Ares L85a2 workshop

[CK]

Ok, so i've bought my Ares L85a2, I've filed down the front iron sight hole, and fitted a Real steel RIS, (Which appears to be a better fit than on a RS L85).

My ACOG/Riser Combo is on.

Now...for some internal work.

Ok, so I've ordered myself a tightbore, so that will be fitted by the weekend. Was wondering if anyone has bothered with any other upgrades? As it seems rock solid already...

One thing I did wonder about is the wiring, as with most AEG's the wiring is quite thin, I use 16awg on my Diemaco, has anyone done this?

Running a 7.4v 800mAh Lipo in the RIS.

[tisane]

I rewired mine with 16awg silicone wire.
It really is the limit of thickness you can use with the Ares, very snug fit.
But gives a noticeable increase in ROF.

[CK]

Re: Ares L85a2 workshop

Replacing the inner barrel, is there an easy way to do this? as I had to remove the gearbox before and the hop unit appears to be attached to the front of the gearbox

[Panoptes]

Re: Ares L85a2 workshop

Replacing the inner barrel, is there an easy way to do this?

Nope! That's the only thing 'bad' about the ARES but, once it's done...

I used the stock hop rubber I think or maybe a CA one.