Buy a new Ram???

[RavE]

What does the Ram do? would it be good to upgrade it or is it fine stock???

[Silent Knight]

the ram controls the pump arm, which is a key component when the gun re-cocks. The stock ram is fine. There is little difference between stock, and aftermarket rams.

[ry_goody]

The stock ram is the same the STO ram, except the STO one is shiny. It works just fine and is very reliable. However there are rams that offer very slight performance increases. Like the Shocktech ram is slightly longer than a standard ram. This makes the bolt stay open longer, open bigger and decrease ball breakage. But the difference were talking about here is so small I don't think its really worth the $30 unless you've upgraded everything else on your cocker already.

[DasBaldDog]

If you plan on making your cocker a LP gun, and when I say LP I mean under 350 psi, then you will NEED a high flow ram, which the stock ram, the STO and the ANS ram are NOT. THe only High Flow Ram worths it's money is the shocktech ram. It allows for twice the gas flow over the stock/sto and 1/2 more than the ANS. This also allows it to recock slightly faster, making short strokes less frequent. If you have any questions on Rams or any other cocker parts, feel free to IM or PM me.

[Silent Knight]

... then yes. Bust as far as his set up now, and the question he is asking, then the stock ram is fine. But yea if your planning on going the sub 300psi range, then you'll want to reduce friction and get the smoothest cycling possible.

[DasBaldDog]

A 2k1 or 2k is perfectly fine. A 99 is good, anything before should be replaced.

[HellBlazer]

lol, I say any stock ram on 99 and below should be upgraded, if your running a super LP set up or not. The stock ram on the 2K1+ cockers serve their purpose good enough for me. I have no problems, my marker operates at about 325psi. The stock ram functions with out problems. I don't plan on running like 250psi though. It's not like I chop paint now, and my gun works great as is.

[DasBaldDog]

After having seen a stock 2k1 and a Shocktech ram disassembled, I can tell you without a doubt that the SHocktech ram has nearly twice the volume inside of the stock 2k1, allowing for greater air flow.

[RavE]

ok sweet thanks to you all for your input:)

[Byte]

Your pnuematics regulator determines what psi your ram functions at. You guys keep talking about inline reg psi. If you going to offer help(which is great, get the operation down first) Theres alot of misunderstanding on this board. Im not trying to be a "know it all" Im just trying to help out and identify misinformation.

[ShadowKi][er]

They know that. They're not talking about the front reg...They're talking about wich RAM has the highest flow. They're talking about operating pressure, cos you need a high flow ram for low pressure.

[Byte]

Originally posted by HellBlazer
The stock ram on the 2K1+ cockers serve their purpose good enough for me. I have no problems, my marker operates at about 325psi. The stock ram functions with out problems. I don't plan on running like 250psi though. It's not like I chop paint now, and my gun works great as is.
Originally posted by DasBaldDog
If you plan on making your cocker a LP gun, and when I say LP I mean under 350 psi, then you will NEED a high flow ram, which the stock ram, the STO and the ANS ram are NOT. THe only High Flow Ram worths it's money is the shocktech ram. It allows for twice the gas flow over the stock/sto and 1/2 more than the ANS. This also allows it to recock slightly faster, making short strokes less frequent. If you have any questions on Rams or any other cocker parts, feel free to IM or PM me.
Originally posted by Silent Knight
... then yes. Bust as far as his set up now, and the question he is asking, then the stock ram is fine. But yea if your planning on going the sub 300psi range, then you'll want to reduce friction and get the smoothest cycling possible.
So your saying these were partial responses? I could understand that. Its just not very clear and could cuz some confusion. I sounds like all three of them think inline reg pressure dictates ram operating pressure. Maybe its just me.......

[ShadowKi][er]

Oh, Just looked at my reply and it seemed pretty blunt:). No offense meant.

[DasBaldDog]

You would need to adjust your front reg to get a lower cocking pressure, yes.

[Byte]

Hey no problem, thanx for the reply.

[Silent Knight]

I thinks it's just you!

[Byte]

O...k.... :rolleyes:

[autocockerdude]

ok,. the sto ram is not as stiff or heavy as the stock ram, the sto rams throw is much lighter and smoother than the stock ram, and the shocktech ram is what I have now but the sto ram has a tad bit lighter and smoother action, and it is the best for low pressure gun's why do you think they use them on the free flow autocockers.

[ShadowKi][er]

Think I might put my input here. The STO ram is the best for the money, really. It works just as well or better as many other rams, and is very durable. I haven't had any problems with mine, and neither have my mates.

[Byte]

I agree, the STO ram is superb. Very light smooth action.