THE TM MWS thread

[itsme]

Friendly reminder: rainbow8 has loading nozzles in stock. 

 

[Uncle Pauly]

Can anyone tell me which product at rainbow8 do I need to make my trigger nice and snappy? The stock one is horrible. I don’t care for the trigger itself but the action.

I have this trigger installed:

https://www.rainbow8.com/products/uac-match-trigger-for-tm-m4a1-mws-type-a-black

Fits fine and works great.

That said, I can't vouch whether it's significantly better than the original, as I have other after-market parts fitted that also contribute to overall 'snappiness' (notably a lightweight bolt and bolt catch).

 

[Laborda]

Hi, 

Can someone make a list of the parts that are needed to build an complete upper set? 

I want to change from CQBR to DMR and DMR to CQBR just by changing the upper set. 

Like... pin off, change upper, pin in... and it's done.

 

[Uncle Pauly]

Can someone make a list of the parts that are needed to build an complete upper set? 

Quite possible, but not off the top of my head! ? (others here may have a more encyclopaedic knowledge of this).

Bolt carrier group, barrel/hop unit and trigger box mechanism are obviously the main component groups, but if you're wanting a list of every single part (down to screws) then I'd suggest your best options are to either:

1. Trawl through sites like Eagle6 and Rainbow8 and make a note of what parts are available; or
   
2. Just consider buying a 'spare' MWS, keeping the the upper and selling off the lower (I'm sure someone here would have it).
   

 

[Laborda]

Quite possible, but not off the top of my head! ? (others here may have a more encyclopaedic knowledge of this).

Bolt carrier group, barrel/hop unit and trigger box mechanism are obviously the main component groups, but if you're wanting a list of every single part (down to screws) then I'd suggest your best options are to either:

1. Trawl through sites like Eagle6 and Rainbow8 and make a note of what parts are available; or
   
2. Just consider buying a 'spare' MWS, keeping the the upper and selling off the lower (I'm sure someone here would have it).
   

Hi. Thanks for the info. 

No, I don't want the complete list peice by piece. That is a lot of work.

I just need to know the most important parts, then I will search what I need to assemble that parts. Like ,screws  

 

[Dread68]

they’re produced and distributed in batches, chances are the next batch will hit retailers in the next few weeks, unfortunately the gun has been a victim of its own success regarding the mags because they are always selling out.

Eagle six have just got a delivery today of mags 

 

[Dread68]

they’re produced and distributed in batches, chances are the next batch will hit retailers in the next few weeks, unfortunately the gun has been a victim of its own success regarding the mags because they are always selling out.

Eagle six have just got a delivery today of mws mags

 

[Cyberlawyer]

Thanks for the info. I have just put an order in.

Out of curiosity how many mags do people run for skirmishing? Currently planning on 9 (6 on plate carrier, 2 on belt and one in the gun). I have the option of running 13 (10 on plate 2 on belt and one I the gun), but I’m concerned that the weight will start to limit my mobility. 

 

[RobHedley]

Thanks for the info. I have just put an order in.

Out of curiosity how many mags do people run for skirmishing? Currently planning on 9 (6 on plate carrier, 2 on belt and one in the gun). I have the option of running 13 (10 on plate 2 on belt and one I the gun), but I’m concerned that the weight will start to limit my mobility. 

Wow 13!!! Are you the worlds strongest man!! I run 7 mags and that is heavy. Better to choose your shots wisely and use tactics to find better firing positions than to collapse in a sweaty heap as you are carrying your own weight in Mags ?

 

[jsmithski]

I got 9 and it’s already on the heavy side and I’m over 6 foot tall.

 

[Cyberlawyer]

Thanks guys,

Not too worried about my ability to get through the day humping the kit (I’ve done worse) more about the fact that it may slow me down from a run to a nice sniper friendly jog. Also the extra two mag pouches fitted to my plate are quite bulky in confined places.

Ill stick with 9 for now and see how it goes, easy enough to sling the extra mags and pouches in my bag and fit them to my plate during the day if I find I keep running out of ammo.

 

[DopeYourScope]

Thanks guys,

Not too worried about my ability to get through the day humping the kit (I’ve done worse) more about the fact that it may slow me down from a run to a nice sniper friendly jog. Also the extra two mag pouches fitted to my plate are quite bulky in confined places.

Ill stick with 9 for now and see how it goes, easy enough to sling the extra mags and pouches in my bag and fit them to my plate during the day if I find I keep running out of ammo.

I only run 7 and I find that enough.

