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Theoben General Chat Area => RAW, Impact, and All Rapid Derivatives => Topic started by: Zack on February 17, 2021, 07:19:08 PM

Title: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Zack on February 17, 2021, 07:19:08 PM
Does anyone know if the following parts fit the current production Rapid Air Weapons HM1000x Rifles:


BEST Fittings Buddy Bottle Valves – Theoben Rapid Fitment
https://www.bestfittings.co.uk/shop/fill-probes-adaptors/buddy-bottles-valves/best-fittings-buddy-bottle-valves-theoben-fitment/?attribute_select-valve-size=M14%20x%201.5

220cc 300BAR Carbon Fibre Buddy Bottles – BARE No Valve
https://www.bestfittings.co.uk/shop/fill-probes-adaptors/buddy-bottles-valves/220cc-300cc-500cc-300bar-carbon-fibre-buddy-bottles-bare-no-valve/

BEST Fittings Theoben Rapid 7 Reg Tester
https://www.bestfittings.co.uk/shop/fill-probes-adaptors/service-parts-tools/best-fittings-theoben-rapid-7-reg-tester/


Thank you.

Zack
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Ca_Varminter on February 17, 2021, 07:43:49 PM
Well all of those parts have a 1/4" bspp bottle threads... same as RAW
So they all will work on the RAW rifles..
I don't know the internal thread of the bottle!!

Stuart
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Zack on February 17, 2021, 09:46:39 PM
Quote from: Ca_Varminter on February 17, 2021, 07:43:49 PM
Well all of those parts have a 1/4" bspp bottle threads... same as RAW
So they all will work on the RAW rifles..
I don't know the internal thread of the bottle!!

Stuart

Thanks for the confirmation, that's good news.  Would the internal thread of the bottle matter, as long as the valve and the bottle fit together?
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Squinty on February 18, 2021, 09:37:26 AM
the bottle threads are M18 x 1.5... so the BF 220/280cc carbon fibre bottles use the same valve as  400/500cc aluminium and 480cc inocom c/f  bottles.

200/280cc aluminium bottles have an M14x1.5 internal thread
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: KCE on February 18, 2021, 12:41:45 PM
I love how the members on here help others out in there hour of need.
This is why we set up this forum.
Thank you guys for getting involved much appreciated.

Regards kev.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Dr Bob on February 18, 2021, 05:51:49 PM

I still have a few of my original reg testers if your interested?
Bob
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Kernal on February 18, 2021, 06:20:07 PM
I also have a DrBob reg-tester and i`ll put my stamp on it they are that good,....You`ll not go wrong with a DrBob reg-tester that`s for sure,

Just so you know what it looks like unless DrBobs updated his design i`ve put a small video review of the DrBob reg tester below have a look so you know what you get and just how easy it is to use to set up your reg.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QZt0KXL9Bo
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Zack on February 18, 2021, 09:55:33 PM
Wow, thank you for all of the info, it's quite helpful!

Dr. Bob, your reg tester looks great (thanks for the link to the video!), but I'm still hand pumping so I don't thing I can use it.  However... what other stuff do you have  ;D
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: KCE on February 18, 2021, 10:04:08 PM
Hi Zack.

Between Dr Bob and KevG on here you have access to any parts you will ever need for your Theoben rapid with peace of mind and fantastic aftersales from both of them.
They both have been involved with theobens from the day they were introduced into the uk.

Regards kev.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Zack on February 18, 2021, 10:09:55 PM
Quote from: KCE on February 18, 2021, 10:04:08 PM
Hi Zack.

Between Dr Bob and KevG on here you have access to any parts you will ever need for your Theoben rapid with peace of mind and fantastic aftersales from both of them.
They both have been involved with theobens from the day they were introduced into the uk.

Regards kev.

OUTSTANDING!!!   Thank you for this info Kev!  I'm still a month away from getting the rifle, but I already have some goodies in mind... an SSG, a lighter hammer, lighter hammer springs, etc.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: KCE on February 18, 2021, 10:17:03 PM
Then I'm sure KevG and Dr Bob will be a great help for you with your new project.
Keep us updated as time goes on and upload some pics.

Regards kev.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Dr Bob on February 19, 2021, 01:49:24 PM

I'm here to check out the bits   https://www.drbobsgunbits.com

Bob
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Zack on February 19, 2021, 03:37:05 PM
Quote from: Dr Bob on February 19, 2021, 01:49:24 PM

I'm here to check out the bits   https://www.drbobsgunbits.com

Bob

Thanks Bob!  It looks like parts are separated for Mk1, Mk2, and MFR.  I'm still new to the Theoben platform and I'm not sure which of these parts lists would be applicable to the current RAW HM1000x rifles.  Can you please point me in the right direction?
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: The growler on April 30, 2021, 03:34:40 AM
The reg thread size is different from the standard rapid regs. You need to use a hose and gauge fitted to the plug in the bottom of the new type raw rifles.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Ca_Varminter on April 30, 2021, 06:04:04 AM
The last one I fitted... One of RAW's QF Regs.... it is still the same thread size of the
Rapid.... 3/8" bspp...
(https://photos.imageevent.com/scl_electronics/gun/qf/websize/9image_1.jpg)

Stuart
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: The growler on April 30, 2021, 02:45:21 PM
I've a new one. November 2020 from krale. Its definitely a different thread. Wont screw on to my reg tester. Had to go the bottom plug route.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: The growler on April 30, 2021, 02:49:13 PM
I've a new nov 2020 hm1000x from krale. Reg is a larger thread size. And so is the magazine slot. Older magazines are far too lose.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Ca_Varminter on April 30, 2021, 03:12:03 PM
Wow, AirForce has really messed up Their Product line.....
The haven't update their website...
Quote from website, "Regulators for any RAW or Theoben Rapid Rifles with a quick fill system"

Sad, very sad...

Stuart
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: The growler on April 30, 2021, 05:14:51 PM
Magazine is larger for using longer slugs, reg thread is to stop owners using after market parts.
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: Ca_Varminter on April 30, 2021, 05:30:56 PM
Like I stated before....
When AirForce bought out RAW....
It was another Bad day for The Rapid!!

Stuart
Title: Re: Question about Best Fittings parts compatibility with current RAW HM1000x
Post by: KCE on April 30, 2021, 06:20:41 PM
On the bright side we have our guys on here than sort out all problems that may arise in time with there line of products.

Regards kev.