1911 Mag not holding gas

[Bhunterism]

This is a recent problem that has occured with a gas mag of mine. I found the problem after attempting filling the mag and instantly get a short, sharp, silicon oil shock to the crotch (as i was sitting).

Basically when you fill the mag the gas it doesn't retain it and empties.

Has anyone experienced this problem, if so can you share the solution?

Cheers

[Fitch]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

Just tighten up the allen key in the base plate (if it has one if its a Marui)

[Bhunterism]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

Its a WE so its just a X-head screw

[Fitch]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

Try tightening that up?

[Bhunterism]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

Its tight as possible, no change mate :/

[StargateP90]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

Where is the gas venting from?

[Bhunterism]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

The lip, I'm not sure if the top valve is too far out or not

[StargateP90]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

First try screwing it in, then back off half a turn. If that fails try the below.

Ok unscrew the release valve, at the back near the top. Remove it carefully.

Check the o-rings are intact - This will be apparent when you remove the valve

Smear a dab of silicone grease or oil if you dont have any around the o-rings

Screw back in fully until tight then back off about 1/2 a turn

Should solve it. If not remove the valve again and soak the valve in silicone oil over night. Repeat the above.

[Bhunterism]

Re: 1911 Mag not holding gas

Thats it resolved now. Thanks for the support guys!