The G&G LevAR has a bit of a reputation for its internal tappet plate deciding to retire early, especially if you try to get fancy with lever upgrades or short stroking. For this episode, Stupid Airsoft demonstrates that when this specific plastic bit snaps, your fancy airsoft rifle essentially becomes a very expensive paperweight that can't feed BBs. To avoid this tragedy, he introduces an enhanced replacement part from Bristol Based Airsoft that promises to be more resilient than the original factory version.

The installation process involves a fair amount of surgical precision and a hope that you don't lose tiny pieces. He walks us through field stripping the lower receiver, popping out pins, and carefully removing the gas reservoir. He warns viewers to keep a close eye on a pesky little ball bearing near the selector switch, which has a habit of attempting a daring escape the moment you open the casing. If you've ever played "find the spring" on a shag carpet, you know exactly why he emphasizes this.

Once the guts of the rifle are exposed, the broken tappet plate is swapped for the new, sturdier version. After navigating a sea of small screws and ensuring everything aligns without snapping, the rifle is pieced back together. While Stupid Airsoft admits he’s filming this in a bit of a tenet-style reverse timeline, the takeaway is clear: replacing this fragile component is a proactive move to keep your lever-action fun from ending in a chorus of disappointing clicks.