Talonairgun | humdinger | Activity https://talonairgunforum.com/members/humdinger/activity/ Activity feed for humdinger. Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:11:56 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 c9c3762f7d12b49645f002d5180048c0 humdinger replied to the topic Just purchased air venturi compressor in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/just-purchased-air-venturi-compressor/#post-276803 Mon, 31 Dec 2018 14:12:14 -0400 quote sandalelect:Any one know of a reliable Compressor and a company that sells them, within the Miami or Fort Lauderdale area, that way I could just pick it up my self and at least I would get the one I paid for.

My favorite compressor dealer in the entire U.S.A. is in Ft. Lauderdale. You are too lucky. His name is Carlos Kuster and he sells…Read more

]]> 031e26bdde856651a1d10afb9f6058b4 humdinger replied to the topic Carette 4500 PSI Compressor Report in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carette-4500-psi-compressor-report/page/12/#post-275116 Tue, 01 May 2018 23:24:39 -0400 Bauer 0024 is premium compressor oil. Changing oil won’t solve the problem if you’re already using this quality compressor oil already.
It sounds like you have a warranty issue. I’d contact the distributor for service or a warranty repair. After the initial 5 hour break in, oil normally does not blacken in a Carette unless something unusal is…Read more

]]> 39e79ba7166a12b03399f435e18ab83e humdinger replied to the topic Carette 4500 PSI Compressor Report in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carette-4500-psi-compressor-report/page/12/#post-275096 Sun, 29 Apr 2018 20:28:20 -0400 If you are still using the original oil supplied with the compressor then run it with no load for a few minutes to warm up the oil Drain out the oil completely by tilting the compressor in the direction of the oil window. Buy Secolube 500 from Filtertechs.com, Bauer 0019, or Royal Purple Synfilm 100 compressor oi. Your compressor is probably…Read more

]]> 6cdc2e6a25ed828b7290fda95012e31a humdinger replied to the topic mutant exploded diagram in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/mutant-exploded-diagram/#post-270906 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 12:35:02 -0400 My fill probe started leaking. The list of O-rings shown in this thread and others all say the “filling nozzle” O-ring size is 008. However, this doesn’t seem correct based upon my probe. An 008 O-ring seems to be wider than the ones on my probe. I replaced mine with 008’s and it is too tight to fit into the fill port. Anybody know the…Read more

]]> 8a3e95ea535d692bca9712d786f9ed2c humdinger replied to the topic CARRETE EARLY BIRDS HAVE YOU RECEIVED in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carrete-early-birds-have-you-received/page/2/#post-268860 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:02:29 -0400 My earlybird shipment arrived on Monday. U.S. customs is opening up many of the shipping crates for inspection . Mine had the latches pried open but there was no damage to contents or parts missing. It is an understatement to report that this is a quality compressor. After getting the Carette I sold a Bauer full sized compressor which served…Read more

]]> 8b87b6ca97b456412047993a45b51119 humdinger replied to the topic Carbon fiber tank from Ali in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carbon-fiber-tank-from-ali/page/2/#post-268265 Sun, 09 Apr 2017 15:38:37 -0400 I bought an Aliexpress 3 liter tank, Aliexpress fill valve, and a DIN 300 fill assembly. I fill all with my own compressor. The tank and accessories are all of high quality and I’m very satisfied with the purchase. I haven’t seen any Aliexpress carbon fiber tanks that had other than 18 x 1.5 neck thread. All of the fill valves I’ve seen fit…Read more

]]> 3b6440af2f8934202ed6d21bf9b11fc5 humdinger replied to the topic FX Laminate Stock Quality! in the forum FX Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/fx-laminate-stock-quality/#post-266713 Mon, 27 Feb 2017 16:55:54 -0400 I got a Streamline laminate stock from AofA which had a couple of blonde streaks in it just like yours. They disappeared in 30 seconds with a black Sharpie pen. A Sharpie cures a world of ills on scratches in blued metal parts as well as the black pepper laminate. I’ve shown my Streamline to a lot of guys at my club and they really like it. No…Read more

]]> c0b339a5689fa995406d300a714f1fdd humdinger replied to the topic Condemn on Mrod-airs's copying of Carette compressor in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/condemn-on-mrod-airs-s-copying-of-carette-compressor/#post-266149 Fri, 10 Feb 2017 15:44:20 -0400 Anyone foolish enough to order one of the “Carette clone” compressors being sold by Nimrodair is getting a 220 Volt compressor without a Pressure Maintaining valve and without the timed auto moisture release valve. But most of all, they would be buying from a company that gives no support. Whenever one of their fire saled priced P.O.S. models…Read more

