Palmers Stabilizer question

acid870621345 · 08-19-2006, 06:41 PM

I have a 98 custom, pretty much stock, and I'm running on CO2. Do I need an expansion chamber so I don't mess it up? I've read from different sites that say it's needed and others that say it's a waste so I don't know now. Sorry if it's a noobish question guys

sgt-spam · 08-19-2006, 07:24 PM

Get the Stabilizer. It was, by far, one of the best upgrades I bought for my 98. You'll need a vertical adapter, and you'll need to spend some time on model98.org reading about tuning the regulator to work optimally with your gun, but definitely DON'T get an expansion chamber.

acid870621345 · 08-19-2006, 07:59 PM

Hey thanks for the reply sgt-spam, I'm definately going to get a stabilizer. I just wasn't sure if I needed an expansion chamber, I won't get one now. Am I going to need a new hose if I get the male stabilizer?

sgt-spam · 08-19-2006, 08:08 PM

Only if the one you have isn't long enough. IIRC, my stock steel hose from my 98 wasn't.

acid870621345 · 08-19-2006, 08:32 PM

So about how long and what kind of hose would I have to be looking to buy? Maybe I would be better off avoiding the vertical adapter and new hose by just getting the Female kit? By the way sgt-spam, your guns are freakin sweet.

sgt-spam · 08-19-2006, 08:42 PM

If I were you, I would stick with the male Stab. You'll have to experiment with the hose length - depends on your ASA, etc.

acid870621345 · 08-19-2006, 08:58 PM

I'll probably take your advice and stick with the male Stabilizer. Thanks a lot for the help.

sgt-spam · 08-19-2006, 09:05 PM

Sure - no problem.