From crap to decent (help wanted)

[Wantabe_Warrior]

I’m looking at upgrading my Skeleton Sidearms P226 and have some questions. Really what I want to do is to get a full 25/26 rounds off in a single gas fill.
1) Is the SS226 a clone of the TM P226? Just need some reconfirmation.
2) What would be the most efficient upgrades? I’m looking at a TM replacement ABS slide and frame and TM Mags for starters.
3) What else should I looking at to buy to upgrade my pistol?

I don't have to much funds, and I can’t get another pistol (not AV’ed yet). If it breaks a rule to answer a question, DON’T answer, I don’t want to get anybody in trouble. Any help would be appreciated, Thanks.

[Styrak]

The best upgrade to the SS P226 is to throw it in the garbage and buy a decent P226 like a KJW or TM. Seriously, it's the worst pistol I've ever seen, and the pistol with the most issues I've ever seen.

It may be partially TM compatible but I know for sure it's not 100%.

[Wantabe_Warrior]

Thanks for the input, BUT I'm waiting for AV status and the ability to buy a TM pistol. I've used my pistol in games more than my rifle, so I want to make more gas efficient.

[Strelok]

You can't.

Seriously.

[theshaneler]

i have had a look at a couple of these pistols and they are really really really (really) crappy.

a local retailer used to sell them and stopped because every unit they sold came back broken within 2 months of the sale.

dont put money into a crappy gun, just save it till you get AVed and then buy something worth while!

[Wantabe_Warrior]

I got the pistol for free, and I've gotten more use out of the pistol than my SRC rifle. The only problem I have had with my pistol is a spring popped out (easy fix), and the poor gas consumption (working on it). I read that heavy metal slides and poor tolerances use up alot of gas so would a TM ABS Slide & Frame (http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/tokyo-mar...-p226-gbb.html) improve gas efficiency? I'm about a year out from my AV status and I'm try to save money for when I get access to the AV section.

[R.I.T.Z]

the slide may make it through but the frame won't
plus the gun is not 100% tm compatible so you may be throwing your money away if you buy it.
best save and wait the year.

[DEATH2000]

I love my TM P226. Its is very well mad and has lasted me since 2007. Honestly, the SS ones do suck. I know a few people here who have them that have replaced the mag 3+ times or have scrapped the gun altogether. From a PP26 owner and fan, do yourself the favour and buy a TM one (used, if you can find one) or a KWA one. The KWA ones are full metal and are pretty well made and solid guns. A KWA or TM P226 are the ONLY ones i will ever buy! Take this advice from people who have them and have had them for years. The KJW ones are okay, but i find the mags leak constantly. I have a KJW mag and it leaks all the time.

[HKGhost]

Don't waste your money trying to make that gun better. If I were you, I'd look for ways to make it more gas efficient without spending a dime on it. Reseal the mag, polish the rails, make sure the internals are spotless and everything that moves is polished or has a very smooth surface. All of this you can do on your own and won't cost you a dime, just time.

P.S. if you have to, look for ways to make the slide lighter. Drill some holes, make some ports, remove material as needed. Just don't fuck it up.

[Wantabe_Warrior]

Thank for the input guys. I don't trust my skill and knowledge with internals, I'll need to arrange sometime with the local gunsmith. I'll looking a TM MEU and a CNC'ed Kimber (desert) Warrior Metal kit, plus internals for later.