New Pneu X-Kitty

[Walking Stick]

I was working on my Model 98s and Desert Foxes most recently leaving this on the back burner. But here's a post-Thanksgiving update.

I did acquire a completely blank, matte black Reverse X valve but when I talked to Tuna about disassembling it for re-ano he said it would not be a good idea and probably ruin the valve. So I'm in limbo on what to do currently. Maybe just keep the valve black since the X-Kitty originally used a black X-Mag valve.

I have to send Palmer's Pursuit Shop an email about laser engraving since they have it done to all of their Stabilizers and Micro Rocks. Further exploring that option now that I know what I'd want (the simple Hello Kitty face but with the X-valve "X" replacing the bow).

I started to file the aluminum panels that need trimmed to better match up to the PTP E-Mag frame grooves - I guess I should finish that. Then get the marker running and RTing with both valves so I can send it all off to ano.

[Dark Side]

I like it. Hopefully the engraving won't have the same issue that the Nightmare before Xmag did.

[Walking Stick]

I like it. Hopefully the engraving won't have the same issue that the Nightmare before Xmag did.

What happened to the lasering on it?

UPDATES:

So here's the crude superimposed image and drawing I did on my phone that I sent to Craig Palmer.



And this is what came back in December:




I sent in the vertical breech to BigEvil and this is what came back:





Can't complain about any of the work done so far. Up next is to send the valve to Tuna for proper reassembly, finish filing the Lc EM aluminum panels to align with the PTP eMicro frame contours, and figure out pneumatics installation. Then it'll finally be ready for ano.

[captian pinky]

Are you planning to remove the emag selector switch? Would be nice if it didn't rub the new anno.

I like the kitty laser idea. seems fitting.

[BigEvil]

Are you planning to remove the emag selector switch? Would be nice if it didn't rub the new anno.

I like the kitty laser idea. seems fitting.

Or switch it to the stock plastic one

[Walking Stick]

Huh, yins're right. I just got my Shockwave E-Mag in and its selector switch is indeed plastic. Is the aluminum selector switch a PTP eMicro frame difference or was it an aftermarket part sourced from Tuna or Luke's Customs?


Loguzzzzzz was kind enough to send me some photos of his gutted, milled and pneu'd EM frame. If anyone knows of any others done, please share with me any internal pics, the builder and any possible tips or guide. Thanks AO!

[Loguzzzzzz]

I used the selector switch as a safety...

[Bunny]

I can't wait to see the end result. Things are looking good so far!! Btw, not sure about that Bone Daddy comment. If I remember correctly there were issues with the Anodizer "PrecisionPB" and Odd. I think they had to redo it a few times.

I'm so glad to see you are doing an original build!

[Pghp8ntballer]

Wait wait... hold on a tick. Not to hijack this thread, but Walking Stick... you said yins... When this beautiful marker is complete, will you take it to the field to play? I would love to see it in person!

[Walking Stick]

I will treat this marker a bit gentler (no diving with it) to keep the body from further damage and wear. Strangely, my only wall hangers will be my factory special edition Kameleon and Marbleized Model 98s.

Now that I'm back into the paintball fold all my markers are going to be used. I'll have a healthy rotation of 'Mags, Model 98s, SL-68s, ICE Epics, Novas and Desert Foxes to take around to Urban Assault, P3, Steeltown and Three Rivers (hopefully an outing at least once a month). Excursions to other Mid-Atlantic/Northeast venues events will largely depend on any scheduling conflicts (semester schedule, work schedule, drill weekends, autocross events, track days, rock crawling, rock climbing, shooting days, wifey/familial commitments...).

[zondo]

Please put a little kitten paw sticking up a middle finger on the valve, too...

[Walking Stick]

Please put a little kitten paw sticking up a middle finger on the valve, too...

Hrm, too late to laser it but it'd make for an amusing decal on the back of the valve, the side of the breeches, or the battery pack...