Suppressors Question about Ultra 9 on .22lr

[sjc929]

i have an Ultra 9 30CB suppressor. Last year I had a 40X repeater conversion build done by Jelrod. I had a 26" Krieger put on it, and had him thread it for a Thunder Beast .22 Takedown, which I intended to get this year. But, the idea of going through the hassle to get a new suppressor is unappealing to me now, and I'm trying to get a RRS tripod setup now, which will suck all my spare funds for quite a while. So, I'm contemplating the idea of picking up a .223 CB brake, putting it on the 40X, and just using my Ultra 9. The pros in my mind are 1) cheap, easy, fast 2) the point of the 40X was to closely imitate my AI AT, and using the same can will only further the similarities in feel. The cons are mostly in fouling. I know what lead rimfire rounds do to a suppressor, and I know why almost all rimfire suppressors are designed to be user serviceable and dissasembled. I know this could work and that people have done it as long as the can is cleaned.

My question is, would anyone advise going this route, or is it going to be a huge pain that isn't worth it, and just go for a .22 Takedown? I don't dump several hundred rounds when I take the 40X out, usually 50-100, and in a month I might shoot 300 rounds (Lapua Center-X) through it. With this kind of volume, how much of a problem will the fouling be? Finally, if I did go this route, what would be a good way to clean the lead/carbon fouling out of the sealed Ultra 9 can? Appreciate any insight anyone can offer me.

 

[Geno C.]

I've never scoped the inside of my centerfire cans so I can't say whether or not the build up would be cleaned out or not. I can say that my new 22 takedown is rediculously quiet! I say take the jump to a small 22 can and you will be much happier.

 

[Night Assassin]

I can say I'm in the same boat as you are, Just got a 40x from Mike B. It is also in a AIAX chassis. I have Surefire cans and I don't like the idea of using it on a Rimfire. They are a lot dirtier than centerfire. I would invest in a nice take down 22 can. Like others have said it will be smaller and quieter.

 

[sjc929]

Appreciate the responses. I'm sure the best way to go is get a dedicated .22 can, I'm just more interested in a tripod setup now, and don't feel like going through the hassle of getting another suppressor. On the other hand, if the new laws go into place, finding a suppressor in the near future will probably be nearly impossible with all the orders that will go through. I guess I'm just contemplating how many headaches I would create for my self by screwing the Ultra 9 onto the 40X. Thanks for the responses.

 

[bab029]

FWIW, a quick google search says that the suppressor dip method doesn't harm titanium, which would be just about the only way I can think of to get vapor deposited lead out of a sealed can. However, in my career so far I've seen metals interact with chemicals in ways that surprised everyone involved, so do tread cautiously if you decide to try it and do your research. I'v positive that this route will not come recommended by Thunder Beast.


Edited to add....rimfire cans are cheap compared to centerfire cans...especially TB. I just bought my ultra 9, and the hassle wasn't too bad so far through Silencer shop, so I'm thinking an AAC Aviator for under $500 tax stamp included doesn't sound too bad at all...Since my trust is in the kisok, and my dealer is "powered by", I can buy one and get the paperwork on the way from my couch. I wish all that wouldn't have gone down between SS and SiCo and Dead Air, because both companies have some really great products....but this first one was just too stinking easy to shop anywhere else for what is arguably at least comparably performing products.

 

[sideburn]

I'd vote to leave your can alone, wait until the fund money jar fills back up and get that RRS setup. A dedicated can is the way to go.

I'm in the same boat. Really wanted a revolver I was eyeing or the RRS. I went RRS and OMG it is awesome!!!! Maybe in 6-9 months I'll go back and get the revolver but so happy I didn't compromise and get a cheaper tripod setup to spread the funds around.

 

[sjc929]

That's what I figured. Even with the tax stamp, I can get a .22 Takedown for less $600, so it's just a question of what I want more now. I've read about the dip method and similar, and none of them seem like something I'm particularly excited to try on my $1100 Ultra 9. Appreciate all the insight and opinions.

 

[Night Assassin]

On the other note the really right stuff tripod set ups are awesome. I've been running one now for about six months and I'm super satisfied

 

[Shane C.]

Shoot your Ultra on it until you can get TD.

The "dip", won't hurt the can. The can should be cleaned periodically anyway. CLR works pretty good for center fire crud, but sometimes a round of vinegar/peroxide helps break it up as well. The weight of the can will tell you when to clean it, as long as you have an accurate scale. A couple ounces is a lot inside a can, better to stay ahead of it.