Spudrocket Model 1

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RalseTerth
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Fri Apr 13, 2007 1:32 pm

Yeah, this is my first potato gun, the Spudrocket! It has breech loading, and it can fit multiple barrels. The primary barrel is 3/4", and there's a 2" muzzle for shooting tennis balls. Here's some pics (I'll have damage shots up soon):
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Fri Apr 13, 2007 2:13 pm

It's pretty good for your first cannon, and you did a good job with the priming. BTW, how does a tennis ball fit in a 2" muzzle?
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Fri Apr 13, 2007 2:16 pm

pretty cool i would seriously consider a modded sprinkler instead of the ball valve but i like the look kinda cool
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Fri Apr 13, 2007 6:37 pm

Yeah a modded sprinkler valve would give better performance (so Ive been told. Ijust cant afford one yet :lol: ) But its a seriously nice cannon. Have fun mate.
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Fri Apr 13, 2007 7:17 pm

Oh yeah, a modified sprinkler valve will improve performance like you wouldn't believe. When I added one to my first marble cannon, the increase in power scared the crap out of me. That same cannon can now send .5" metal ball bearing easily through 2x4s with my 5' barrel!
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Fri Apr 13, 2007 8:18 pm

i very very very highly dought u got a marble to go throug ha 2x4 with a ball bearing and a sprinkler valve..i want pics..
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Sat Apr 14, 2007 10:50 pm

I would suggest setting up a spring system to open that valve quicker plus it is much easier to aim.
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