Airsoft Gas Blowback Maintenance Guide

[@edim108]

It always amazes me just how close to the real firearms these well made gas blowback replicas are. It's pretty much as close to being a firearm without being able to convert it into an actual gun. Even the field stripping and cleaning are spot on like you'd do on a real firearm!

[@jonsingleton203]

It's insane I've been shooting real guns way longer than I've been into airsoft and first time I broke down a GBBR I was like WTF this looks just like a real M4

[@mlee6050]

​@@jonsingleton203as of experience, how often should one service them

[@germinlao5299]

​@mlee6050 i may be late, but usually after every game, you should clean and relube and regrease the bolt carrier, nozzle, etc. Basically anything that moves with the press of the trigger in a game. For the more tricky internals, you dont have to do it after every game, but depending on how often it is used, you will have to clean it after a few months to about every year to get all that gunk off and re-grease it

[@DashzRight]

Have you seen or tried the GHK Glock 17 Gen 3 Steel?

[@opairsoft8100]

If your not using a 55 gallon drums worth of silicone oil after every airsoft game, your going to break your gun and the magazines will explode

[@Floofrer]

Just get extra guns smh

[@opairsoft8100]

@@Floofrer don’t encourage my addiction, I’m already at 30 of them

[@shanks0307]

@@opairsoft8100break even and get to 50

[@beethechamp6277]

Just buy more pew pew devices

[@rcnewman51.]

I just soak my guns and mags in a 55 gallon barrel of lube after every game

[@VexingWeeb]

giving product code is an absolute goat addition

[@jacplac97]

One of the best things about most GBB guns, is how their insides are nearly an exact copy, of real gun. If you don't know how to disassembly yours, you can just look at online tutorial for real one.

[@RecklessGenesis]

As a user of real Guns and Airsoft guns alike I can tell you that they are far from the same in the Inside😂 Maybe this Looks Like It To You but it's not

[@luisitobardajibenitez8013]

did that for my Mk23 yesterday

[@Corvid]

Stellar information! Just got back into airsoft after a decade break, SO awesome to see that detailed and accurate videos are around these days! As much as I don't mind doing what I've always done and working everything out hands on by trial and error, it's badass having channels like this to make getting back up to speed easier. I just want an easy life in airsoft these days, I've done my time running AEGs at 40RPS, so thanks man, your channel is fantastic!

[@leftylo5tar309]

This video was extremely helpful. My gun came with a lot of factory grease so it probably wasn't necessary to clean and re-lube it, but I did anyway. For context, there was so much grease that it was oozing out of the cracks and the fire selector lol.

[@MAXIMUS23556]

Im amazed how much detail went into this.

[@stephenadkins6425]

Very much love this channel, its informative along with having good visuals. Gas guns are great and rather unique in a sea of AEGs. Great video.

[@thetwixlord]

Excellent guide. Bookmarked and saved for future reference! This video, together with the gas maintenance video, is a perfect starting point and/or reference for people with GBBR's. Keep up the good work!

[@aaronwang8974]

My new AAP’s nozzle keeps getting stuck forward after short stroking even after I used silicone oil to lube it, this video is really a life saver, after applying some ptfe grease to all surfaces my Aap now cycles very smooth, thank you for making this tutorial !

[@fezzingtons]

Fuckin hell, knocked this guide clean out of the park with concise, detailed info. Learnt many little things but also nice to know that i already do like 3/4 of it. I haven't disassembled the trigger groups of any of my gas guns and mostly use a few drops of oil every now and again - part of that is fear of not being able to reassemble but increasingly i think its laziness, i really should give back some of the love they've given me over the years though. edit: also, just discovered your channel, easiest sub click ever...

[@darkoflight4938]

Great stuff, right to the point without beating around the bush. Great video!

[@monsieurlunik5270]

Well I have been doing everything wrong for years, so thank you very much !

[@444Kevintje]

Thank you for the guide. I have my first GBB, first game with it in 2 weeks. I ordered the grease and will follow your guide to maintain it.

[@JamesMelton]

Your mag video was great, but then I found this one and became a subscriber. Outstanding, and super helpful and right to the point. Exactly the sort of content I need!

[@Terminatorbart]

Love that Aug on the wall!

[@SpecialWeaponsAndPlastic]

Superbly well made guide. A lot of good information regarding grease and oil which was new to me. I'll use this as my go-to source of information and redirect all queries here. Great job guys!

[@jonathanmiller6393]

Love the retro rifles especially the Car 15

[@walterbryan1798]

Wow wow wow. Where has this video been my entire BB life?!