]]> be6393abb999ba923e1c5769ea69574d humdinger replied to the topic KomPtec Compressors in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/komptec-compressors/#post-263786 Wed, 28 Dec 2016 16:59:02 -0400 quote Tinpan250:Cross that one off the list, 45 minute duty cycle is way too short to fill tanks, the search continues

You are comparing the run time of the KomPtec to compressors which have much lower air output. One run cycle would fill a 97 cubic foot Great White tank from zero to 4500 psi in less than 45 minutes. From then on, you would…Read more

]]> f784bd14d2f0f441084c3d775ac3a691 humdinger replied to the topic Carette 4500 PSI Compressor Report in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carette-4500-psi-compressor-report/page/4/#post-263745 Tue, 27 Dec 2016 17:28:48 -0400 quote jimiray:Is this the same compressor thats on aliexpress for $1199?? It looks about the same and the seller is using the word carette in it.
It’s the same manufacturer but the one that Guykuo is testing has an automatic timer moisture drain and PMV valve which I don’t see on the unit
being advertised on Aliexpress. I’d wait to see if the…Read more

]]> 277eee2611e08c21510caec544c11f8a humdinger replied to the topic aliexpress type pcp compressor oil?? in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/aliexpress-type-pcp-compressor-oil/#post-263310 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 16:37:16 -0400 Filtertechs.com online sells SEC0 lube 500 for $17 a quart or $54 a gallon. High grade synthetic compressor oil is not normally found other than in stores that sell or service high pressure compressors. Don’t use the oil intended for low pressure compressors as it will leave deposits and soot in a high pressure compressor.

]]> 528df37834489344539b387f141a207a humdinger replied to the topic Carette 4500 PSI Compressor Report in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carette-4500-psi-compressor-report/page/2/#post-263037 Mon, 12 Dec 2016 17:22:33 -0400 Guykuo, would you tell us the weight of this compressor including oil and coolant? I’d like to know how it compares to your Bauer Jr. in the portability department.

]]> 5e6cec679e57bfcbc438705b54bcbd30 humdinger replied to the topic Carette 4500 PSI Compressor Report in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carette-4500-psi-compressor-report/#post-262383 Thu, 01 Dec 2016 23:25:57 -0400 quote LarryW22:Dear guykuo, is there a need for a ransom collection???

Amen. I was beginning to think I was the only one who felt this way.

]]> 0d91464df78b76415ddad209874ebca6 humdinger replied to the topic (Carette 4500PSI Air compressor） in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/carette-4500psi-air-compressor/page/6/#post-260879 Mon, 07 Nov 2016 19:29:23 -0400 It is unimaginable to me that this test was agreed to in this thread by Guykuo on Jun.11, and here we are on November 7, and all we are hearing is crickets chirping. Where is the compressor, Sincere?

]]> ab0adfc1223a23fbf44e40df3a2afd6a humdinger replied to the topic Altaros Compressor in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/altaros-compressor/page/4/#post-259933 Mon, 17 Oct 2016 23:40:34 -0400 Google the Dewalt D15546 compressor. It is oilless and puts out 5.1 cfm at 90 psi. They can be purchased for $269 online. Besides its generous output capacity, another benefit from this compressor is that it runs much quieter than most small compressors. It is rated at less than 80 decibels when running. I used to have a Shoebox and…Read more

]]> 043d094787a79740ff68457e97ba8e2d humdinger replied to the topic Altaros Compressor in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/altaros-compressor/#post-258553 Tue, 13 Sep 2016 19:35:06 -0400 This could possibly be a Shoebox alternative if it performs as advertised. IMO, Altaros isn’t doing themselves any favors by packaging this
product inside of an inexpensive plastic toolbox instead of manufacturing a decent enclosure for it. Judging by the insides, the value of this
compressor is in it’s simplicity it performs as advertised and…Read more

]]> df275f01ba930469b0268903b3acc133 humdinger replied to the topic Altaros Compressor in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/altaros-compressor/#post-258408 Sat, 10 Sep 2016 14:06:01 -0400 The air supply comes from the first stage compressor. The Altaros unit is boosting the 140 psi input from a shop compressor to 4500 psi in your tank.

