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Title: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on November 27, 2024, 03:54:44 PM
Hi
 I need now a probe as indicated in title. I went to Uncle Bob but his shop is closed for this item until next week. Is there any other trusted supplier for this part?
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Ca_Varminter on November 27, 2024, 04:03:21 PM
Check with KevG....
He may have what you need ..or can machine one up!!

Good Luck,
Stuart
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on November 27, 2024, 04:38:47 PM
Hi Stuart
How's life across the pond?
This is the last task on this rifle, with the strip down and rebuild, you and I spoke about recently. Kev and I are in talks at the moment, he suggested Dr Bob.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Ca_Varminter on November 27, 2024, 05:07:41 PM
Well life on this side of the pond...Living with High Anxiety..
Not fun having you Country being run by a bunch of Clowns...

If you happen to have a RAW dealer on your side of the Pond..
RAW still sells Rapid bits on their Website!!

Good Luck again....
Stuart
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on November 27, 2024, 05:13:55 PM
Ha ha Stuart, well you are not the only sufferers, its a three ring circus here too. The worst collection of stoners you could ever wish to meet. The worst it has been in our history, if you and I arranged a swop, neither of us would benefit.

The tip about a RAW dealer is well worth a look, thanks again for your help. Denis.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Brooksy on November 30, 2024, 04:27:52 PM
I've got a spare probe set, but I'm unsure what calibre it came from. It's 6 mm diameter, so it will most likely be .22.
It's off an early mark 2, length is 32 mm which is a touch shorter than some I've seen.
You can have it to try if you like.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on December 01, 2024, 06:41:39 PM
Thank you what a nice gesture. I will accept that I can compare like for like here. If good I will reimburse you or whatever suits you. D Hall, 11 Min y Rhos. Goodwick. SA640HY. And thank you. :D 
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Brooksy on December 01, 2024, 09:50:44 PM
I'll send it out as soon as possible mate. Don't worry about money.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on December 02, 2024, 10:50:09 AM
Cheers Brooksy appreciated. Denis.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Brooksy on December 04, 2024, 09:04:02 PM
Posting tomorrow morning mate.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on December 05, 2024, 10:40:32 AM
Thanks Brooksy. I will measure and compare and will keep you posted on the success or failure of the project. Cheers for now back later.Denis.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Brooksy on December 07, 2024, 09:25:18 AM
Probe Set on the way, but the wankers didn't scan it in, so I have no tracking.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on December 10, 2024, 03:11:26 PM
Hi Brooksy, arrived here just now. will get back to you later cheers Denis.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Brooksy on December 11, 2024, 08:10:47 PM
 :) Pleased to hear it mate.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Dr Fox on December 13, 2024, 10:33:12 AM
Hi Brooksy
The probe and pin is yes too small. But on exam moving from the probe to examine the breach. It shows a small area inside the mouth, before the lands start a small gouge. A small portion of metal has been raised. It is this that stops the probe forming any measure of seal.How or what could cause such a wound is beyond my reasoning. So on the bench and fine application of Swiss file, the problem is removed. Accuracy and performance is spot on, with an adequate seal at probe.Job done.
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: KevG on December 13, 2024, 04:18:32 PM
nice work m8
kevG
Title: Re: Obtain a pellet probe for a FAC .22 Mk2 Rapid
Post by: Brooksy on December 17, 2024, 06:54:59 PM
Very good. I'm pleased you've managed to put it to good use.