MP5-J Upgrade

X-Man · June 6th, 2005, 14:09

Hi there,

I recently upgraded my TM MP5-J with a PDI Spring & Systema Oilless bushings. I noticed that the Systema bushings were thicker than the plastic stock bushings & so I decided not to add shims. But I was wondering what you guys decided to do with yours? Did any of you still decide to use shims?

ILLusion · June 6th, 2005, 14:55

you still have to re-shim it. The same shims may not go in the same place, but shimming is still required to reduce wear on your gears.

X-Man · June 6th, 2005, 21:51

Thanks Illusion,

My MP5 originally had 2 shims (I think). Do u suggest I put just those 2 back in or purchase a whole new set for all the gears?

ILLusion · June 7th, 2005, 02:50

well... that's hard to say. you have to manually re-shim it. You can't just stick them in and expect it to work. There are some shimming guides on the net - or you can find an experienced airsmith in your area to help you out.

Chances are, the 2 shims are not enough to get it all shimmed properly. An entire set can last through 4 or 5 gun upgrades.

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June 6th, 2005, 14:09	#1
X-Man Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Vancouver, BC	MP5-J Upgrade Hi there, I recently upgraded my TM MP5-J with a PDI Spring & Systema Oilless bushings. I noticed that the Systema bushings were thicker than the plastic stock bushings & so I decided not to add shims. But I was wondering what you guys decided to do with yours? Did any of you still decide to use shims?

June 6th, 2005, 14:55	#2
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	you still have to re-shim it. The same shims may not go in the same place, but shimming is still required to reduce wear on your gears. __________________ *Advanced Airsoft Armaments and Enhancements* Quick to the gun, sure of your grip. Quick to the threat, sure of your shot. Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas Accuracy, Power, Speed

June 7th, 2005, 02:50	#4
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	well... that's hard to say. you have to manually re-shim it. You can't just stick them in and expect it to work. There are some shimming guides on the net - or you can find an experienced airsmith in your area to help you out. Chances are, the 2 shims are not enough to get it all shimmed properly. An entire set can last through 4 or 5 gun upgrades. __________________ *Advanced Airsoft Armaments and Enhancements* Quick to the gun, sure of your grip. Quick to the threat, sure of your shot. Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas Accuracy, Power, Speed

June 6th, 2005, 21:51	#3
X-Man Trader rating Join Date: May 2005 Location: Vancouver, BC	Thanks Illusion, My MP5 originally had 2 shims (I think). Do u suggest I put just those 2 back in or purchase a whole new set for all the gears?

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