]]> 7b8e2f930084c59479bf71d5f7b74aa0 humdinger replied to the topic Neil Clague LDC = BAD Experience in the forum Shrouds and Moderators https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/neil-clague-ldc-bad-experience/#post-258316 Wed, 07 Sep 2016 15:04:29 -0400 Neil Clague has built five LDC’s for me in the past and all of his products have been made to a standard that equals factory made. When I did have a problem with one he courteously and promptly fixed the issue at no additional charge to me. There are variations in manufactured PCP’s and LDC’s have to be made to exacting specifications or they…Read more

]]> c19cc9e37e55d130fc75ec43579651c0 humdinger replied to the topic Michal Osyda walnut Mutant stock in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/michal-osyda-walnut-mutant-stock/#post-255831 Sun, 03 Jul 2016 10:31:20 -0400 quote foxback:Looks very nice dinger.
You must have been the guy, who just sold off his
Taipan stock on the yellow form then. 🙄
Yes it was.

]]> 2b16d57ceea9479d52067e019aa1186b humdinger replied to the topic Michal Osyda walnut Mutant stock in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/michal-osyda-walnut-mutant-stock/#post-255816 Sat, 02 Jul 2016 22:16:45 -0400 quote REARSPROCKET:Wow that is sweeeeet ! Congrats, what is the other option for shipping that eliminates the Black Hole ? I want one for my Shorty.
FeDEx

]]> dc0c71c8dc996c16ddbea1d35d1ec259 humdinger replied to the topic Mutant gets roasted on FX channel in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/mutant-gets-roasted-on-fx-channel/page/2/#post-241845 Tue, 22 Dec 2015 20:39:30 -0400 quote :Anyone who reads the lead post by “Sergey” should be able to read between the lines. He has 2 posts starting on December 20th. And look who chimes in on this thread right behind him. Tactical. This is a rehash in a new thread of the same drivel bashing Taipan from the
same people with the same agenda. I think “Sergey” is a phony identit…Read more

]]> 86c51932c1f6175e3ad9c6b3f4a1df8e humdinger replied to the topic Refinished Taipan Mutant Standard (pics) in the forum Taipan Air Rifles https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/refinished-taipan-mutant-standard-pics/#post-234522 Sat, 22 Aug 2015 14:38:42 -0400 Thanks, Keyser. You turned a turd into a stock you can be proud of. When I used to strip stocks I was using Strip-eze which ate up the rubber gloves I wore for protection much faster than it removed old stock finish. Your stock stripper looks to be the same type of stripper I had been using. One of my favorite discoveries is using…Read more

]]> 9c3024344bd02717a452a9a57acddf7a humdinger replied to the topic Compressor Meter Hours in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/compressor-meter-hours/#post-233232 Thu, 06 Aug 2015 00:32:28 -0400 Today I installed the hour meter on my Bauer Utilus compressor. I plugged the hour meter into a wall socket and let it run for 3 hours to match the amount of time that the compressor has been run it since its last oil and air filter change. This is a super nice addition and will perform the same function as the $600 accessory from Bauer. This…Read more

]]> aa53feb4b8ea17e7330b081c9a6eac90 humdinger replied to the topic Compressor Meter Hours in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/compressor-meter-hours/#post-232249 Fri, 24 Jul 2015 21:15:04 -0400 Great idea Merou and thanks. I already ordered this identical unit off of Ebay for my Bauer Utilus. This sure beats trying to guess how many hours are on the filter and oil changes. I didn’t realize they were so cheap and easy to install.

]]> 9778406b87640641a2ef583c82ae7515 humdinger replied to the topic Just got my Shelden 2.4cfm in the forum Compressors, tanks and pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/just-got-my-shelden-2-4cfm/#post-223657 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 15:49:32 -0400 quote tbrady:Does anyone have detailed pictures of the Sheldon 2.4 compressor or know if it can be run on 110 house current? Thank You.

Just go to http://www.sheldensportinggoods.com and look for the Be2-4v1 compressor listed for $1600 on the website for photos and specifications. The motor on this compressor can be wired for either 220V or…Read more

]]> f6af104491daa786d11cf7833d687fb1 humdinger replied to the topic Vulcan in the forum Airgun Technology https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/vulcan-d36/#post-220141 Wed, 25 Feb 2015 16:17:47 -0400 Total waste of time. Not only is it not in English, he doesn’t do anything informative in the video. Real snoozer.

