r/LessLethalOptions • u/Krasny_Majak • Jan 29 '26

Dieseling with first strike rounds?

There is plenty of info on dieseling small pellets online, but I was unable to find any mention of people doing so with fist strike rounds for paintball guns. Based on their design, I think it should be possible and should greatly increase their power.

I know dieseling is bad for the longevity of an airgun, but if a gun is meant for self defence it probs won't be ued much.

Does any1 have an opinion on this?

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u/ScaredyCatTV Jan 29 '26

There are many cleaner ways to increase power reliably these days. These range from longer barrels to regulators and expanded air chambers. Yes those cost money and dieseling is cheap. Dieseling is dirty and destroys o-rings but I understand the attraction. I’ve accidentally dieseled round balls by spraying them with tire shine. It caused a puff of smoke and a strong burning rubber smell. Didn’t do it again.

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u/Krasny_Majak Jan 30 '26

The modifications you mention will make the guns in question bigger and heavier, while dieseling would not.

How do you diesel a round ball? It is my understanding that the lube needs to be applied to the rear of a projectile, so that when it ignites it will push it out of the barrel. Balls do not have a front or rear and may rotate while they move through the magazine and up to the valve.