The Comprehensive Thread on the Tippmann LPK

[Jaron]

Originally Posted by JackRock

Yeah, sorry to be the bearer of bad news. I have spent many a day researching the possibilities of removing or rearranging the volumizer to provide for a better looking setup. I even asked UMS if there was any sort of a mag kit that could cover it up. So far, nothing has come to light.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but structurally speaking isn't the volumizer basically an x-chamber only with a larger void inside? I've seen mags that attach directly into the tombstone well that act as x-chambers, I imagine it would be a relatively simple thing to make one with sufficient room inside to be a volumizer too. I just don't know how much something like that would cost since it would most likely be a custom order. Hmm, I wonder what FlatlinesUP or AirH0g would say to this, if they haven't thought of it already.

[JackRock]

More or less, that's the idea. It's little more than a specific-volume chamber to increase the volume of air the marker can readily use.

If somebody can make this and mil-sim it...I'll be first in line to buy.

[Jaron]

I sent a PM off to the resident metal mutilators, FLUP and AirH0g. I don't know if something like this has been asked before, but I'm sure they could figure out how to make one. I don't have much interest in mags, but if they could make something like a SpecOps A2 forestock that could house a volumizer and possibly a paired Palmer Stab inside, I'd be willing to pay for it.

[bmcblkknight]

JackRock,
Excellent guide - one question regarding the "modified valve and rear bolts" is there any value and/or have you upgraded these or are these stock parts what you should stick with. Example i have heard good things about this - Rufus Dawg Tippmann A-5 Wicked Venturi Bolts but wasn't sure if this woudl cause more issues than benefits. thanks

[Jaron]

The modified bolt in the LPK is the rear bolt, or hammer, that impacts the valve pin. The Rufus Dawg bolt is the front bolt that chambers the paintball. The reason the hammer has to be lighter is because with the change in air volume and pressure, the hammer must be lighter to properly oscillate during the firing cycle. This thread has lots more info on aftermarket front bolts.

[JackRock]

The modified valve and rear bolt are necessary to allow more air to flow freely through the chambers at a higher speed. The lighter bolt, as Jaron posted, is to reduce inertia at the "bounce back" against the valve spring.

As for bolts, if you see the link that Jaron posted, I'd suggest just sticking with the stock bolt. Seems the best bang for your buck, and probably one of the two best in performance, overall.

[recoil]

I've got a possible question for the list. If you wish to add it to the initial post, feel free re-word this as you see fit.

With the LPK, a regulator is required. Does that mean that you no longer use or need the regulator built into the stock A5? The one that you turn to change your FPS? All regulators that I have seen come with their own adjustability. I would think doing this would render the one that came standard on the marker moot. Or at least that you would keep it opened up as much as possible and do the real tuning with your newer regulator.

This point has always confused me. Thanks

[Jaron]

Originally Posted by recoil

With the LPK, a regulator is required. Does that mean that you no longer use or need the regulator built into the stock A5? The one that you turn to change your FPS? All regulators that I have seen come with their own adjustability. I would think doing this would render the one that came standard on the marker moot. Or at least that you would keep it opened up as much as possible and do the real tuning with your newer regulator.

This point has always confused me. Thanks

An A-5 does not come with a regulator. What you're referring to is the front/forward velocity adjuster, or FVA. It's simply a small bolt that sits in the path of the released gas when you fire the marker to create turbulence in the air flow. The more turbulence the slower the ball will be accelerated down the barrel. A regulator changes the actual gas pressure inside the marker which the FVA can't do. You can check my thread on regulators if you have any more questions about them.

[derf]

Can someone help me out here to interpret this?

1. Is the smaller gas feed tube needed for people who use Q-Loader and no R/T?
2. It looks like this already has a regulator built into it? Is it true? Is it removable?
3. DEAD ON - A-5 VERTICAL ADAPTER Is this just the same thing, but putting the regulator more forward?

[VagabondStarJXF]

Originally Posted by derf

Can someone help me out here to interpret this?

1. Is the smaller gas feed tube needed for people who use Q-Loader and no R/T?
2. It looks like this already has a regulator built into it? Is it true? Is it removable?
3. DEAD ON - A-5 VERTICAL ADAPTER Is this just the same thing, but putting the regulator more forward?

1. The Low Pressure Feeder Gas Line, which is the bit I assume you're talking about, is to replace the stock line to your Cyclone. It allows greater flow so that your Cyclone can cycle at the lower pressure your A5 will be at.
2. That is a volumizer, not a regulator. You'll need that in order to lower your operating pressure. You'll still need a regulator to run this kit. So, basically, you shouldn't remove it because you'll render the rest of the kit useless without it.
3. It is made by DOP for Tippmann (afaik) and is basically the vert adapter kit upgraded with all the other bits you'd need to go LP. The vert adapter basically has a sealed end where the volumiser extends from and doesn't have the rest of the stuff in the pic.

I ran one on my first A5 back in 2004 and, now that I've got an A5 again, I'm running one again. They're quite easy to use and get used to. I hope that helps.