Now, the Armson stealth is a $70 barrel, but you get the best of both worlds(accuracy and distance).
Good luck! *EDIT* Yeah, 1/3 less, LOL! What was I thinking? Sorry! ------------- Tippmann 98c with lapco bigshot 12in barrel, Palmer Stabilizer/32* 0-1200 microgauge. |
Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 4:50pm
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1/3 less?HOw is that good?And the armson barrel has rifling?Thats messed up. ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: Kevin Z
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 5:13pm
I do.... now you know of one person who uses the sights!  ------------- United States Marine Corps.... When it absolutely, positively, has to be destroyed overnight! Just say NO to junk mods |
evil_fingers wrote:Posted By: 68Degrees
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 5:59pm
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http://www.888paintball.com - www.888paintball.com
thats the site I usually go to. ------------- Silver Bullet 14in Whisper barrel 12v Revy Psychoballistic Drop foward 20oz CO2 |
Posted By: C.G.O.
Date Posted: 19 October 2004 at 6:37pm
Oh, dang it, got my math wrong! Sorry, I just edited my reply. I meant to say that only 30ft less distance than the FL when the barrels are pointed straight at 180* (benched). Now yes, the Armson stealth has a spiral rifling inside the barrel, but it's nothing like a real rifle. Again i'am sorry for confusing you (and myself,LOL). Later. ------------- Tippmann 98c with lapco bigshot 12in barrel, Palmer Stabilizer/32* 0-1200 microgauge. |
Posted By: Germanater
Date Posted: 20 October 2004 at 5:46am
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Hey how this post get way back here on page 2?Oh well.S it goes farther with the armson and is more accurate?Cool.But is it $70 better?Im sure just a J&J barrel would be fine for me.And thanks for the links guys. Just checked out that link.It say the J&J barrel is ceramic.Is that good?Also what do you think about those 32 degrees barrels? Thanks,Tyler ------------- Vote Bush/Cheney 2004 |
Posted By: 68Degrees
Date Posted: 20 October 2004 at 6:54pm
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I have a 32 Whisper for my Silver Bullet and it doesn't chop balls and is pretty decent..dont know the effect on other guns though..sorry ------------- Silver Bullet 14in Whisper barrel 12v Revy Psychoballistic Drop foward 20oz CO2 |
Posted By: DrunkDriver
Date Posted: 20 October 2004 at 7:04pm
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Try the Lapco Bigshot if you can't find the J&J ceramic at any one those sites i gave you. ------------- http://img204.imageshack.us/my.php?image=260991706090alb8rs.jpg">
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