Introduction the Indian Creek Designs Bushmaster 2000 Was Released in 1998, As Competition to Other Electro- Pneumatic Markers Like the WDP Angel
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Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Introduction The Indian Creek Designs Bushmaster 2000 was released in 1998, as competition to other electro- pneumatic markers like the WDP Angel. The prototype marker had been around since late 1996. Named after a previous pump marker also designed by Jerry Dobbins when he was part of Line SI (as well as the commonly available version of the M-16 Assault Rifle), the Bushmaster (or “Bushy” for short) is commonly referred to as a “B2k#” where ‘#’ is the year of manufacture. For example, a 2004 Bushmaster would be referred to as a B2k4. “Gen” references are also more common among the tinkerers among us. The Gen was done to distinguish between the different milled body styles. The word “Bushmaster” was later dropped due to copy right infringement with the assault rifle. Now, the term B2K refers to all Bushies produced before 2004, and B2k4 refers to the Bushies made after 2004. This time line has been reviewed by several ‘authorities,’ but is by no means the last word. If you have additional information, or corroborated proof of an error, then by all means, please contact me (DarrylHadfield) at ICDO and let me know so I can update this document. Date of last update: June 1st, 2007. Page 1 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 1 Bushmaster 2000 In 1998, Indian Creek Designs produced their first electro-pneumatic marker, and called it the Bushmaster. This first generation came in only a very simple, very boxy milling pattern. Single colors of black or clear were the only option. The Gen1 Bushmasters ran from Serial # 0001 through 1500. The solenoid that runs the core pneumatic functions was a Parker 3-way solenoid, mounted to a manifold which in turn was mounted to the main body of the marker. The High Pressure Regulator (HPR) was a direct-screw in (up?!) that could not be replaced with an aftermarket regulator unless you also purchased a new vertical ASA. A low-rise feed-neck was standard on this marker, as was a single piece delrin bolt held in place by an aluminum pull pin. Ball Stops consisted of a single autococker-style screw-in ball detent. The .45 style trigger frame can still be found in circulation as of the writing of this document; many other types have been produced as aftermarket add-ons. The two-finger trigger had started to gain popularity, despite later being changed to a blade-style. Early boards had a 12 pin configuration. Later electronics consisted of an 8200 board (with a 22 pin header), which is somewhat difficult to find now. The board had 4 firing modes, was capped at 13bps in semi-automatic mode, and 9bps in other modes. The Battery tray didn’t have an access panel to change the 9v battery without removing the tray from the body. The first 150 of these models had an adjustable cylinder assembly. This was later dropped due to patent infringement with the Angel cylinder. Page 2 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 2 Bushmaster 2000 The second generation Bushmaster 2000 was essentially the first generation, but with newer teardrop milling and offered in additional colors (as well as in a high-gloss finish) than the original black and silver. Miscellaneous problems from the first generation were corrected in this newer model. Page 3 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 3 Bushmaster 2000 The third generation Bushmaster offered slightly different teardrop milling from the second gen model (the bottom edge of the ‘teardrops’ are all aligned at the bottom edge, as shown in the image). The LPR adjuster was changed to be slotted instead of dual holes (so it could now be adjusted with a coin), and a high-rise feedneck was incorporated to address chopping issues. Page 4 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 4 Bushmaster 2000 The Gen 4 Bushmaster featured ‘fishbone’ milling in addition to the Gen 3 Style teardrop milling. The battery door is now milled into the tray to offer faster battery changes, and a slightly new style of dome sticker (commonly referred to as a “Jewel”) came on the outside of the battery door. Page 5 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 5 Bushmaster 2000 The new Gen 5 bushmaster has an updated high pressure regulator that features a new plunger and a heavier spring to handle pre-set high-pressure tanks that output at 800+ PSI. The LPR was also revised to accommodate faster recharge and higher air flow. Serial numbers for Gen 4 and 5 Bushmasters were between 7200 and 7299, Gen 5's guaranteed were 7300+ Page 6 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 5 Bushmaster 2000 with LCD The Bushmaster 2000 II was essentially a Gen5 but with a new 22 pin 8200 board with 8 fire modes (instead of the original 4), but still with the 13bps max ROF. The new board also handles support for the LCD mounted at the back of the tray, which shows ROF, Mode, Game Timer, and Shot Counter. The daughter board in the tray also supports the upcoming “Paintball Detection System” (PDS). Page 7 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 6 Bushmaster 2000 The Gen 6 Bushmaster 2000 built on the legacy by incorporating a new “X milled” body (designed by Jerry Dobbins) - This marked the end of the TearDrop and Fishbone milling. The barrel was redesigned as a single-piece 12” unit, and a new smaller 700psi HPR gauge replaced the old larger Ashcroft Gauge. Available with optional LCD Page 8 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 7 Bushmaster 2000 The biggest change to note for the Gen7 was the change to a blade trigger, which all the faster guns of the times came with. Available with optional LCD Page 9 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 8 Bushmaster 2000 The Gen 8 Bushmaster 2000 sported a new 2 piece 12" aluminum barrel. The HPR plunger was changed to delrin for higher performance. The Gen 8 also comes in 4 milling version, X, Frostbite, Flame and a Special Edition (shown) The special edition was designed by Hawk Dobbins, and is actually a milled defiant body. There were only two Special Editions made. Available with optional LCD Page 10 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 8 GS “Frostbite” Bushmaster The Gen 8 Bushmaster 2000 GS FrostBite Edition (designed by Greg Schutte) came with a 2 piece matching anodized 12" aluminum barrel, window milling on upper tube with milled aluminum insert, and a new LPR adjustment cap with hex key adjustment. A new ASA adapter and In-Line HPR and new 2- piece pull pin with pawn hat added to the ‘newness’ of this marker. Available with or without LCD, and with or without PDS Page 11 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 8 Flame Bushmaster The Gen 8 Flame Bushmaster 2000 was essentially the same as the other Gen8 markers, but with the highly distinctive Flame body (designed by Hawk Dobbins). This flame design was actually a second version. The original version was designed by Chris Moores of Alpine Precision for the local Idaho team “Aftermath.” GregICD has one of the original versions, with a T1 kit (shown to the right). Page 12 of 21 Bushmaster Chronology ICD Owners’ Group http://www.icd-owners.com By “DarrylHadfield” Special thanks to Greg Schutte (“GregICD”) for editing. ICDU: Your Best source for Tips, Tricks, Mods, and Information on ICD Markers Gen 9 Bushmaster 2000 A cry of joy was heard in the ICD owners’ community when the Gen9 was released; a standard In-Line ASA threaded regulator became standard issue.