Today?s players don?t put a shroud over the front hoses. Eclipse Blue. Photos by Skirmish.com.
Ever wonder about those little clear air tubes on the Cocker's front block? Why are there parts out in the open, where they can get hit, or catch on something? Shouldn't there be a cover over all that?
Here's the answer. The little air tubes on the front of the Autococker are air transfer tubes! The tubes take air from the LPR (Low Pressure Regulator) to the 3-way (manual or electronic) and then to the ram. The parts out on the front can get snagged on branches and twigs but, under normal use, you will not damage anything. My own personal marker was shot several times in the hoses at 290 fps at under two feet as I was bunkered--with no damage to the hoses.
The Autococker had a shroud cover over the front components from 1985-2002. Then WGP (Worr Game Products) did not see a need for a shroud, as so many Autocockers had found their way onto the speedball fields where there was nothing to catch the hoses or for them to hang up on. The front parts and the hoses are almost indestructible. I say "almost" because odd things do sometimes happen.
Loose Barrel Q: What can I do if my Autococker barrel comes loose when I'm shooting? Can this happen with any kind of marker that has a screw in barrel?
A: My personal markers have not ever had this problem, but my sons' markers have. What we have done over the past 11 years is simply put a urethane 0-15 bottle o-ring on the barrel and screw the barrel back onto the marker. Now, you will have to stretch the o-ring over the barrel and threads. It is a tight fit. One o-ring on a single barrel has lasted me for years. Yes, this problem can happen with any screw-in barrel marker. Just try the bottle o-ring. I'm sure you will be pleasantly surprised. If you ever tear the o-ring, then just install another and lube it. This should help to solve this common problem. Good luck.
They?re inside the world of Autocockers at the WGP booth.
What is a micro-line, and what is a macro-line?
A: A micro-line has an outside diameter of 5/32 inch, and an inside diameter of around .070 inch. A macro-line has an outside diameter of 1/4 inch, and an inside diameter of around .100 inch. You can see the volume is greater through the macro-line, allowing greater ease in running low pressure. Although a difference of .030 inch does not sound like much you can still get about twice the volume.
Wake Up the Trilogy Q: Can I put the Eclipse E-Blade on my new Trilogy Sport?
A: Congratulations on the purchase of your new Trilogy Sport. Yes, you can get the Eclipse E-Blade for it but you better hurry as they stopped making the E-Blade. Eclipse says they will continue to warranty these units. I have installed E-Blades on the Trilogy before, and it really wakes the Trilogy up, really fast! The "eye" can be installed, hopefully by a trained air tech. You will have to switch to HPA (high pressure air), and it's a great idea to buy a regulator. Have the tech set the pressure for you and install it along with the macro-line kit. I would set the reg at around 500psi for the Trilogy Sport only because the valve is a little restricted and can't run effectively at lower pressures.
Waiting for the shot! To get the most shots per fill, the regulator needs to be set at the right psi.
I have a question about my Reflex Autococker. I had to recently replace the P.E. regulator because of it leaking. I bought a CP reg and set the regulator pressure at 250psi. Should I set it higher or lower? Also, is there a break-in period on a new reg to get it set where the fps doesn't jump around? Thanks for any info you can provide and take care. APG is great and helps to promote our sport in a positive way so that we'll be assured of being able to play for years to come.
A: Yes, most regulators have a break-in period, usually around a case of paint (2000 paintballs). Make sure to oil the reg, as this will also help with consistency. The pressure I run in my own Cocker is 350psi. This allows me 1200-plus shots out of a 68ci 4500psi bottle. When I was trying to go with a lower psi, around 200-250psi, I found my own marker to be a horrible gas hog, but at 350psi it worked great, and shot the full length of the tournament fields where I practiced (SC Village in Corona, California). I believe you can get new o-rings for your P.E. reg and simply rebuild it as good as new.
My Barrels Q: Which barrel and paint do you recommend?
A: I've had a lot of great barrels, such as the Dye Titanium Boomstick, the OTP G3 3-barrel system, the SM-1 barrel system, Stone Cold 1, and more. I personally have had great success using several paints, and just because I don't mention others don't think I'm saying they are not as good. It's just I've had such great experiences with these paints that I didn't see a need to change. Diablo, Zap, WPN, Evil, and if you are a mid-back player try the Hellfire. It breaks on everything!
Speed Adjusting Q: What do you recommend for pressures on the Autococker?
A: If you have a local air tech, have him or her help you with the vertical regulator pressure. On the 2000 and later Autococker models, this pressure should be about 350psi. On the 1999 and earlier Autocockers, the reg is best set about 500psi.
Jerry Montgomery
Send your questions to co2@actionpursuitgames.com. Jerry is a premiere airsmith in Southern California, considered by many as the foremost 'Cocker Doctor in the country and an expert on the operation of all markers. He calls home I&I Sports in Carson, California (www.iisports.com). 
