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SpudFiles Potato Gun Commercial

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by PCGUY » Tue Oct 29, 2013 10:54 pm » in Combustion Cannons
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I've been wanting to get in some spud shooting action this fall before the weather got cold. I know it's been a while since I filmed anything for...

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thank you for creating this website is there anything i can do to help
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PVC Pipe Info

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PVC Pipe Info

PVC is used by plumbers, pool installers, and so on, and local building and construction regulations set the safety and materials...

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The Offcial Machinist Thread: Revised 01/04/2014

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This is where members who need help getting machining done to their spudgun parts. There will be some guide lines and they are as follows:...

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As my title described, 2k for modifying Daytona Recoil system to shoot Nerf darts. Full mechanical no wires no battery only HPA. If you can machine...
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Good Deals Thread

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by clemsonguy1125 » Wed Aug 11, 2010 8:01 pm
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I keep seeing good deals on ebay for cheap parts that would be great for spud guns but not the kind I build. I figured it would be a good idea to...

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$550 4500psi compressor
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Launcher Failure Analysis Log

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by Velocity » Sun Apr 15, 2007 11:28 am
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The idea behind this thread was taken directly from a sticky on the Spudtech forums, seen at I, along with several other members, believe that this...

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I never made my inside out sleeve valve because I didn't know how to use o-ring, most important of all don't try gluing them in place, second if its...
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Golf Ball Barrel FAQ

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by squeaks » Wed Jan 24, 2007 6:42 pm
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Okay, so one of the most asked about barrel is the golf ball barrel. Here are some frequently asked questions(and some unfrequent ones too).

Q: Why...

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I use pvc plugs and caps
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Ammo Ideas

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by PCGUY » Tue Apr 04, 2006 10:48 am
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I have put together a few ammo ideas for different size barrels. All pipe is PVC unless otherwise stated. If you think any ammo ideas should...

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help sorry i typed to fast
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WANTED: fridge compressor

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by Lockednloaded » Tue Jan 08, 2013 9:59 pm
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I've been searching high and low for a fridge compressor for the past year, but I've had zero success. I've driven to junk yards and up and down...

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L&L I work part time as a engineer for a Holiday Inn. We throw away mini fridges all the time due to cosmetic problems. I got no problem ripping out...
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Thu Jan 10, 2013 10:20 pm
machinists wanted for piston building

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by jsefcik » Wed Jan 09, 2013 3:13 pm

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I have been looking at some pistons that are amazing nd well machined nd with o ring grooves on them i have tryed one but out of the ones I did try...

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Try this you'll probably get a response faster :lol:

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Wed Jan 09, 2013 3:33 pm
RF controller for remote ignition

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by MrCrowley » Mon Nov 26, 2012 7:39 pm

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For those of you that are familiar with my remote ignition circuit that I used on my piston hybrid, you know it uses a doorbell circuit and relay to...

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That's what I usei in my hybrid, a remote controled 12v relay.

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Wed Jan 09, 2013 3:16 am
1000 psi Air compressor project!!

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by BigBang J » Tue Feb 01, 2011 9:42 pm
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Hey guys, Here is my first project posting, ya'll have probably been wondering if I was ever going to do anything besides ask questions :)
Well I...

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This post is 2 years old, its oil in your compressor air any moisture is from the atmosphere.
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Sat Jan 05, 2013 12:25 am
I Has Fridge Compressor But No Skillz

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by MrCrowley » Fri Mar 12, 2010 9:06 pm
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Ok I got meself a fridge compressor but I would rather not f*** it up through my lack of knowledge... Assuming it actually works anyway.

Ok well the...

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Hi I have a compressor mmm those but I have a tiny problem that happens is that some water is introduced into the air and afraid that my tank damage...
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Sat Jan 05, 2013 12:00 am
My Proprietary Fused 70mm Payloads

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by Essohbe » Sun Dec 30, 2012 12:22 pm

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My idea was originally to launch 70mm cans of food but now I'm wondering if the combustion exhaust is hot enough to ignite a fuse? I imagine it would...

