Can someone explain barrel wobble?

StRiCkEn · August 21st, 2007, 20:59

Hey there, I'm thinking of getting a TM SR-16, but I've heard that "barrel wobble" plagues many of the armalite series weapons from any company. Can someone explain what this is to me? How big of an issue is it? Can it be fixed?

My friend is considering buying a TM G3 SG1, will barrel wobble be an issue with that weapon as well?

Ronan · August 21st, 2007, 21:08

I only heard barrel wobble and TM associated togethere.

BooKoo · August 21st, 2007, 21:13

Barrel wobble is just a problem that is a part of a design flaw on Tokyo Marui's part. They have two piece barrels, however they did correct it with the "new type" series of M4's. As far as your friend and the g3 sg1 goes, he need not worry. Its as solid as a rock no barrel wobble (and a nice AEG to boot) .

StRiCkEn · August 21st, 2007, 21:14

Alright thats nice to hear. Thanks a bunch for the answer

StRiCkEn · August 21st, 2007, 21:22

How much of an issue would it be with the SR-16? It's nice to hear that they have improved on the "New Type", but I'd really like to get something I can put a large type battery in.

Or, would you have any suggestions as to what would be a good other AEG that uses Large type batteries?

On second thought, I don't know crap about batteries and how they affect an AEG's rof, amount of play usable on one charge. Care to shed some light about that?

Greylocks · August 21st, 2007, 21:51

One thing you could do: check out the websites of big airsoft stores, see the models that use Large batteries (they last longer), study each model's pros and cons, go see them at games, and then make up your mind.

At the same time, you can get your age verified.

There's also the Reviews section of this site.

StRiCkEn · August 21st, 2007, 22:00

What do you mean "study the pros and cons" - there is no information giving pros and cons of batteries.

My age is already verified, but like however many other people, it has not been updated.

As for the review section, I'll check it out more. So far all I've found is a review on a 9.6v 2200mah, but it doesn't really help me out much since I don't know much about the differences between batteries.

edit: Err, can you get 9.6v small type batteries? What kind of mah rating might they have?

Nik12 · August 21st, 2007, 22:08

Various Pros: Big battery capacity, long barrel, good for CQB, accessory rails, high rof, impressive stock fps, etc

Various cons: Smal battery capacity, short barrel, bad for CQB, no accessory rails, lower rof, lacking stock fps, etc

Greylocks · August 21st, 2007, 23:02

If you study the models that interest you by using criterias that fit your needs, you wind up finding out the pros and cons.

I even wrote an article in the FAQ on how to choose a gun, it's stickied. It may help you along with the other stuff already written.

Large type batteries are bulkyer but they have far more amperage and are easy to find. They last longer too. Small or Mini batteries have more limitations, but fit in guns better.

If what is written does not help you, then your only other choice is to go see the guns in person at an event.

Skladfin · August 21st, 2007, 23:22

I wrote how to fix the problem in my TM M4A1 review. Basically the same thing as SR-16 anyways.

http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthread.php?t=41659

StRiCkEn · August 22nd, 2007, 07:30

Thanks again, for the help. Sorry if it seemed I was asking questions that have been asked many times before, I'm just excited to get involved in the whole airsoft world. It's a lack of patience and too much laziness on my part.

If I were to get an SR-16, would I have to modify the space in the stock at all to make room for a 9.6v battery?

Gerkraz · August 22nd, 2007, 08:21

No. The SR-16 solid stock is hollow and has a port on the back. You open the port, drop the battery in and close it. It fits a large type battery, so it should fit any smaller battery with no problem.

Greylocks · August 22nd, 2007, 10:29

Again, I strongly suggest you go to a game BEFORE buying anything. Then you can see what works, why it works, and answer all those questions you have by seeing the things in person.

Relax, breathe, read a lot. Nobody here likes to repeat what is already written.

Skladfin · August 22nd, 2007, 17:15

Quote:

Originally Posted by StRiCkEn

Thanks again, for the help. Sorry if it seemed I was asking questions that have been asked many times before, I'm just excited to get involved in the whole airsoft world. It's a lack of patience and too much laziness on my part.

If I were to get an SR-16, would I have to modify the space in the stock at all to make room for a 9.6v battery?

No, you can't.

