Tippmann A-5 Operator Group User CP Contact Us FAQ Search Register
Tippmann A-5 Operator Group
 

Go Back   Tippmann A-5 Operator Group > Other Markers and Equipment Section > Gear

Gear Post about Air Systems, Barrels, Hoppers, Masks and Paint here.

Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1 (permalink)  
Old 10-16-2007, 07:01 AM
derf's Avatar
derf derf is offline
Editor
 
Join Date: Oct 2006
Posts: 1,010
Points: 618
Power: 25
derf is a name known to allderf is a name known to allderf is a name known to allderf is a name known to allderf is a name known to allderf is a name known to all
Lightbulb DIY Swivel Bipod

The problem with normal bipods such as those that connect to a weaver rail is that when you hit the floor, you risk loosening/damaging the barrel/shroud of your A5. Not only that, but using a fixed bipod restricts your aiming movement on whatever you're leaning on.

The solution is a swivelling bipod but they aren't common to come across, especially outside the US, and they aren't cheap. So the half-way solution is a DIY swivel adaptor for a clamp bipod, such as the JCS one using a front sight post such as the Opsgear one.

1. The opsgear front sight post is flush with the barrel in this case, so we will have to file down the appropriate edge.

2. You'll need to hunt down a piece of metal pipe with the right diameter and thickness and then cut it to a suitable length so it fits inside the front sight post.

3. Slip the ring on and it should freely rotate. Now simply clamp the bipod onto the ring.

Reply With Quote
  #2 (permalink)  
Old 10-16-2007, 08:06 AM
Big Daddy's Avatar
Big Daddy Big Daddy is offline
Low Speed, High Drag
Become a A5OG Supporting Member


 
Join Date: Sep 2006
Posts: 1,153
Points: 1398
Power: 41
Big Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud ofBig Daddy has much to be proud of
Re: DIY Swivel Bipod

Honestly, it is not something I would use, but it is a very cool idea. I love the ingenuity!

Kudos to you!

__________________
Quote:
Originally Posted by tybalt762
If you're hit, you're out. You don't make a judgment call. That's honor.
Whether helping my team take a hill, a new player with equipment failure, or helping you to the dead zone, I hear the call to service and I answer. I am an Operator.
Reply With Quote
  #3 (permalink)  
Old 01-10-2008, 09:28 PM
Twigz's Avatar
Twigz Twigz is offline
Banned
 
Join Date: Dec 2007
Posts: 1,524
Points: 987
Power: 0
Twigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to beholdTwigz is a splendid one to behold
Re: DIY Swivel Bipod

i wish i could do this but its a nice idea anyway...
Reply With Quote
Reply


Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

vB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On



All times are GMT -4. The time now is 03:23 PM.
vBSkinworks


Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.5.4
Copyright ©2000 - 2008, Jelsoft Enterprises Ltd.
SEO by vBSEO 3.0.0 - Tippmann A-5 Operator Group -



1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69