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Title: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: Jaegerman on June 05, 2023, 04:31:43 PM
Hi all

I have a mk1 rapid on ticket, purchased 2nd hand.

I'm finding it rather inconsistent and it does have a huge power curve.

I'd like Kev.G to have a look at it, as he is highly recommended as the man to go to.

How does one make contact with him?

Thanks in advance.

Title: Re: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: Ca_Varminter on June 05, 2023, 04:51:28 PM
This the BEST to contact KevG.
He may not reply Right Away.... He is busy with Many Sick Rapids...

Since this is a second hand MKI, there can be many things that can cause this.
It could be caused from spring balance problem..
To a valve and port problem...
Maybe something simple as a Oil/grease contaminated Hammer.

Best to have the The Rapid Doctor look at her...Maybe even add a Reg to help things!

Go0d Luck,
Stuart
Title: Re: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: KevG on June 07, 2023, 07:52:53 AM
just give me a pm m8,be handy to know fill pressure/power and barrel length
kevG
Title: Re: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: Jaegerman on June 07, 2023, 05:57:26 PM
Pm sent  :)

Cheers  :)
Title: Re: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: Jaegerman on June 22, 2023, 04:00:00 PM
Met the legend that is Kev G, today  ;D

Worked his magic on my rapid (now working wonderful & much smoother to operate)

Also ordered one of his wonderful carbon fibre sound mods  8)

Really knowledgeable gentleman.

Once again, thanks Kev  :)

Cheers J. 
Title: Re: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: KevG on June 23, 2023, 02:31:54 PM
any time m8,was a pleasure to meet you
kevG
Title: Re: Inconsistent Mk1
Post by: CheshireSniper on June 25, 2023, 06:43:43 PM
Quote from: Jaegerman on June 22, 2023, 04:00:00 PMMet the legend that is Kev G, today  ;D

Worked his magic on my rapid (now working wonderful & much smoother to operate)

Also ordered one of his wonderful carbon fibre sound mods  8)

Really knowledgeable gentleman.

Once again, thanks Kev  :)

Cheers J.

 Glad you got it sorted mate, nowt like a sweet running rapid 👍  where in Cheshire are you buddy !!