But YOU CAN however, buy a AN/PEQ2 Laser battery box and put the battery in there.

http://www.wgcshop.com/pcart/shopper...Battery%20Pack

those fit on 20mm rails which is already on the SR-16

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August 21st, 2007, 20:59	#1
StRiCkEn Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Can someone explain barrel wobble? Hey there, I'm thinking of getting a TM SR-16, but I've heard that "barrel wobble" plagues many of the armalite series weapons from any company. Can someone explain what this is to me? How big of an issue is it? Can it be fixed? My friend is considering buying a TM G3 SG1, will barrel wobble be an issue with that weapon as well?

August 21st, 2007, 22:00	#7
StRiCkEn Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	What do you mean "study the pros and cons" - there is no information giving pros and cons of batteries. My age is already verified, but like however many other people, it has not been updated. As for the review section, I'll check it out more. So far all I've found is a review on a 9.6v 2200mah, but it doesn't really help me out much since I don't know much about the differences between batteries. edit: Err, can you get 9.6v small type batteries? What kind of mah rating might they have? Last edited by StRiCkEn; August 21st, 2007 at 22:03..

August 21st, 2007, 22:08	#8
Nik12 Trader rating Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Toronto	Various Pros: Big battery capacity, long barrel, good for CQB, accessory rails, high rof, impressive stock fps, etc Various cons: Smal battery capacity, short barrel, bad for CQB, no accessory rails, lower rof, lacking stock fps, etc __________________ G19 Out of Sport. Have Fun!

August 21st, 2007, 21:13	#3
BooKoo Trader rating Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: BC (Dont be hating)	Barrel wobble is just a problem that is a part of a design flaw on Tokyo Marui's part. They have two piece barrels, however they did correct it with the "new type" series of M4's. As far as your friend and the g3 sg1 goes, he need not worry. Its as solid as a rock no barrel wobble (and a nice AEG to boot) .

August 21st, 2007, 21:14	#4
StRiCkEn Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Alright thats nice to hear. Thanks a bunch for the answer

August 21st, 2007, 21:22	#5
StRiCkEn Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	How much of an issue would it be with the SR-16? It's nice to hear that they have improved on the "New Type", but I'd really like to get something I can put a large type battery in. Or, would you have any suggestions as to what would be a good other AEG that uses Large type batteries? On second thought, I don't know crap about batteries and how they affect an AEG's rof, amount of play usable on one charge. Care to shed some light about that?

August 21st, 2007, 21:51	#6
Greylocks Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Gatineau, Quebec (Near Ottawa)	One thing you could do: check out the websites of big airsoft stores, see the models that use Large batteries (they last longer), study each model's pros and cons, go see them at games, and then make up your mind. At the same time, you can get your age verified. There's also the Reviews section of this site.

August 21st, 2007, 23:02	#9
Greylocks Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Gatineau, Quebec (Near Ottawa)	If you study the models that interest you by using criterias that fit your needs, you wind up finding out the pros and cons. I even wrote an article in the FAQ on how to choose a gun, it's stickied. It may help you along with the other stuff already written. Large type batteries are bulkyer but they have far more amperage and are easy to find. They last longer too. Small or Mini batteries have more limitations, but fit in guns better. If what is written does not help you, then your only other choice is to go see the guns in person at an event.

August 21st, 2007, 23:22	#10
Skladfin Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Glace Bay, Nova Scotia	I wrote how to fix the problem in my TM M4A1 review. Basically the same thing as SR-16 anyways. http://www.airsoftcanada.com/showthread.php?t=41659

August 22nd, 2007, 07:30	#11
StRiCkEn Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Thanks again, for the help. Sorry if it seemed I was asking questions that have been asked many times before, I'm just excited to get involved in the whole airsoft world. It's a lack of patience and too much laziness on my part. If I were to get an SR-16, would I have to modify the space in the stock at all to make room for a 9.6v battery?

August 22nd, 2007, 08:21	#12
Gerkraz Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: St. John's, Newfoundland	No. The SR-16 solid stock is hollow and has a port on the back. You open the port, drop the battery in and close it. It fits a large type battery, so it should fit any smaller battery with no problem.

August 22nd, 2007, 10:29	#13
Greylocks Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Gatineau, Quebec (Near Ottawa)	Again, I strongly suggest you go to a game BEFORE buying anything. Then you can see what works, why it works, and answer all those questions you have by seeing the things in person. Relax, breathe, read a lot. Nobody here likes to repeat what is already written.

Can someone explain barrel wobble?

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