Upgrading the KSC G26C

mirage13 · January 26th, 2006, 23:02

I'm finally ready to splurge the money on upgrades for my KSC G26C. I've had it for about a month now, running on propane, and it's holding up 100%. I haven't noticed any problems as of yet.

So of course, as we all know: if it ain't broke, FIX IT!

I've already decided to get a 50 round mag with a KM/Head Hi-flow valve... (I say KM because it was recommended by a knowledgable source... Anyone know why a KM instead of say, a Hurricane or Firefly?)

Now I just need to decide which brand metal slide/barrel set to buy (and figure out where to get an enhanced recoil guide spring set and enhanced hammer spring... :-? )

WGC has the "TW" metal set for US$65 and UNC has the "HK" set for US$63.
Anyone know what the difference is? Judging by the pictures on the websites, they both seem to have trades...?

If anyone with any experience upgrading KSC Glocks has any info or helpful advice, it would be greatly appreciated.

BTW, the reason I'm trying to stick to UNC and WGC is because, well, Brian can only get stuff from those two, I think

Thanks in advance,
Mirage

WhatTheWho · January 27th, 2006, 01:29

Firefly Rocket Valve.
Metal Magazine Catch.
Tightbore/Extended Barrel (hidden under an optional silencer)

sdkfz234 · January 27th, 2006, 20:15

You could save a little money by making a hi-flow valve yourself. There's a how-to somewhere on the web, but it basically boils down to cutting one or two of the four "columns" in order to get more gas to flow through.

Although I've done this mod myself, I can't comment on how it compares to a manufactured hi-flow valve, but I have noticed better performance at a slight cost to gas consumption. It also helps to have an upgraded hammer spring as well. I've heard that hi-flow valves and a stronger hammer spring work best together.

ILLusion · January 28th, 2006, 17:44

I've done tests on stock valves versus home made "high flow valves".

At best, you'd get a 5fps increase. It's not worth the effort. Most of the time, the increases are negligible.

Tr0nic · March 1st, 2008, 18:47

I've upgraded my g26c too.
I bought a laylax upgrade kit, it has thightbore, better spring & better valve and a nice trademark slide.
My gun kicks ass now! Real increase in fps.

Styrak · March 2nd, 2008, 00:49

Buy your metal slide from eHobby. It's cheaper even WITH shipping.

EDIT: Buy EVERYTHING from eHobby. Much cheaper.

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January 26th, 2006, 23:02	#1
mirage13 Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Toronto	Upgrading the KSC G26C I'm finally ready to splurge the money on upgrades for my KSC G26C. I've had it for about a month now, running on propane, and it's holding up 100%. I haven't noticed any problems as of yet. So of course, as we all know: if it ain't broke, FIX IT! I've already decided to get a 50 round mag with a KM/Head Hi-flow valve... (I say KM because it was recommended by a knowledgable source... Anyone know why a KM instead of say, a Hurricane or Firefly?) Now I just need to decide which brand metal slide/barrel set to buy (and figure out where to get an enhanced recoil guide spring set and enhanced hammer spring... :-? ) WGC has the "TW" metal set for US$65 and UNC has the "HK" set for US$63. Anyone know what the difference is? Judging by the pictures on the websites, they both seem to have trades...? If anyone with any experience upgrading KSC Glocks has any info or helpful advice, it would be greatly appreciated. BTW, the reason I'm trying to stick to UNC and WGC is because, well, Brian can only get stuff from those two, I think Thanks in advance, Mirage

January 27th, 2006, 01:29	#2
WhatTheWho Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Edmonton, AB	Firefly Rocket Valve. Metal Magazine Catch. Tightbore/Extended Barrel (hidden under an optional silencer) __________________ "The greatest pleasure in life is doing what people say you cannot do."

January 28th, 2006, 17:44	#4
ILLusion GBB Whisperer Trader rating Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Toronto	I've done tests on stock valves versus home made "high flow valves". At best, you'd get a 5fps increase. It's not worth the effort. Most of the time, the increases are negligible. __________________ *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

January 27th, 2006, 20:15	#3
sdkfz234 Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Cambridge, ON	You could save a little money by making a hi-flow valve yourself. There's a how-to somewhere on the web, but it basically boils down to cutting one or two of the four "columns" in order to get more gas to flow through. Although I've done this mod myself, I can't comment on how it compares to a manufactured hi-flow valve, but I have noticed better performance at a slight cost to gas consumption. It also helps to have an upgraded hammer spring as well. I've heard that hi-flow valves and a stronger hammer spring work best together.

March 1st, 2008, 18:47	#5
Tr0nic Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2007	upgrade I've upgraded my g26c too. I bought a laylax upgrade kit, it has thightbore, better spring & better valve and a nice trademark slide. My gun kicks ass now! Real increase in fps.

March 2nd, 2008, 00:49	#6
Styrak Trader rating Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Saskatoon, SK	Buy your metal slide from eHobby. It's cheaper even WITH shipping. EDIT: Buy EVERYTHING from eHobby. Much cheaper. __________________ Airsoft Sales and Repair/Upgrade Services

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