HW98 latch rod question

[Phil B]

Is it possible to change the piston latch rod for a longer one on the HW98? Rather than put a plastic piston extension.
And where to get one, any makers/tuners do these?

Thanks all.

[CuppaT]

Is it possible to change the piston latch rod for a longer one on the HW98? Rather than put a plastic piston extension.
And where to get one, any makers/tuners do these?

Thanks all.

I'm also interested, but with a 95 in mind (same piston)

[Phil B]

I’ve an idea they’re out there for the TX, surely there are more HW about to make it worth doing??

[Craigjohnmaz]

Have you tried NickG he has hw latch rods made

[Shed tuner]

it's more about the fixing in the piston... UNlike TX200s whcih just screw in with an M10 thread, I think the HW rods are pinned into the piston heads, and removal can be messy. But should be do-able.

[prosport.177]

it's more about the fixing in the piston... UNlike TX200s whcih just screw in with an M10 thread, I think the HW rods are pinned into the piston heads, and removal can be messy. But should be do-able.

As Jon said the hw rods are pushed in and cross pinned.
The vmach hw glided piston are threaded like the tx pistons.

[lensman57]

Is it possible to change the piston latch rod for a longer one on the HW98? Rather than put a plastic piston extension.
And where to get one, any makers/tuners do these?

Thanks all.

There are quite afew guys who can machine one for you. The 98 piston arrangement is the same as 95 and there are quite a lot of modified 95s about.
Gibney, Leach and the likes should be your first port of call.

A.G

[robs5230]

Is it possible to change the piston latch rod for a longer one on the HW98? Rather than put a plastic piston extension.
And where to get one, any makers/tuners do these?

Thanks all.

I reckon the cost and effort to achieve this will be prohibitive and no better than a head extension.
Try a TBT head extension.

In my opinion, I 'd stick with standard stroke and get the shot cycle better. My 95 was the best springer I've ever owned and standard stroke. The shorter stroke needs more spring energy which does quicken the cycle but I feel is a little harsher than a well fettled standard stroke length

[peddy]

I'd recommend tbt piston extensions, I've used a 8mm one on my 97, the fit is perfect and makes a big difference. Imo not worth the hassle and expense of altering the rod.

[Phil B]

I ordered a kit off Nick (Tinbum), so that’s likely to be enough in my .22 ‘98, I ultimately want a .17, so this is research for the future now.