 

[jsmithski]

All depends on the type of game. Milsims may not require lot of ammo. Skirmishes usually need more but then you’re close to off game and can reload any time. I would say 6-7 mags are enough if you CAN shoot  additional ones are just there to allow full auto dumps from time to time.

 

[Uncle Pauly]

I just need to know the most important parts, then I will search what I need to assemble that parts. Like ,screws  

Ah! Got it. In which case you probably want to to break it down into something like:

• Upper receiver (i.e. the metal housing)
  
• Inner barrel
  
• Hop unit (incl. rubber and nub)
  
• Outer barrel
  
• Hand guard rail (upper and lower sections)
  
• Guard rail fixings
  
• Bolt assembly
  
• Nozzle, seal and springs
  
• Charging handle
  
• Buffer
  

...and probably some other stuff I've forgotten.

Ultimately, you're going to be limited to whatever parts are available. So I still think your best bet is to search on Eagle6, Rainbow8 etc and make a list of what can be bought 'off the shelf'. If you're patient, I'm sure you can cobble everything together eventually, but it might end up costing more than just buying another MWS and selling on the lower (especially if you buy second hand). That's what I'd do and be done with it. But I'm impatient!

Thanks for the info. I have just put an order in.

Out of curiosity how many mags do people run for skirmishing? Currently planning on 9 (6 on plate carrier, 2 on belt and one in the gun). I have the option of running 13 (10 on plate 2 on belt and one I the gun), but I’m concerned that the weight will start to limit my mobility. 

7 in total: 6 on my chest rig and one in the gun. I play mostly CQB and find that I rarely get through more than 4 mags by lunchtime; and could probably last all day without reloading if I chose my shots more carefully. But then I play the same way with an AEG. I'm not much into spraying and praying or even suppressing, etc. I leave that to the lads with hi-caps and drum mags ?

 

[Dread68]

Thanks for the info. I have just put an order in.

Out of curiosity how many mags do people run for skirmishing? Currently planning on 9 (6 on plate carrier, 2 on belt and one in the gun). I have the option of running 13 (10 on plate 2 on belt and one I the gun), but I’m concerned that the weight will start to limit my mobility. 

I run 3 on the vest,  2 on the belt and 1 in the gun , and I very rarely use them all. As mentioned above pick your shots , learn your distances ie max range.  

 

[Laborda]

Ah! Got it. In which case you probably want to to break it down into something like:

• Upper receiver (i.e. the metal housing)
  
• Inner barrel
  
• Hop unit (incl. rubber and nub)
  
• Outer barrel
  
• Hand guard rail (upper and lower sections)
  
• Guard rail fixings
  
• Bolt assembly
  
• Nozzle, seal and springs
  
• Charging handle
  
• Buffer
  

...and probably some other stuff I've forgotten.

Ultimately, you're going to be limited to whatever parts are available. So I still think your best bet is to search on Eagle6, Rainbow8 etc and make a list of what can be bought 'off the shelf'. If you're patient, I'm sure you can cobble everything together eventually, but it might end up costing more than just buying another MWS and selling on the lower (especially if you buy second hand). That's what I'd do and be done with it. But I'm impatient!

7 in total: 6 on my chest rig and one in the gun. I play mostly CQB and find that I rarely get through more than 4 mags by lunchtime; and could probably last all day without reloading if I chose my shots more carefully. But then I play the same way with an AEG. I'm not much into spraying and praying or even suppressing, etc. I leave that to the lads with hi-caps and drum mags ?

Thanks a lot for your help. That help's me a lot. 

Another question. 

Pmag's??? were can I find it? 

 

[RobHedley]

Pmag's??? were can I find it? 

I have no personal experience of PMags for the MWS but there have been quite a large amount of posts about people having feeding issues etc with PMags. I am sure someone with actual experience will give you the full facts but giving you a heads up.

 

[Laborda]

I have no personal experience of PMags for the MWS but there have been quite a large amount of posts about people having feeding issues etc with PMags. I am sure someone with actual experience will give you the full facts but giving you a heads up.

wow. I already know that they are more expensive then TM mags, but if they have feeding issues, I will stick whit the original TM mags. 

 

[DopeYourScope]

wow. I already know that they are more expensive then TM mags, but if they have feeding issues, I will stick whit the original TM mags. 

unless iron airsoft has made changes then I was told to steer clear as they had a fair few issues, shame really as they could have made a killing if they were more reliable than TM for stock

 

[Laborda]

unless iron airsoft has made changes then I was told to steer clear as they had a fair few issues, shame really as they could have made a killing if they were more reliable than TM for stock

In my PTW I only use Pmags and I am very satisfied. I thought the version for MWS was also the best option.

I will stick whit the old fashion metal M4 mags