How to Make an Airsoft Gun Stronger
Airsoft guns that use springs have the advantage of not needing batteries. But because the spring is compressed from use, the ability of the gun to fire a projectile decreases over time. You can increase the distance that the airsoft gun will shoot by stretching out the spring. The procedure will only take a few minutes, making your airsoft gun even more powerful than it was when you first got it.
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Instructions
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Remove the magazine from the airsoft gun. Use the Phillips screwdriver to remove any screws from on the airsoft gun—the screws will be on the top or sides of the gun.
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Use your fingers to pull the top plate of the airsoft gun off. Use your fingers to pull off the spring assembly that is underneath the top plate at the rear of the gun.
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Pull the spring out of the spring assembly. Grab each end of the spring with your hands. Stretch out the spring. Put the spring back into the spring assembly.
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Put the spring assembly back onto the top of the airsoft gun. Put the top plate back onto the airsoft gun. Reattach the screws that were removed.
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Reinsert the magazine into the airsoft gun.
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Tips & Warnings
Fire the airsoft gun a few times to make sure no projectiles are still inside before opening it.
Do not lubricate the inside of an airsoft gun with petroleum jelly—only use a grease tube from a hobby or electronics store.
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