Most Reliable AEG

Magnaroth · October 9th, 2013, 10:37

Hello ASC,

I have had terrible luck with guns breaking, or malfunctioning in very strange ways.

I have an Ares G36 (not too much of a surprise it's had issues), but my LCT Ak74 has had selector issues that defy the rules of time and space. I have replaced all the selector parts, fiddled with the stupid thing dozens of times, and for the life of me, the selector will not function the way it's suppossed to. But I digress.

I want to know, what have been your most reliable guns?

Stealth · October 9th, 2013, 11:19

I know you're not a fan of ARs, but I've had tremendous success in terms of consistency, reliability and durability with anything OEM'd by VFC - specifically the Knights series, HK416C, Socom Gear Daniel Defense series.

Besides that, bone-stock Tokyo Marui's - G36s, SR16s, MP5s. Most everything else has broken down fairly consistently.

I would imagine the most reliable AEG not OEM'd are probably the ones you build, test and tune from the ground up. I learned that fairly early on.

Repeat · October 9th, 2013, 11:29

I own many AEG's, but the only one that has NEVER given me a problem is my G&P Stoner. I have put countless rounds through it without a single issue. All I have had to do over the last 3 years is adjust the hop up a couple times. She's a tank!

coach · October 9th, 2013, 11:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by Magnaroth

I have replaced all the selector parts, fiddled with the stupid thing dozens of times, and for the life of me, the selector will not function the way it's suppossed to.

Are you the one physically doing the replacing and fiddling? If you can't get it to work, take it to a gun doc.

GBBR · October 9th, 2013, 12:31

The AK selector is a bit finicky in my opinion but if all the gears are lined up in the right way, semi gets semi, full auto gets full auto.

ares G36 is one of the worst guns to buy in terms of reliablity. They where expensive as hell and extremely easy to break only plus was the quick spring.

If you are looking for a cheapie tank gun I recommend the JG G36. for some odd reason, that gun is tank as hell and still survives my " death touch " at games. ask ViraL about my " death touch " if you havent already heard about it LOL

Kingsix · October 9th, 2013, 12:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Magnaroth

Hello ASC,

I have had terrible luck with guns breaking, or malfunctioning in very strange ways.

I have an Ares G36 (not too much of a surprise it's had issues), but my LCT Ak74 has had selector issues that defy the rules of time and space. I have replaced all the selector parts, fiddled with the stupid thing dozens of times, and for the life of me, the selector will not function the way it's suppossed to. But I digress.

I want to know, what have been your most reliable guns?

Do explain more about selector issue on your 74.

Did you by any chance change the selector gear or trigger lock lever with one that is not LCT brand?

brixx · October 9th, 2013, 12:49

ICS M4 full metal on my honest opinion. I have own 4 of these didnt gave me any problem.

DrunkenTeddy · October 9th, 2013, 13:16

I've had great luck with all 3 G&P M4's I've owned, also really liking my new VFC, thing seems unstoppable and if reviews are right should last me for ages without issue.

I had a JG G36 and had several parts break on it. Mostly plastic parts that weren't terribly hard to replace but it was not such a tank for me...

Rabbit · October 9th, 2013, 13:57

I'm a firm believer that any AEG brand can work very reliably when the proper parts have been replaced and your gundoc work is on point.

I'm tricking out a CYMA AK right now. I love the sleeper AEGs.

I'd double and triple check your gundoc work as stated from Kingsix & Coach (and whoever else said the same).

ThunderCactus · October 9th, 2013, 14:05

Rabbit is correct.
Stock aeg's being reliable is a shot in the dark.
Some last 4 years some last 4 minutes.

Most Important thing is having a good gunsmith that knows what they're doing. Ive built a dozen fully upgraded guns that went strong for years. My own 249 didnt have a single mechbox failure in 5 years, still hasnt. The motor got so dirty it stopped working and I had some box mag troubles but never a mechbox failure.

Just put good parts in and rebuild it right. Having a good base helps but its not always critical for reliability.

BloodSport · October 9th, 2013, 14:42

Stock TM gearbox do not open it for any reason till it stops working, which from the ones I have are still going strong 10+ years later. Bone Stock virgin gearboxes, just upgraded my barrels/externals.

hattrick · October 9th, 2013, 15:14

Since it hasn't been mentioned. Real Sword anything.

ThunderCactus · October 9th, 2013, 15:46

Actually yes to realsword, very GOOD proprietary internals.

Danke · October 9th, 2013, 15:47

So for your two selected types of AEG.

G36 = TM

AK74 = TM/VFC

Other types may yield other brands. If you wanted an AK47 with Chicom dress the Real Sword will come up. If you want a M4 then a half dozen choices will present themselves.

Kingsix · October 9th, 2013, 16:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Danke

So for your two selected types of AEG.

AK74 = TM/VFC

TM AK-74 EBB is really out there, screws everywhere! Non standard mechbox, magazine, stock etc.

Upgrading to 400fps on .2s is pretty much impossible currently.

