Halo B V35 and single detent?

[nak81783]

Halos were the first force feed hopper, but the Warp was the first force feed device, right? The AGD museum dates the Warp as circa 2000. The first review on pbreview.com for the Halo B was October 2002 (not the best way to date something, I know), and I don't think the Halo A's were out very long at all before they upgraded to the Halo B (gear driven vs. belt driven, respectively, as I recall).

I'm not trying to argue. I just want to make sure I have my paintball history correct.

I had a replacement shell kit for my Halo B that separated top and bottom, instead of side to side. I can't remember the name. It made it easier to do a basic cleaning (some dirt or a broken ball in the main compartment). However, it a ball broke in the neck or a complete tear down was necessary, it was just as difficult. The plastic was inferior though, so that shell kit didn't last long. After that, I switched back to standard shells.

From pictures and the 1 page manual, the Halo Too looks like it comes apart the same as Halo B's (at least the shell). Looks like it just has updated electronics. I can't find a good diagram of the inner drive assembly, so I don't know what's different there.

I suppose "ease" is relative and subjective.


-Nathan

[nak81783]

OPBN, so now the V35 is working properly? No longer pushing past the single detent?

Other than the noise, does the non-V35 work properly? I know my older Halo B is much louder than my Reloader B. However, keep in mind that, unless you run out of paint, the eyes will only allow the hopper to run in short bursts, so you won't get the loud continuous motor noise you are probably hearing now. Or, if you're shooting that fast that the motor does need to keep spinning, the motor noise will be unnoticeable compared to the marker.

...but I don't see why it would be louder than before unless something is binding. Or, maybe you unbound something, and the beast is running at higher rpm's now?


-Nathan

[OPBN]

Yeah, not sure. Seems to be running ok I guess. I just don't remember it being this loud. Kind of sounds like something is hitting, but I took it step by step and once I put the large gear inside the housign together with the smaller one with the belt it starts "clacking". Maybe just never noticed it before? Who knows. Its' getting late, I need a beer and tired of the smell of paint and marker oil. Time for a shower and some zoning time.

[nak81783]

I need a beer

Just starting? I'm a couple ahead of you then...

tired of the smell of paint and marker oil.

I'm pretty sure that's blasphemy.

Alright, man. Have fun tomorrow. I'll give it some more thought overnight, and I'll tear into one of mine after tomorrow's games to see if anything else comes to mind.


-Nathan

[blackdeath1k]

Halos were the first force feed hopper, but the Warp was the first force feed device, right? The AGD museum dates the Warp as circa 2000. The first review on pbreview.com for the Halo B was October 2002 (not the best way to date something, I know), and I don't think the Halo A's were out very long at all before they upgraded to the Halo B (gear driven vs. belt driven, respectively, as I recall).

I'm not trying to argue. I just want to make sure I have my paintball history correct.

I had a replacement shell kit for my Halo B that separated top and bottom, instead of side to side. I can't remember the name. It made it easier to do a basic cleaning (some dirt or a broken ball in the main compartment). However, it a ball broke in the neck or a complete tear down was necessary, it was just as difficult. The plastic was inferior though, so that shell kit didn't last long. After that, I switched back to standard shells.

From pictures and the 1 page manual, the Halo Too looks like it comes apart the same as Halo B's (at least the shell). Looks like it just has updated electronics. I can't find a good diagram of the inner drive assembly, so I don't know what's different there.

I suppose "ease" is relative and subjective.


-Nathan

Yes. The warp feed was out before the first halo. I've never actually seen one of them in person. And 01 or 02 was the first halo that popped up at my field. Been to long to remember if it was 01 winter. Or 02 spring/summer.

Think it took me 10 minutes start to Finnish to pull the halo too apart at work. Add the rip drive. And reassemble. Only part that annoyed me was getting the belt to stay in place. Wasn't that bad though. Then again. I make a living with maintenance. So a hopper should not be that bad.

As for the OP. Yah. If it sounds like a tractor something is up. They have never been known to be quiet. But shouldn't be that loud.

[OPBN]

Just starting? I'm a couple ahead of you then...



I'm pretty sure that's blasphemy.

Alright, man. Have fun tomorrow. I'll give it some more thought overnight, and I'll tear into one of mine after tomorrow's games to see if anything else comes to mind.


-Nathan

I try not to drink the night before playing. Unfortunately, I need it tonight to shut the engine from turning.

Out of curiosity, where do you play? I see Dewitt is north of Lansing, you ever hit up Hell Survivors? Since my wingman is down for the season, looking to branch out if you're ever interesting in meeting up.

[nak81783]

I'll PM you tomorrow evening. I'll answer your questions, and we can start trying to set something up.

That's code for, "Ive gotta check the calendar with wifey first."


-Nathan

[OPBN]

I'll PM you tomorrow evening. I'll answer your questions, and we can start trying to set something up.

That's code for, "Ive gotta check the calendar with wifey first."


-Nathan

It's cool nothing serious, just looking for playing options.

[steve_81]

It's cool nothing serious, just looking for playing options.

Hell's Survivors is pretty cool. You should check out their Monster Game coming up the last weekend in July. Pre- registration ends July 1st!

[OPBN]

Hell's Survivors is pretty cool. You should check out their Monster Game coming up the last weekend in July. Pre- registration ends July 1st!

Been a few times actually. I'll have to check the calendar.

[nak81783]

Tore into both my hoppers tonight. These are long shots, but it's all I can come up with for the "clacking" you describe.

1. Double check assembly. Make sure everything is seated properly.

2. Inspect the bearings. Make sure none are rusted or have flat spots.

3. The center cone screw needs to be snug. Otherwise, the drive tab could slip under the cone tab and could make that sound. This would probably mess up the spring back we've discussed earlier.

4. Make sure none of the gear teeth are missing or chewed up.

Like I said, my Halo is noticeably louder than my Reloader B, but I wouldn't say it sounds like a tractor.


-Nathan