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I got some advice in another forum since I had some access issues here. But now that it's all fixed, I would like some advice in other areas, along with some second opinions. So from the top...
I recently got an Epiphany by Smart Parts - it's my first gun. I'm not new to paintball, just never owned my own gun. I have a friend that has 4 guns and I always just borrowed one of his. Why spend to buy one when I can just use a modded one that I will never have to understand or maintain? Well, he's selling 2 of his guns and one of the remaining 2 will be used by his wife - this leaves me no choice but to get my own. And now I have to learn all about what parts are important upgrades, what’s not really a necessity, and so on.
So my first question is "Which Tank?" I read the HPA vs CO2 FAQ here and it answered alot of questions, but also left me wondering about who was the best manufactuer. I know some will say PMI, others will say DXS and yet others will say Crossfire. What are the major differences between all of these brands? I also heard of ANS recently and was wondering if anyone had used their tanks. I'm planning on going with a Carbon Fiber Wrapped 68ci 4500psi tank, but I don't know which one to buy. I know that DXS is a bit smaller; But if that's the only major benefit vs Crossfire and PMI, then I don't think it's worth the extra $...
Also might be considering a Drop Forward, but wanted some help in choosing one. Any brands that I should stay away from? Any brands that are better than others? Anyone have an Epi with a DF already and if so, how do you like it?
My final issue is in regards to oil/lube - What kind of Oil/Lube should I buy? I've heard of SL33K by Smart Parts, Core Super Slick, Kermode Concepts K-C H.M.P., SLiP2000, etc etc. I've read so many reviews on all those oils, but I know now that there is such a thing as reading too many reviews. I'm now more confused than when I started.
Thanks in advance for any and all help.
I recently got an Epiphany by Smart Parts - it's my first gun. I'm not new to paintball, just never owned my own gun. I have a friend that has 4 guns and I always just borrowed one of his. Why spend to buy one when I can just use a modded one that I will never have to understand or maintain? Well, he's selling 2 of his guns and one of the remaining 2 will be used by his wife - this leaves me no choice but to get my own. And now I have to learn all about what parts are important upgrades, what’s not really a necessity, and so on.
So my first question is "Which Tank?" I read the HPA vs CO2 FAQ here and it answered alot of questions, but also left me wondering about who was the best manufactuer. I know some will say PMI, others will say DXS and yet others will say Crossfire. What are the major differences between all of these brands? I also heard of ANS recently and was wondering if anyone had used their tanks. I'm planning on going with a Carbon Fiber Wrapped 68ci 4500psi tank, but I don't know which one to buy. I know that DXS is a bit smaller; But if that's the only major benefit vs Crossfire and PMI, then I don't think it's worth the extra $...
Also might be considering a Drop Forward, but wanted some help in choosing one. Any brands that I should stay away from? Any brands that are better than others? Anyone have an Epi with a DF already and if so, how do you like it?
My final issue is in regards to oil/lube - What kind of Oil/Lube should I buy? I've heard of SL33K by Smart Parts, Core Super Slick, Kermode Concepts K-C H.M.P., SLiP2000, etc etc. I've read so many reviews on all those oils, but I know now that there is such a thing as reading too many reviews. I'm now more confused than when I started.
Thanks in advance for any and all help.