installing a critical frame to my gz timmy

[rauleetoe]

Ok guys, so i got a critical frame. I did my best to install it, and i realized im going to need a whole new set of hoses,and two shorter frame screws(the ones that hold it to the body), and i eventually will need a new led/wiring because i tore one led wiring on accident removing it from the 2k2 frame.

Anyhoot, i was curious about the screws as to how to be sure they're the short ones i need for the thinner/lower profile critical frame.

[toolittletoolate]

One thing you can do it this,
Screw them into the body, with the frame on, then either tap or use a pen to mark on the threads how long it should be, then cut it a tad bit shorter so you wont puncture them.
Remember to only screw them in till they get hard to turn, don't torch them down.
I believe Alias frame screws are too long, but you can always use washers.
That's what I did with my old Critical frame.

[rauleetoe]

ok but how would i cut them down? would it not just be easier to find the proper length screw? im almost tempted to go to lowe's or Ace hardware store and see if i can find something a bit shorter.

[battlechaser]

ok but how would i cut them down? would it not just be easier to find the proper length screw? im almost tempted to go to lowe's or Ace hardware store and see if i can find something a bit shorter.

Dremel with a cut off wheel, or you could use a bench grider... vice + hacksaw. But like you said, you could just go to Lowes/Ace and match a screw. Just make sure it's long enough to hold on the frame, but short enough to not puncture the body.

[shock976]

The critical frame takes alias style frame screws. You should be fine with those.

[shock976]

If you cut down the screws, make sure to file the end that you cut so that you do not mess up the threads inside the body of the gun.