carbarten77 Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 Looking to covert my old BSA supersport to a gas ram. Had a quick look on the internet and was unable to find a supplier. Are these kits still available? if so does anyone know who stocks them. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Sam Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 I can't find any, even chambers are out of stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROBLATCH Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 try here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Sam Posted November 1, 2007 Report Share Posted November 1, 2007 try here Been out of stock for months mate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeihrauchPower Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 I'd of suggested Blackpool as well! Maybe try giving Theoben a ring? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cole890 Posted November 2, 2007 Report Share Posted November 2, 2007 what is the difference of having a gas ram as to how it is? i've never seen a gas ram gun so i was just wondering the pros and cons Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeihrauchPower Posted November 3, 2007 Report Share Posted November 3, 2007 what is the difference of having a gas ram as to how it is? i've never seen a gas ram gun so i was just wondering the pros and cons A gas ram is quieter, has less recoil and never needs replacing! I don't think there are any cons to a gas ram! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big_Sam Posted November 3, 2007 Report Share Posted November 3, 2007 what is the difference of having a gas ram as to how it is? i've never seen a gas ram gun so i was just wondering the pros and cons A gas ram is quieter, has less recoil and never needs replacing! I don't think there are any cons to a gas ram! Except from what I have heard, gas rams have greater recoil, noisyer, and loose pressure. Can't say I have a problem with spring, it only gives a 1.6 fps variation over the chrono usually. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
njc110381 Posted November 3, 2007 Report Share Posted November 3, 2007 I had a gas ram in my supersport for the best part of ten years. My cousin still has the rifle and it still shoots just as I remember it after thousands of shots. I hope you find a supplier, the gun improved no end with this mod fitted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cole890 Posted November 4, 2007 Report Share Posted November 4, 2007 fair enough, easch to there own i take it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
throdgrain Posted November 4, 2007 Report Share Posted November 4, 2007 The recoil on a gas ram is much easier to shoot with, simply bang-backwards, rather than the twanging of a spring Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WeihrauchPower Posted November 5, 2007 Report Share Posted November 5, 2007 what is the difference of having a gas ram as to how it is? i've never seen a gas ram gun so i was just wondering the pros and cons A gas ram is quieter, has less recoil and never needs replacing! I don't think there are any cons to a gas ram! Except from what I have heard, gas rams have greater recoil, noisyer, and loose pressure. Can't say I have a problem with spring, it only gives a 1.6 fps variation over the chrono usually. Well if that's what you've heard then i suggest you try one first! Who ever told you that was either very VERY unlucky or full of ****. I tend only to respond to threads from experience rather than "from the grape vine" type information! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airssassin Posted November 6, 2007 Report Share Posted November 6, 2007 what is the difference of having a gas ram as to how it is? i've never seen a gas ram gun so i was just wondering the pros and cons Just to confirm that gas rams are great... I fitted one to my rifle about a year ago and it is smoother, easier to shoot accurately, consistent, powerful (12ft/lb), and has faster lock time. Oh, and it doesn't have that annoying "TWANG" when you fire it. Just a nice thud then another one when the pellet hits the target .... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junior111111 Posted November 7, 2007 Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 well i used 2 bsa lightnings 1 was a xl tactical with spring the other was a bog standard lightning but yea but it was gas rammed..gas ram adds a little weight but rifles generaly still light.. the tactical bbddiinngg when you shoot gas ram dead apart from a little shove not a big kick like the tactical..braking gas ram was easyer but tactical wasnt hard either..i could hold the gas ram and watch where the pellet was going after i shot it but the tactical you got no chance it takes you completely off your target once fired..now i like springer alot, i like the fact that it feels like you have shot something but im affraid the gas ram is better than the springer..how can i compare its like being tickled with a feather then comparing that to a kick in the balls..i know which id prefer..the gas ram at£40-50 worth every penny and i tell you there way more accurate my mate blasts bunnys out to 50 yard not a problem but a standard spring you couldnt do that...oh well il stop goin on now lol ps i would go direct to theoben or give ben taylor and son a ring pss the pellet leaves the barrell before you have chance to move with a gas ram too, as well as low maitnence..no spring re[lacement every 6-12month psss gas rams are hard to fit lol gas ram all the way from me mate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carbarten77 Posted November 7, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 7, 2007 Just a little update. Tried both Ben Taylor and also Theoben, no luck. Looks like they have stopped making them and looking for a new source. Thats a shame may have to look for second hand. Thanks for all suggestions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveieP Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 When last i looked at gas rams on the BAR website, they were coming in at over £60 a pop (£65?) Is it really worthwhile putting a gas ram in, even if you can find one? All I mean is it's a lot of dosh to spend on an old gun. Hows about a nice new Titan XS mainspring, some new seals & a lube job? Then it'll shoot like new & you'll have enough change to go to the pub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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