TM Type 89 Questions

Nydilius · October 13th, 2007, 15:55

I recently purchased a TM Type 89 rifle as my first airsoft weapon. I've heard lots of good things about it and its a more esoteric rifle that I'm not likely to see on the field. (and I love being unique.

) I did have a few questions that I have not been able to find out since reviews of its mechbox are almost non-existent.

From what I hear it fires about 280-290 out of the box. I would like to upgrade that to about 350-380 since I intend on using it at range. However, due to the unique mechanical burst fire do I need anything special to put a new spring in? ie. proprietary bushings/gears/etc? And all I've read is that the mechbox is reinforced. I'm assuming that means all metal gears and such or am I going to need to upgrade? (I'm big on durability)

And lastly, I want to put a red dot on it. But the only rail mounts for the type 89 I have been able to find are bought south of the border. Is that kind of thing going to cause problems if I have it shipped up here? or do customs overlook parts and such and only zero in on the weapons?

Any help would be much appreciated.

ancorp · October 13th, 2007, 16:03

Well.. all TM AEGs (proper ones) have metal gears. But I don't know much about the V8 gearbox, so I can't give you any advice on upgrades. IMO, you should be fine with metal bushings (if it doesn't have those already) a stronger spring, and spring guide..

No reason the rails wouldn't go through. Its just a rail...

Welcome to ASC.

Cheers,
Alex

Nydilius · October 13th, 2007, 21:02

Whew. Thanks muchly. Nice to have confirmation on the rails and parts.

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October 13th, 2007, 15:55	#1
Nydilius Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Penticton BC	TM Type 89 Questions I recently purchased a TM Type 89 rifle as my first airsoft weapon. I've heard lots of good things about it and its a more esoteric rifle that I'm not likely to see on the field. (and I love being unique. ) I did have a few questions that I have not been able to find out since reviews of its mechbox are almost non-existent. From what I hear it fires about 280-290 out of the box. I would like to upgrade that to about 350-380 since I intend on using it at range. However, due to the unique mechanical burst fire do I need anything special to put a new spring in? ie. proprietary bushings/gears/etc? And all I've read is that the mechbox is reinforced. I'm assuming that means all metal gears and such or am I going to need to upgrade? (I'm big on durability) And lastly, I want to put a red dot on it. But the only rail mounts for the type 89 I have been able to find are bought south of the border. Is that kind of thing going to cause problems if I have it shipped up here? or do customs overlook parts and such and only zero in on the weapons? Any help would be much appreciated. __________________ Spleen!™

October 13th, 2007, 16:03	#2
ancorp AK Guru Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Vaughan, Ontario (near Toronto)	Well.. all TM AEGs (proper ones) have metal gears. But I don't know much about the V8 gearbox, so I can't give you any advice on upgrades. IMO, you should be fine with metal bushings (if it doesn't have those already) a stronger spring, and spring guide.. No reason the rails wouldn't go through. Its just a rail... Welcome to ASC. Cheers, Alex __________________

October 13th, 2007, 21:02	#3
Nydilius Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Penticton BC	Whew. Thanks muchly. Nice to have confirmation on the rails and parts. __________________ Spleen!™

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