]]> 746be4bda9a4429c5f2994e5e7ed90ee humdinger replied to the topic New Daystate Bullpup in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/new-daystate-bullpup/page/4/#post-218113 Tue, 27 Jan 2015 14:39:59 -0400 I think Daystate was swayed by feedback from AofA regarding the success of the Bobcat and tried to copy it. I think the Bobcat craze has already waned as the market is starting to get saturated with more and more companies offering bullpups in the U.S., which can only drive prices down. The fugly design, the 8.2 lb.weight, the absence of a…Read more

]]> 47a47d3e1df823d5554a841f53a67d35 humdinger replied to the topic Compressor Recommendations and alternatives in the forum Compressors, Tanks and Pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/compressor-recommendations-and-alternatives/#post-216342 Wed, 31 Dec 2014 16:33:59 -0400 Anyone who is scared off from buying a lightly used or refurbished Bauer or a Shelden based Davey compressor because of this thread is making a big mistake. Even comparing an Omega to a Bauer is apples and oranges. The only reason there have been fewer posts about Omega failures is because there are so few in service. The first Raptor (later…Read more

]]> a4347064c76f0f854698c1a8ed2bb61c humdinger replied to the topic Compressor Recommendations and alternatives in the forum Compressors, Tanks and Pumps https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/compressor-recommendations-and-alternatives/#post-216234 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 01:14:25 -0400 quote SECoda:How are you related to this compressor seller? Seriously, this post is close enough to selling them that at a minimum you need 15 posts to sell and then it would really belong in the for sale section. Nice try though.

So because I recommend options different from your Raptor/Omega, that constitutes selling? Do you get a commission…Read more

]]> 3ad8349c84a84b506d8c8b61077f1393 humdinger replied to the topic PCP nice cheap shooting sport to get into in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/pcp-nice-cheap-shooting-sport-to-get-into/#post-214478 Sat, 29 Nov 2014 14:52:48 -0400 If my only option was a $38 fill, I’d at least consider a Shoebox compressor. Over the years I’ve tried everything except a hand pump. When I began shooting PCP’s about 12 years ago my first tank was a 100CF aluminum scuba tank. It was a heavy at 40 lbs. and only could hold 3,300 psi. From there I went to an 88CF carbon fiber tank at…Read more

]]> b113a2ca3da192e8ed213246e8c9f167 humdinger replied to the topic Raptor On Order.... in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/raptor-on-order/page/3/#post-202869 Sat, 03 May 2014 13:39:04 -0400 The Chinese factory that makes the compressor that is being imported into the U.S. by Raptor Pneumatics also makes several other similar models. One uses the same mechanical components but instead of housing it in a computer style case it is just enclosed in a tubular frame. The other model looks identical to the RaptorOmega but uses a digital…Read more

]]> 4d21b7238eb79718a8f398e36a5b5898 humdinger replied to the topic Raptor On Order.... in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/raptor-on-order/#post-198313 Sun, 09 Mar 2014 23:02:37 -0400 Airetex compressors are built in Dallas, Texas using a 3 stage cast iron cylinder head which is manufactured in Turkey by Alkin.
There is nothing from China, nor Italy. It is considered a U.S. product, and the assembly process can be seen on Airetex’s website.
Knifemaker, it’s a safe guess to say that the Italian made compressor you are…Read more

]]> 197365a5050c464d55aa3432e83a085f humdinger replied to the topic Shoebox experience (anyone) in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/shoebox-experience-anyone/#post-197762 Wed, 05 Mar 2014 16:02:58 -0400 I had a Shoebox Max with belt drive and added my own internal fan. I liked it so much that I upgraded to the Freedom 8 and sold my Shoebox Max to a local air gun buddy. I have the resources to get any type of compressor and have been tempted to get a used Bauer, new Airtex 45, or a Raptor Pneumatics. The biggest reason I haven’t upgraded is…Read more

]]> 15aca9ad3c0f54f7c1d1f94e372be0de humdinger replied to the topic Another Importer of Raptor Compressor in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/another-importer-of-raptor-compressor/page/5/#post-195449 Sat, 15 Feb 2014 16:15:45 -0400 quote SECoda:I see no questions and only statements. :?[quote=”SECoda”}quote :

No questions just statements? It’s the title of my post and it’s the subject line of your reply. We are being asked to rely on an unknown U.S. importer with no information about them. Dr. Steele is the only post I’ve seen on this forum from someone who has used…Read more

]]> a55a4e79457246b9c8cd8ddc83ddf5f3 humdinger replied to the topic Another Importer of Raptor Compressor in the forum BullPup General Chat https://talonairgun.com/forums/topic/another-importer-of-raptor-compressor/page/5/#post-195376 Fri, 14 Feb 2014 18:42:23 -0400 I’ve read this entire thread and have several questions to raise about the Raptor compressor and Raptor Pneumatics. I’ve owned PCP’s for over a decade and during that time I’ve seen AofA sell the FX compressor as well as another even shorter shelf life PCP compressor. No one questions FX as a reputable company, but the FX compressor came and…Read more

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