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- Sun Feb 21, 2021 10:58 am
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: 2020 vertical jet tests
- Replies: 9
- Views: 84
Re: 2020 vertical jet tests
Ben, can you just post the formula then? Or perhaps this is already recorded somewhere in the forums. Can you point me to where this is recorded? Thank you.
- Sat Feb 20, 2021 2:44 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: 2020 vertical jet tests
- Replies: 9
- Views: 84
Re: 2020 vertical jet tests
If the theory is validated then we'll have a simple way to size nozzles in order to minimize flow rate for a given range. That'll increase how long your water will last. Is this something you could put into spreadsheet formulas and share via Google Sheets? Or Share via Google Drive if maintained in...
- Fri Jul 31, 2020 6:20 am
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: Watergun with an integrated water balloon launcher
- Replies: 10
- Views: 916
Re: Watergun with an integrated water balloon launcher
Ah! After 73 years, someone finally found a use for spent, unrecyclable Styrofoam cups!
Why Styrofoam? Does the cushioning property of the foam provide a better seal?
Why Styrofoam? Does the cushioning property of the foam provide a better seal?
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 4:15 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: Vapco PVC Spray N' Lock for PVC Homemades?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 387
Re: Vapco PVC Spray N' Lock for PVC Homemades?
That's interesting. Thank you for sharing. I appreciate how you bring new stuff to the table in your threads. For this hobby, I could see using this spray. At home, I'm not so sure. I realize that getting a 1/4-turn on the pipe after insertion is often considered a best practice, but I can't always ...
- Sat Jul 25, 2020 3:50 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: Watergun with an integrated water balloon launcher
- Replies: 10
- Views: 916
Re: Watergun with an integrated water balloon launcher
That looks like a lot of fun!
What is the sabot made from?
![Very happy [banana]](./images/smilies/soaker_banana.gif)
What is the sabot made from?
- Sun Apr 26, 2020 4:36 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: CPH Progress = Ongoing
- Replies: 2
- Views: 631
Re: CPH Progress = Ongoing
Cool. Thanks for sharing.
I couldn't get your link to the old forum to work, but I was able to view at the following link...
https://web.archive.org/web/20130403195 ... php?t=6552
EDIT: SSC forums were down. Ben corrected the issue. Your link now works.
Tim
I couldn't get your link to the old forum to work, but I was able to view at the following link...
https://web.archive.org/web/20130403195 ... php?t=6552
EDIT: SSC forums were down. Ben corrected the issue. Your link now works.
Tim
- Mon Mar 09, 2020 9:03 pm
- Forum: Water Blasters
- Topic: Super Soaker XP100 Review
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3035
Re: Super Soaker XP100 Review
CDMT, Fast Cure 5200 or regular 5200? They both have the same total cure time, but the alleged "Fast Cure" can be handled sooner. Are these your videos below? If so, can you post photos (not in this thread but in whatever thread is appropriate)? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UmkA_CAZrog https://ww...
- Mon Feb 17, 2020 9:38 am
- Forum: Water Blasters
- Topic: Super Soaker XP100 Review
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3035
Re: Super Soaker XP100 Review
Soak~ Whether you replace/modify the spring or install a valve with a more positive seal, you are still compromising the pressure-relieving feature of the valve. As long as someone doesn't get too greedy, the pinch valve with an upgraded spring will still relieve at a safe pressure (I say this under...
- Mon Feb 17, 2020 12:05 am
- Forum: Water Blasters
- Topic: Super Soaker XP100 Review
- Replies: 14
- Views: 3035
Re: Super Soaker XP100 Review
If the trigger spring is too weak, replace it or modify it. Replacement would be best so there is no risk of rendering the blaster unusable. Modifying the spring may require cutting it shorter and reshaping the cut end to look like the original looped end. At rest, the coils will be more extended th...
- Tue Feb 11, 2020 9:43 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: 2020 vertical jet tests
- Replies: 9
- Views: 84
Re: 2020 vertical jet tests
'atta boy, Ben! Actual experimentation along with a little photographic evidence is how you inspired me a few years back. I enjoy all the talk about theory and best practices; so, keep that coming, too. However, your physical creations are what made you famous. Making the time to build and experimen...
