Then polish the piston skirt and inside the compression tube. Of course at that point might as well install a TBT Tune thereby smoothing out the cocking, shot cycle and reducing/eliminating spring vibration. Thoughts?
I have been shooting (not as much as I would like) an HW77 that is about 2 months old now. I have not lubed any part of the rifle. It does have a main spring buzz.
I have read about lubing with red tacky grease on the spring as well as a Molly grease. I have read that the red tacky will quiet the buzz but also cause significant FPS variations. Have also read that the red tacky will somehow hold moisture and accelerate rusting. And then there are Lithium greases as well as PTFE and Dry Film lubricants. And then there are the divergent opinions on the pros, cons and viability of these lubricants. Believe it or not, I have actually been spending time researching and studying oils, greases and pastes. This foolishness has to stop
So what do you think? Do I tear it apart? Do I put a tune kit in it while it is opened up? Should I pursue some type of degree in lubrication? Wow, powder burners were never this much work!
On a positive note: I did not sleep at a Holiday Inn last night but do feel rested.