VFC is good, correct number of external screws, correct selector markings, correct trades,Rivets in the right place. They forgot to add vent holes on the handguard :/ but that's really minor issue.

Dboys is a good compromise as long as you are willing to ditch the crappy mechbox and hopup chamber+rubber. And can stand the weird paint that ages well with use.

A new company called E&L has some promising Full steel Aks in the near future.

http://www.popularairsoft.com/news/a...k-aegs-preview

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October 9th, 2013, 10:37	#1
Magnaroth Trader rating Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Waterdown	Most Reliable AEG Hello ASC, I have had terrible luck with guns breaking, or malfunctioning in very strange ways. I have an Ares G36 (not too much of a surprise it's had issues), but my LCT Ak74 has had selector issues that defy the rules of time and space. I have replaced all the selector parts, fiddled with the stupid thing dozens of times, and for the life of me, the selector will not function the way it's suppossed to. But I digress. I want to know, what have been your most reliable guns? __________________ Guardians of Asgaard

October 9th, 2013, 11:29	#3
Repeat Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Barrie, Ontario	I own many AEG's, but the only one that has NEVER given me a problem is my G&P Stoner. I have put countless rounds through it without a single issue. All I have had to do over the last 3 years is adjust the hop up a couple times. She's a tank! __________________ A.K.A. BUDHA ________________ Today's post is brought to you by the letter F Level 2 sniper certified / night operator

October 9th, 2013, 12:49	#7
brixx Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: winnipeg, manitoba	ICS M4 full metal on my honest opinion. I have own 4 of these didnt gave me any problem. __________________

October 9th, 2013, 11:19	#2
Stealth Mr. Silencer Trader rating Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto	I know you're not a fan of ARs, but I've had tremendous success in terms of consistency, reliability and durability with anything OEM'd by VFC - specifically the Knights series, HK416C, Socom Gear Daniel Defense series. Besides that, bone-stock Tokyo Marui's - G36s, SR16s, MP5s. Most everything else has broken down fairly consistently. I would imagine the most reliable AEG not OEM'd are probably the ones you build, test and tune from the ground up. I learned that fairly early on.

October 9th, 2013, 12:31	#5
GBBR Banned Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Toronto	The AK selector is a bit finicky in my opinion but if all the gears are lined up in the right way, semi gets semi, full auto gets full auto. ares G36 is one of the worst guns to buy in terms of reliablity. They where expensive as hell and extremely easy to break only plus was the quick spring. If you are looking for a cheapie tank gun I recommend the JG G36. for some odd reason, that gun is tank as hell and still survives my " death touch " at games. ask ViraL about my " death touch " if you havent already heard about it LOL

October 9th, 2013, 13:16	#8
DrunkenTeddy FatJ Trader rating Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Langley, BC	I've had great luck with all 3 G&P M4's I've owned, also really liking my new VFC, thing seems unstoppable and if reviews are right should last me for ages without issue. I had a JG G36 and had several parts break on it. Mostly plastic parts that weren't terribly hard to replace but it was not such a tank for me...

October 9th, 2013, 13:57	#9
Rabbit formerly FrankieCees, Remylebeau Trader rating Join Date: May 2010 Location: Hamilton	I'm a firm believer that any AEG brand can work very reliably when the proper parts have been replaced and your gundoc work is on point. I'm tricking out a CYMA AK right now. I love the sleeper AEGs. I'd double and triple check your gundoc work as stated from Kingsix & Coach (and whoever else said the same). Last edited by Rabbit; October 9th, 2013 at 14:01..

October 9th, 2013, 14:05	#10
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Rabbit is correct. Stock aeg's being reliable is a shot in the dark. Some last 4 years some last 4 minutes. Most Important thing is having a good gunsmith that knows what they're doing. Ive built a dozen fully upgraded guns that went strong for years. My own 249 didnt have a single mechbox failure in 5 years, still hasnt. The motor got so dirty it stopped working and I had some box mag troubles but never a mechbox failure. Just put good parts in and rebuild it right. Having a good base helps but its not always critical for reliability.

October 9th, 2013, 14:42	#11
BloodSport Traveling Man Trader rating Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan	Stock TM gearbox do not open it for any reason till it stops working, which from the ones I have are still going strong 10+ years later. Bone Stock virgin gearboxes, just upgraded my barrels/externals. __________________ Saskatchewan Age Verifier! Contact for more Info.

October 9th, 2013, 15:46	#13
ThunderCactus Not Eye Safe, Pretty Boy Maximus on the field take his picture! Trader rating Join Date: Feb 2007	Actually yes to realsword, very GOOD proprietary internals.

October 9th, 2013, 15:47	#14
Danke Prancercise Guru Trader rating Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Danger Zone	So for your two selected types of AEG. G36 = TM AK74 = TM/VFC Other types may yield other brands. If you wanted an AK47 with Chicom dress the Real Sword will come up. If you want a M4 then a half dozen choices will present themselves. __________________ Airsoft, where nothing is hurt but feelings.

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