- Fri Dec 20, 2019 8:04 am
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: LRT McMaster-Carr alternatives and optimal tube diameter/layering
- Replies: 8
- Views: 1026
- Thu Feb 14, 2019 8:06 pm
- Forum: Humor & Fun
- Topic: Water Warfare Dank Memes
- Replies: 89
- Views: 28122
Re: Water Warfare Dank Memes
1 Upvote for Pepperidge Farms
- Tue Sep 18, 2018 9:52 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: Homemade pump action designs?
- Replies: 21
- Views: 4300
Re: Homemade pump action designs?
The nozzle below suggested by TylerK is far and away the best nozzle I have. https://i.imgur.com/UQ0XO45.jpg I purchased mine HERE . The product page shows an image of the 2-inch sweeper nozzle, but this is indeed a 6" nozzle. I know of no other non-cast, non-stepped 6" sweeper nozzles on the market.
- Mon Jul 23, 2018 11:43 pm
- Forum: Modifications
- Topic: K9 Kannon
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1375
Re: K9 Kannon
Ben, A one-handed balloon launcher would certainly be nifty (two hands to charge, one hand to fire). It looks like it's powered by LRT, which I'm sure you'll upgrade. You may even be able to use Theraband Gold. Or perhaps use Theraband Silver Tubing (there is no Theraband Gold Tubing). I don't know ...
- Mon Jul 23, 2018 11:17 pm
- Forum: Water Blasters
- Topic: Spyra One
- Replies: 70
- Views: 11246
Re: Spyra One
Rike, Is there a screen on the intake to mitigate clogging of internal components from relatively large debris in the water? What if the water has a high calcium content (aka hard water)? I imagine the calcium would precipitate and scale inside the blaster. Can you run vinegar through it like you wo...
- Sun Jul 15, 2018 11:34 am
- Forum: Water Blasters
- Topic: Spyra One
- Replies: 70
- Views: 11246
Re: Spyra One
Ben - I have to agree with you about the product looking great. Each design revision of that shell has been a significant improvement in my opinion.
Rike - Will Spyra One be available in blue, too, from the start? Or do we have to wait for "Spyra Two"?
Rike - Will Spyra One be available in blue, too, from the start? Or do we have to wait for "Spyra Two"?
- Sun May 06, 2018 10:03 pm
- Forum: Maintenance & Repairs
- Topic: fixing a broken 1500
- Replies: 34
- Views: 6703
Re: fixing a broken 1500
icecrystal, "I will ship ANYWHERE in the world just to get it fixed." - It may be cheaper to just purchase the one below and keep your current one for parts... https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Super-soaker-CPS-1500-vintage-super-soaker-Super-rare-powerful-fully-working/163035395802? Just a thought, not tr...
- Thu Aug 17, 2017 8:58 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: water pump, backpack water machine gun (inspired in the Gattling)
- Replies: 1
- Views: 1333
Re: water pump, backpack water machine gun (inspired in the Gattling)
Hi Tengger,
Can you post a sketch of what you have in mind? Can you also post a photo of what you mean by "manual lever water pump"? This will give us a better idea of what you are trying to accomplish. Thank you.
VR,
Tim
Can you post a sketch of what you have in mind? Can you also post a photo of what you mean by "manual lever water pump"? This will give us a better idea of what you are trying to accomplish. Thank you.
VR,
Tim
- Sun Jul 30, 2017 10:07 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: New Linear Flow Valve
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7317
Re: New Linear Flow Valve
Hi Drench, Yes; the o-rings are a bit different. In the last trial, I used o-rings with a Shore A durometer of 70 (think car tire). The o-rings I have on order now have a Shore A durometer of 50 (almost as soft as a pencil eraser). Based on what I’ve read, softer o-rings work better in some low pres...
- Sun Jul 30, 2017 7:36 pm
- Forum: Homemades
- Topic: Unconventional high power water gun designs
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2093
Re: Unconventional high power water gun designs
Hi Ben, I like where your head’s at. I also think watercrazy007 has some ideas worth bringing into the fold here. In particular, I like his shortened version of NightHawkInLight’s piston, but I’d stick with the original piston for 2” pipe due to its ease of manufacture. Because I am promoting the us...