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April 6th, 2009, 18:21 | #1 |
It just won't shoot semi...
I am working on a CA MP5 that had a host of issues. Last to go was the selector switch wasn't positively clicking into semi or safe spots. That was fixed with the installation of a new CA selector switch and systema selector plate.
Remaining problem is, it still shoots full auto when in semi. Safe works fine, it's a solid click into semi (selector switch AND plate) but it will fire full auto. I noticed that there was a fair amount of gunk/(corrosion maybe) on the metal contacts in the triger unit, I cleaned these up as best I could then buttoned it all up. I also payed special attention to not over tighten the cut-off lever, ensuring smooth movement with the palte. I guess the last two things could be the cut-off lever istelf (looked fine, no noticable wear) or the trigger unit. What do you guys think? Does anyone have specific experience with this problem on CA's?
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April 6th, 2009, 18:30 | #2 | |
does it shoot burst/semi when you pull the trigger really fast on Semi?
I had the same problem and a this really helped me out: Quote:
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April 6th, 2009, 18:50 | #3 |
If the cut off lever is properly adjusted....and you have a new selector lever as well as selector plate....then there are two things left which affect "select fire".
1. the fitment of the pistol grip/receiver over the gearbox. A snug fitting receiver can push on the selector plate and deflect it's travel. I had this happen with an ICS as well as a CA metal receiver models. Was remedied by changing selector plates multiple times until I found one the moved freely within the receiver. 2. Switch contacts. Unfortunately the two little brass contact prongs tend to get bent a bit (or wear depending on age of gun and voltage of battery) so that the contact for single and auto is not proper. The gun will usually just fire auto then. The only solution is to replace the switch assembly. I have also had this issue on other V2 gearboxes as well. That's my 2 cents worth.......... |
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April 6th, 2009, 18:54 | #4 |
I had the same problem with my JG MP5. When I replaced some internals, I also swapped the cutoff lever and the problem is now a thing of the past... And it looked fine to me as well, but replacing it fixed the problem.
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April 6th, 2009, 19:14 | #5 |
I am exerting proper, full trigger pull. As I depress all the way in semi, it cycles in full-auto in the exact same fashion as when the selector is in auto.
The owner has communicated that this is a new problem in over 3 years of ownership, so I really doubt it's a bad combination of the stock body and gearbox. I have already verified that the selector plate moves freely with body installed. I may have to get a cut-off lever to see if that is the issue. I hate doing these kinds of repairs, especially for other people; purchasing parts without any sense of confidence, waiting for it to come in and hoping that it will work. Uncertainty is frustrating.
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April 6th, 2009, 19:27 | #6 |
Tys
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A sure fire but no-return fix is to elongate the notch of the selector plate that pushes the cutoff lever out of position in full auto.
Trim 0.5mm off of the left side of the notch, so it won't touch the cutoff lever until it moves a little bit further to the right...(looking down on the left side, nozzle pointing to the left) Whatever setup you have is tweaking things a bit out of position. If you trim too much...you'll have semi-only...so go slow, cut little, test fit often. Best of luck, Tys |
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