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The forum rules please read them.
3.Discussion of solid propellants, explosive devices or incendiary projectiles fired specifically from a spud...

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Sun Dec 30, 2012 1:41 pm
Copper Gun Construction

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by Binary Blue » Thu Dec 27, 2012 1:33 am

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I'm currently drawing up the plans for my pneumatic QEV BB gun.

I plan on using plenty of 1/4 inch copper pipe and 1/4 inch fittings.

I would...

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Probably. Although, in my area, propane is at least ten times cheaper than butane. The big flame from a propane torch will also heat the pipes MUCH...

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Thu Dec 27, 2012 11:36 am
Pressure Rating for 3 Inch Schedule 10 Aluminum Pipe

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by grumpyoldman » Mon Dec 24, 2012 1:25 pm

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I have some 3 schedule 10 aluminum pipe. It's extruded seamless. Wall thickness is .120 inch - outside diameter is 3.5 inch. Is it safe to take it to...

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Thanks for the valuable info everyone. This is why I love spudfiles!

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Wed Dec 26, 2012 4:35 pm
Custom homemade round.

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by 8tonsemi » Mon Aug 06, 2012 10:45 am

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I made this out of an old pill container 2 washers a 1 inch end cap and a 5 1/6 bolt. It weighs about a half pound and its a perfect. fit in a sdr 21...

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Add about 3' of 1 ribbon to the back to help keep it from tumbling. The more it tumbles the less accuracy and kinetic energy downrange. In working on...

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Tue Dec 25, 2012 9:46 pm
My new ammo in r&d

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by Mr.Stark » Tue Dec 25, 2012 12:53 am

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I'm using wood first to work out the spring placement before casting in aluminum. The idea is basically a 1.5 frag 12 round non explosive. so how...

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As interesting as that sounds, such a discussion unfortunately falls foul of the forum rules :

Discussion of solid propellants, explosive devices...

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Tue Dec 25, 2012 1:41 am
BSP Thread Types?

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by Binary Blue » Sat Dec 22, 2012 9:58 pm

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Sorry for spamming up the Construction Materials thread like this.

I recently bought this QEV:

and this slide valve:

as suggested by JSR in...

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Yes, you may apply BSPP threads to BSPT fittings (or visa versa).

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Mon Dec 24, 2012 10:53 pm
Air Hoses safe to use at high pressure?

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by Binary Blue » Sat Dec 22, 2012 3:27 am
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Are air hoses like this:

safe to use at high pressures? I know they say 200PSI max pressure, but from what I've gathered form this forum, those...

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Fittings on both ends and custom lengths in even feet
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Sun Dec 23, 2012 10:18 pm
Is it safe to use PVC parts with QEV's?

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by Binary Blue » Fri Dec 21, 2012 10:22 pm

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I recently bought this QEV.

Is it safe to use PVC pipe and connectors with it? I only intend on working with pressures of a little over 100PSI at...

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Depends on who you talk to.

I - for one - maintain that PVC shouldn't be used for any part of your valving or reservoir on a pneumatic.

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Sat Dec 22, 2012 1:43 am
Supplier of BSPP parts in US?

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by JDP12 » Mon Dec 10, 2012 12:26 pm

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I'm thoroughly sick of trying to make piston valve housings out of crappy NPT threaded parts... Is there a good supplier of BSPP parts inside the...

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Given the rarity of BSP parts in the US and their corresponding high price, I would say that eBay is your best bet, even with shipping costs it will...

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Tue Dec 11, 2012 1:29 am
How to bore out pvc tee.

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by 8tonsemi » Fri Dec 07, 2012 7:07 pm

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I was wondering how I would go about boring out a pvc T for use in a piston valve. Like this
Without using a dremel.
And do you have to bore out the...