[@KiLLJOY1056]

I do it mainly for practice for when I get the real thing, not because it needs it. It’s also fun and relaxing to do it. Maybe I just love gunsmithing etc

[@TOTALRECOILAIRSOFT]

Bravo! 👏👏 An excellent guide. Looking forward to your next vid!

[@echo_cx0374]

Looking forward to more videos from you, GBB Orientated Airsoft channels are few and far between, and it's incredibly helpful to have content surrounding a niche part of an already niche sport.

[@jsolidd713]

So much better than all the other videos i’ve been watching. Thank you!

[@MrDynemar]

This helps so much for me, Just got my first GBBR, thanks alot :D

[@galteeboy84]

Another superb video. Ordering that specific lube as I speak. Keep these really informative videos coming please.

[@charslapp285]

Dude this video has helped with my m733 soooooo much!

[@philipobeirne]

Thank you for a very instructive video. Very helpful

[@DaVid-ju7ee]

Wow that´s one hell of a gun wall you got there.

[@mccleetoris7296]

I'm about to buy a gbbr M4 for siplay mostly but I'm still gonna do this as soon as I get it just so it's perfect

[@FlunkedPunk]

love your rifle setup

[@Deus1236]

The legend himself! Looks like you might be riding the algorithm soon, KZbin overlords willing....

[@OtakuGekko]

Great guide as always

[@JorgeLTE]

Amazing content as always! Thanks so much!

[@sungyongahn9872]

Thank you very much for the kind guide on GBB cleaning. I was wondering what kind of bolt carrier and nozzle that you use on m4. Metal nozzle look really nice.

[@sungyongahn9872]

Never mind, it was a Vipertech. I never saw vipertech m4 internal and man it looks so real.

[@Aaron-zf3gd]

Great video thanks! So I can use grade2 Super lube for almost every single part of the GBB pistol, including the nozzle, piston and O-ring?

[@piston0609]

Nice video very helpful. I also watched the one about magazines but that looked more complicated!! If I use dry gas can y just apply a bit of these super lube, maybe the oil will be more suited for that, directly on the gaskets and seal of the magazine? So this would replace the benefit of oiled green gas? Cheers

[@elijahindoraptor9249]

Now I can confidently start with a VFC HK53 GBBR

[@b-swazy316]

Dude awesome video been having this feeling silicone is not the way, I don’t use it on my polarstar O-rings AND they don’t recommend you do. Can my tech savvy grease work?

[@b-swazy316]

TechT gun sav to be specific

[@stu600cc]

Thanks for the video. You have any recommendations for tools that a GBBR owner should possess.

[@Diavolo989]

Banger guide you are definitely pulling me off the fence of wether to buy my first GBBR or not. I was planning to do a nice battle rifle setup with a VFC Mk17(Scar Heavy). Is there anything in particular one should look out for when getting his first GBBR replica other than what you mentioned in this video?

[@emilianozamora399]

Idk if you bought it yet but i have a vfc scar h too and the biggest issue imo is that if you screw in the bottom rail too far it'll start screwing into the inner barrel because of a design flaw, the gun is like 10 years old

[@Diavolo989]

@@emilianozamora399 In the end I bought my first GBBR about a month ago. I found a nice offer on a gen2 VFC 416 A5. Thanks for the pointers though I am still planning of getting a Scar H later down the line for a more DMR/Battle rifle setup

[@Existing-Courage192]

@@Diavolo989how is the 416 doing? Tempted to buy a gen 3

[@Diavolo989]

@@Existing-Courage192 Hi there, 416a5 has been great (I do have a second hand Gen 2 though), lots of fun and thanks to the tips in this video I took good care of it. I am now in the middle of calibrating my LPVO for my VFC Scar-H gbbr as my second gas replica. Sold off my secondary AEG and now I'll mainly use gas rifles as the weather in my country allows it's usage 365 days a year!

[@Diavolo989]

@@emilianozamora399 Also hi there, I recently bought the VFC Scar, do you also have that issue where bolt carrier straight up destroys the rear nozzle o-ring? We had to file some of the sharp corners and use a stock o-ring in the back position to avoid this issue.

[@sxckqerz]

quick question: is it mandatory to put a lubricant on the tip of a Co2 cartridge? if yes, should i buy PTFE in a spray can? (there's one that looks like paste in a jar thingy too) i keep being told u need it, u don't, silicone oil is the best, PTFE is the best, synthetic grease is the best and much more so i wanted to ask someone like u

[@planetcaravan2925]

HNBR orings are a good choice if you can source them

[@cillblinton8181]

Nice gbb flamethrower

[@Neboekadnezar]

Great guide! Thanks mate!

[@WinterIsTrash]

Low key bought the wrong super lube how worried should I be before lubing it with the correct lube next time bought the multi purpose synthetic with syncolon (does not mention ptfe

[@sylithics]

You should be super worried.

