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09-21-2012, 05:01 PM
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Anyone know what this beast of a tank is?
Hey Folks,
I inherited a HPA paintball tank from my brother (who bought it from someone), but I'm not sure what this beast is. I'm thinking of sending it in for hydro testing but would like some more info on it first. It is clear the manufacture is "Structural Composites Industries" and it is 3000psi. I'm pretty sure it may not even be a "paint ball" tank. Other then that I cant find a model number or size. I have included a link to pictures. If any of you with your expert eyes and google skills have any advice I would appreciate it.
Take a look:
http://s1241.photobucket.com/albums/gg501/CudSmacked/
Thanks for your help guys! |
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09-21-2012, 05:08 PM
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copper alloy
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: MI
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I can tell you one thing. It's Expired APril 2011. No more hydro available in the tank. Most tanks today have a 15 year lifespan
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09-21-2012, 05:27 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by bronze
I can tell you one thing. It's Expired APril 2011. No more hydro available in the tank. Most tanks today have a 15 year lifespan
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Thanks for the reply bronze. So this guy expired April 2011 and is no longer eligible for hydro testing? Just for my personal knowledge can you tell me were you found 2011 so I don't have to waste your time in the future?
Thanks again. |
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09-21-2012, 05:48 PM
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copper alloy
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: MI
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This picture here shows the original date of production or start of Hydro life. So 4-96. April 1996. |
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09-21-2012, 07:37 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2012
Location: Orlando, Florida
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Its 16 years old. Tanks permanetly expire after 15 years. Its a paper weight now.
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09-21-2012, 08:51 PM
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Will B/S/T Souls
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Connecticut
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Time to break out the 1/8 drill and start making holes.
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09-21-2012, 09:14 PM
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copper alloy
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: MI
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No no no, tabris. More creative ideas are to come. Can fill it with concrete and get a boat anchor; Be very effective with that size. Make it into a lamp, or decorative lawn art. A time portal for future generations, that's my person favorite.
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09-21-2012, 09:28 PM
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Sinister Ops
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: McDermott, OH
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Looks the same as my 114/3000
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09-22-2012, 11:57 AM
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Yeah, probably a 114/3000, or maybe as large as a 122/3000. No reg on it? Something else, you can cut it in half. See how thick the aluminum core is, and how thick the carbon fiber or fiberglass wrap is. Then use either or both as oversized ash trays.
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09-22-2012, 12:32 PM
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Will B/S/T Souls
Join Date: Jan 2006
Location: Connecticut
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You would want to seal up the fibers again though. You don't want loose carbon or glass fiber floating around and inhaling it.
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09-23-2012, 03:17 AM
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Ron Paul = God
Join Date: Jun 2005
Location: The Land of Nod
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lol that tank is done.
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OLD FEEDBACK!
Why do people do this wanna-be hk thing? I mean hk people dont even play paintball, they just whine and start drama while wearing the weirdest stuff. Its amazing anyone embraces it.
Im putting the Hero back in Heroin.
I want your G6r parts and upgrades, sell them to me, because you wont get anything for them if you sell/trade them with the gun.
http://www.pbnation.com/showthread.php?t=3808906
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09-25-2012, 08:14 AM
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LOL alright alright I get it, the tank is done. Thanks for your help guys. Ill be sure to post on PbNation the next time I have questions. 
Thanks All! |
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09-25-2012, 10:23 AM
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copper alloy
Join Date: Jun 2007
Location: MI
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No problem. Glad it's answered and we can save you some cash.
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