changing bushings

jayrod · November 21st, 2006, 23:07

If I change from plastic to steel bushings can I use the same shims or do I need new ones? One more question are all tappet plats plastic or are any steel?

The Saint · November 22nd, 2006, 00:20

You can keep the shims, the question is more of whether the new bushing is the exact same dimension as your old ones. As I understand it, aftermarket bushings are not all the same. If their dimensions differ in regards to width/thickness, you'd need to reshim to reflect that.

I've never seen a metal tappet.

ILLusion · November 22nd, 2006, 05:48

Generally, when you do ANY bushing/gear/motor/grip upgrades, youu will need to re-shim your gears. You can re-use your old ones, but chances are, the placement will change.

There are no steel tappet plates in existence.

jayrod · November 22nd, 2006, 08:39

Thanks for the information, this is new to me just trying to get a feel for things. I took a TM G36 and tour it apart to see if I could put it all back together.I did and it worked the same as when I started. I took pic's with my digital camera incase I needed to go back and it's a good thing because I had to look a few times. Now I think I will buy some parts to upgrade my UMG. I have always been a huge fan of the UMP and the UMG is an awsome replica very nice detail this is where I want to spend my money. O.K. if you had the money to spend what would you put into this gun to make it a Top notch gun?

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November 21st, 2006, 23:07	#1
jayrod Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: US	changing bushings If I change from plastic to steel bushings can I use the same shims or do I need new ones? One more question are all tappet plats plastic or are any steel?

November 22nd, 2006, 00:20	#2
The Saint Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Quebec	You can keep the shims, the question is more of whether the new bushing is the exact same dimension as your old ones. As I understand it, aftermarket bushings are not all the same. If their dimensions differ in regards to width/thickness, you'd need to reshim to reflect that. I've never seen a metal tappet. __________________ "The Bird of Hermes is My Name, Eating My Wings to Make Me Tame."

November 22nd, 2006, 05:48	#3
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	Generally, when you do ANY bushing/gear/motor/grip upgrades, youu will need to re-shim your gears. You can re-use your old ones, but chances are, the placement will change. There are no steel tappet plates in existence. __________________ *Advanced Airsoft Armaments and Enhancements* Quick to the gun, sure of your grip. Quick to the threat, sure of your shot. Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas Accuracy, Power, Speed

November 22nd, 2006, 08:39	#4
jayrod Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: US	Thanks for the information, this is new to me just trying to get a feel for things. I took a TM G36 and tour it apart to see if I could put it all back together.I did and it worked the same as when I started. I took pic's with my digital camera incase I needed to go back and it's a good thing because I had to look a few times. Now I think I will buy some parts to upgrade my UMG. I have always been a huge fan of the UMP and the UMG is an awsome replica very nice detail this is where I want to spend my money. O.K. if you had the money to spend what would you put into this gun to make it a Top notch gun?

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