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I have that exact valve!!!! I bought it off him!!! mwhahahaha
How do you like it and did you post the gun that it's on?

its awesome,! very little...

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Sat Dec 08, 2012 12:28 pm
shrapnel

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by jackssmirkingrevenge » Sun Aug 02, 2009 1:44 am

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I have long been aware that high velocity lead striking a hard surface tends to disintegrate like a minature grenade but a recent shooting session...

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Some more intensive testing done by someone else using firearms:

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Tue Dec 04, 2012 5:00 pm
Anyone want to sell a 2inch sprinkler valve

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by 8tonsemi » Mon May 28, 2012 4:52 pm
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If you have one of these two items and willing to sell, I might purchase one from you. I can not promise you that I will buy. I'm just looking at my...

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Well, if you're interested in a brand-new Supah valve-plus (which has 2 porting), make me an offer and its yours. Check out my thread in the...
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Sat Nov 10, 2012 7:38 pm
Will this mark on the fitting effect glueing

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by 8tonsemi » Thu Nov 08, 2012 11:50 am

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Will the mark effect the glue from adhering or damage the fitting?

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Don't worry about it.. Just a little messy where it came out of the mold...

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Thu Nov 08, 2012 7:45 pm
Compressed Air Reservoir

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by SkillessNoob » Wed Oct 31, 2012 4:05 pm
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I'm interested in building a simple pneumatic cannon to use for special effects. I would use it primarily to throw dirt, flour, and other small...

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Hey JSR thats just for one ... i found you can get like 5 for 20 or something ill give you the link

... that one is like 16 dollars ... but they...
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Tue Nov 06, 2012 8:21 pm
Mcmastercarr fittings.

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by 8tonsemi » Fri Oct 19, 2012 6:06 pm

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I wanted to buy 3inch PVC fittings from mcmaster but they don't have a pressure rating for them on the sight but the say there nsf-61 certified, are...

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I'm fairly certain these are standard fittings like you'd find in Home Depot. So yes you can use them under pressure.

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Mon Oct 22, 2012 4:41 pm
Anyone tried muzzleloader bullets?

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by covey12 » Fri Oct 12, 2012 10:40 pm

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I saw these at walmart today and thought that they would make superior ballistics, especially if you could get the right rifling twist that the...

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i have tried just round balls and they go pretty good

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Sun Oct 14, 2012 6:42 pm
Aluminum High Pressure Fittings

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by grumpyoldman » Sat Sep 29, 2012 8:18 pm

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This is probably a stupid question, but do aluminum round rods have seams? Was wondering if high pressure fittings could be made from aluminum round...

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Thanks Gs. Exactly what I wanted to know.

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Sat Sep 29, 2012 11:37 pm
3/4 inch qev wanted.

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by 8tonsemi » Fri Aug 24, 2012 6:40 pm

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I'm looking for a 3/4 qev prefibitly from mccaster. I would like to if possible to pay through pay pal.

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i have used letter f the last one in the group.this is the one that is in the directions in antennalaunchers.com the only things i have changed ,is i...

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Sat Sep 29, 2012 7:53 pm
Ideas on a pistol grip styled exhaust valve.

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by warhead052 » Fri Sep 14, 2012 12:21 pm

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I've been stuck on the design part for a new rifle I would like to make, and I can't figure out how to make a pistol grip styled exhaust valve. My...

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cut up a blowgun, flip it around, epoxy pipes in both ends and make a pistol grip around it.

As a trigger just a shaped peice of metal with a pivot...

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Fri Sep 14, 2012 12:29 pm
High pressure pump.

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by warhead052 » Thu Sep 06, 2012 11:10 am
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Would it be smart to convert this to a high pressure air pump? I know its made for oil, but could it be used to compress air with the proper...

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Interesting pump on this link posted in the other thread.
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Sat Sep 08, 2012 5:02 pm

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