Compatibiliy:
Shocker SFT and NXT trgigers are generally not interchangeable. You must purchase the correct NXT trigger or you will loose some functionality with the trigger adjustments. While it may be possible to install an older SFT trigger in an NXT frame, you would loose the ability to control the trigger pull weight, and the back ide of the trigger might hit the microswitch (and would need to be filed/grinded down).
Aftermarket NXT Triggers:
Many Shocker NXT triggers have been released over the years, although most of them are no longer made at the time of this writing.
Generally, manufacturers will use a similar design and hardware for any variation they make. For instance, set screw threads will be the same, position of adjustment set screws will be the same, etc.
| Smart Parts NXT stock trigger | The Shocker stock trigger uses a blade shape with a chamfered front face. Naturally, these triggers (and all other Smart Parts triggers) utilize the factory trigger adjustment screw system. |
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| New Designz Slik NXT trigger | This trigger was based off the same style NDZ originally manufactered for Shocker SFT markers, although this version was updated for the NXT trigger adjustment system. Trigger pivot bearing included. |
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| Custom Products Rake trigger | This was the first of two CP triggers for Shocker NXT markers. Trigger pivot bearing included. |
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| Custom Products Sling trigger | This was the second of two CP triggers for Shocker NXT markers. Trigger pivot bearing included. |
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| Critical Impact NXT trigger | This Critical trigger was based on the previous version from the Shocker SFT era, but with new NXT set screw adjustments. Trigger pivot bearing included. |
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| Violent Shocker NXT trigger | The Violent trigger was machined from delrin, like many of the other Violent triggers for other markers. Trigger pivot bearing included. |
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Trigger Removal/Installation:
You may find the need to remove your trigger if large amounts of dirt or debris get clogged between it and the frame. Alternately, trigger removal is required in order to install an aftermarket trigger, obviously. Here are steps to take:
- It is possible to remove and reinstall the trigger without taking the rest of the marker apart. However, it will be easier to do if you remove the frame from the body. That is what I describe in this paragraph.
1. Remove the grips and disconnect the wire harness from the lower board. Separate the frame from the body by removing the two frame screws (5/32" allen wrench with stock NXT frame), gently set the body aside.
2. Remove the threaded trigger pin using a 1/16" allen wrench. This is the small screw located directly above the trigger in the frame, on the left side only.
The trigger will then slide down and out from the frame, however you may wish to unscrew a few of the trigger's set screws if they are adjusted too far out (specifically, the pre-travel screw). If you have a lot of difficulty, use a 5/64" allen wrench to remove the trigger rest component from behind the trigger; this will make removal easier.
3. Once the trigger is out, slide in the new trigger and reinstall the threaded trigger pin. Some triggers require different instructions (such as the CP roller trigger, refer to their instructions if necessary). When reinstalling the trigger, aim the return spring so that it gets hooked inside the top of the trigger rest. If you removed the trigger rest prior to installing the new trigger, reinstall it now and pay the same attention to aligning the trigger spring with the top of the rest.
Adjust the trigger set screws to your preference.
4. Reconnect the frame with the body, while being sure not to pinch the wire harness during reassembly. Reconnect the wire harness and reinstall the two frame screws.
Related Links:
· NXT Trigger adjustment
· Microswitch tensioner mod
· Flipped switch mod (required for NXT triggers)