Update: Tippmann A-5 with TAC-CAP Q-loader MOD »Tippmann A-5 with TAC-CAP Q-loader MOD
The only thing the A-5 really needs is a Q-loader (and a barrel). This also is one of the hardest markers to mount a Q-loader onto. So here's try # 2.
The idea:
* Quick load w/ the Q-loader
* Reduce the profile by replacing the stock hopper
Items required: straight feeder tube, Q-loader and a TAC-CAP (picture).
Pretty simple really, the Q-loader is mounted to the front handle, snug with the barrel thingy (that bit of metal hanging down under the barrel). Next up, break the TAC-CAP into two pieces (it's just a friction fit). Cut a whole in the cap (with the lid, open on the bottom) and the cylinder part at the top. As pictured, I don't have any glue on it yet, the friction fit is relatively tight. I had to leave two rings in the TAC-CAP and this is still about 1/2 of the stock hopper profile.
I left the Q-loader loader thingy in the office, so it'll be a few days before I can load up and test this out. Doh!
The goal is to have the quick change feature of the Q-loader with a reserve of balls in the TAC-CAP, even when changing Q-pods.
A view of the inside of the TAC-CAP.
Left side of the marker.
Somewhat lower profile of the TAC-CAP.
In the end I think I'll buy the RAP4 Q-loader mount when available, but for $14 it was a fun mod.
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