[@BillLarkinmusic]

Hello Great info. One Q. Can we use a teflon ptfe type lubricant for gbbr?

[@somerandomdude6534]

Great video man. I just recently started using gbb guns, I'll basically be going off what you've said from this video and the magazine one, I just have one question. For magazines, do I leave a little bit of propane in for storage, and if there isn't any leaks, should i apply grease to the o'rings?

[@machonacho95]

Yes, good to leave some propane in the magazines for storage. How much isn't important. If there aren't any leaks, you don't need to grease the o-rings but you can do it once anyway if you want as a sort of preventative maintenance.

[@niko.airsoft]

Is Abbey LT2 recommended too to lube the parts instead of that multi-purpose grease?

[@Dumbanddumber0]

Can you make a video on how a gas blow back functions?

[@pedh6806]

Thank you..most useful.

[@MatthewSoPFS]

just keep it away from silicone rubber. Is that mean don’t use on hop up rubber only?

[@PatrickBergensen-kali-yuga2005]

Amazing video dude!

[@thelastpeacelord1584]

Is that a gas m16 with wood furniture?! Patrolling the Mojave almost makes you wish for a nuclear winter..

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

We won't go quietly, the Legion can count on that.

[@jeromieb038]

What model is your rifle I like it

[@elfguy2007]

Awesome video.

[@chesschad81]

Thanks for the awesome tutorial! I have an AAP-01 coming on the way, and I've ordered Super Lube as you recommended. But to be clear, are you saying I don't need _any_ silicone oil at all? (This will be my first GBB, and I'm using propane with an adapter.)

[@joehernandez2506]

Not really the grease and the synthetic oil will be all you need

[@Splomf]

Have you tried Krytox 205 grade 0? It seems like a great readily available grease for this. Very popular with custom keyboards.

[@jsn1499]

Love the music!

[@oxApplePkerxo]

Regarding fps reduction.. I cannot find styrene tubing in my country but I do need to reduce the power of my MWS two nozzles from 1.7J and 2J to 1.5J. Do you think an 3x5mm hose pvc hose would work? How much of a drop should I expect?

[@DutchessNDukes]

Hey, just wanted to know what a good alternative is to super lube since I can't find it in Europe at all. Good guide - Thanks

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

Ideally, you want to find a grease with the following set of characteristics: -Safe for o-rings and plastic. Look for compatibility information, and ensure it is considered 'compatible' with nitrile rubber and plastics. -NLGI grade 0-2, preferably 0 or 1, but 2 is the most common. -Includes some form of boundary lubricant additive, such as PTFE or molybdenum. All that said, we recommended Super Lube specifically because it is available in both the US and Europe, so if you can't find it locally you may need to hunt around a bit.

[@MVKHXV]

can i use a ultrasonic bath for cleaning?

[@cuddlyizzykitty22]

Please make a mk14 ebr gasblowback green gas relubrication

[@michaelmccr3294]

Wouldn't LT2 gun grease work too as I know it's used for aeg gears but it does state its ideal for gbbrs too. Also is it ok to tiny grease the springs too?

[@oxApplePkerxo]

How would you go about checking TM mws nozzle piston head seal?

[@christianl6296]

Would you still run a silicone propane mix in the mags if you lube your gun this way. Or does it take away the need for the added silicone propane mix?

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

No need for silicone, dry propane is fine.

[@King4teen1]

Bought parts for my tm hi capa 5.2 and forgot to by lube should I only buy the super lube synthetic grease or should I both of the super lubes

[@SilentForest-cs9dm]

I'll never understand how this isn't FUN for people but a chore

[@I.G_NL]

Is that a real aimpoint? I just ordered a we tech xm177 and want to get a similar sight.

[@SpitOnYourGraveY2K]

I was told that when cleaning airsoft guns in general you dont want to push your cleaning rod with the little paper attached into the hopup otherwise you can mess it up. Anyone have any ideas whether this was wrong or not? also in what instances would that be okay if its okay at all?

[@TheWolvesCurse]

is there a special recommendation for non-blowback gas guns?

[@hamsack981]

Can you use white lithium grease?

[@DasKrampusAirsoft]

Can you use brake cleaner to clean parts?

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

It'll work for metal parts, but we tend to think it's overkill, given that airsoft guns don't really get all that dirty in use by the standards of cars or guns. Soap, water, and isopropyl are generally all you need. But if you do want to use brake cleaner, we suggest keeping it away from anything plastic or rubber, and be sure to thoroughly clean it off when done.

[@IneptVirus]

I just store my GBB pistol suspended inside the lube. Much easier

[@paulisaperson0516]

I was told to use olive oil. Bonus is that it makes my gun smell good when firing

[@Captain_Coleslaw]

Is it ok to use lithum grease with PTFE for GBBR's?

[@sh0ryualfa393]

2:25 Noob question: Won't the isopropyl alcohol damage the hop-up rubber by doing that?

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

Both nitrile and silicone rubbers (the only materials anyone's making hop rubbers out of nowadays) are unharmed by isopropyl alcohol, so it's a good solvent for cleaning residue off. It also won't harm plastic, unlike acetone, making it a pretty safe solvent for cleaning airsoft guns in general.

[@sh0ryualfa393]

Thanks man I appreciate your reply. 👍👍

[@Jd-jb9fs]

Where do you get all your vintage optics

[@visalagerbom2389]

Doesnt the isopropyl alcohol damage the hop up bucking?

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

Isopropyl alcohol is safe for nitrile rubber. We don't recommend using anything stronger (like acetone) because nitrile may absorb it and temporarily swell, but isopropyl is fine.

[@KhoaNguyen-nk4zg]

Hi bro, I've heard many people say to never lubricate the hammer and bolt carrier real steel contacts, is this true for a gbbr (and specifically our viper tech)?

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

The hammer on a real firearm is typically under more tension than its airsoft equivalent, but no reason not to apply a light layer of grease. On a steel fire control group like the VT has, the carrier and hammer typically polish against one another pretty quickly and then don't wear further- the grease just keeps the cycling smooth rather than preventing wear.

[@MOTARACTUAL]

Can you use a barrel snake?

[@Capellix0001]

Nice video

[@MartyMcfly4890]

What sort of O rings do WE M4's use? I have done a lot of research and it seems like silicon oil is recommended for O rings, and PTFE grease for metal on metal. I just got a WE XM, but have no idea what sort of lube to use apart from PTFE grease. Others say PTFE grease is not safe for the o rings, specifically Superlube Grade 2, and to use silicon oil for that. Is silicon oil ok for nitrile o rings or no? I was sort of confused by that section of the video. Can't really find any good definite sources on the net on what to use.

[@ExplosiveEnterprises]

WEs are almost exclusively nitrile rubber. Silicone (not silicon) oil is safe for nitrile o-rings, it just isn't ideal, and will tend to need more frequent reapplication. Per the manufacturer's chemical compatibility chart, standard Super Lube grease is also safe for nitrile rubber, which is why we recommend it (and have had great success using it in a wide variety of replicas and magazines). If someone is saying it isn't safe for the o-rings, we would like to see substantiation or at least an explanation of why.

[@MartyMcfly4890]

@@ExplosiveEnterprises Just a review I found when I was browsing. I think they may be talking about a different type, then again, probably no basis at all. Thanks for the help! I'll definitely be picking some of the grade 2 up.

[@blackphysicalexperimentation]

I use co2 with silicon oil or gas with silicon oil

[@Cotelic]

how much should you do this a year?

[@bungeebat8063]

It's not necessarily a matter of how often you do it, it's if the gun needs it

[@DEMON_CHILD709]

With propane how do o rings and such get lubbed?

[@beygiewastaken]

im late but i think you have to do it manually with silicone oil

[@bogdantrestianu]

does general purpose lube 205 Grade 0 work? aka krytox 205 g0

[@whattheshit4936]

I've been into guns for years and was just now thinking of getting into airsoft for good old larping fun, and I am absolutely dying over here watching you basically field strip the AR just like a real one. That is amazing! Airsoft has come a long way the last couple decades... EDIT: THERE'S A BOLT CARRIER WTF

[@JacobE-23]

Lol, just with Gbbrs. Not with AEGs

[@chrismacmillan2571]

What does it mean when it jams in auto

[@referenceplz5547]

Is grease also good for plastic?

[@markusdee6136]

can you please do GBB ak?

[@tugsthesecond8709]

is that martini henry airsoft?

[@HongyiMC]

What brand is the gun in the video? And what model

[@ninjadoge2006]

i do wonder if its similar to co2

[@AliceDDDD]

What about ballistol?

[@victormontes8606]

Where did you get the aimpoint 5000??

[@darrengoh4338]

Hi guys I just bought a Smc9 it’s brand new do I need to do maintenance?I not sure how to do it and I scared I’ll damage it haha

[@brecibros2469]

So is using non silicone oil green gas recommended or does it really not matter

[@Live1509]

It's important to use green gas without lubricant, it does matter.

[@brecibros2469]

@@Live1509 okay, thank you

[@johnsada52]

Is that a real auto sear?

[@anri4774]

Brotha, what Makarov is that?

[@zongquanzheng8309]

OLD SCHOOL