CSA VZ58 Lower Handguard help

[Patt08]

Trying to remove the lower HG to install the FAB defense stuff. Im having a hell of a time getting the pin out for the lower HG. Is there a certain side you need to punch it from? Everything I find is for the CZ rifles, not sure if its different on the CSA models.

Thanks

 

[BeaverMeat]

Punch it from the side that is recessed the most. And hit it harder with a dead-weight hammer or gunsmith hammer. Don't use a carpenters hammer.

 

[bfiles]

Doesn't matter which you punch the pin out.

Just need to give it a few good whacks and not love tap it

 

[Cross94]

Trying to remove the lower HG to install the FAB defense stuff. Im having a hell of a time getting the pin out for the lower HG. Is there a certain side you need to punch it from? Everything I find is for the CZ rifles, not sure if its different on the CSA models.

Thanks

I'm having the same problems, couldn't get it out during the last 15 so times I tried. Ended up taking my rifle back to the gun shop and after the staff tried extracting the pin I was told that it would have to be drilled out. Dunno if it's just the 2014 models or what, but it's definitely proving to be a PITA on my end.

 

[Patt08]

Mine is a 2014 as well. Still trying lol.

 

[Patt08]

Like it literally hasnt even budged a millimeter. For whatever reason this pin looks different than all the other punchable pins on the rifle.

 

[bfiles]

Is it a solid pin or a roll pin (hole in the middle)??

I'm telling you guys you need to give it a solid whack. It will move.

 

[Patt08]

You were right. I murdered it, and it budged some now. Slowly coming out.

 

[Cross94]

No way! What particular tools are you using?

 

[Patt08]

1/8 punch and a mallet. I just started by giving it a bunch of fairly good whacks. Love taps at first then a couple heavy whacks and it was enough to shake it loose.

If only this were actually as "simple" as the video, lmao.

 

[Cross94]

Huh, and here I had given up after trying just about everything... maybe I should buy a new set of punches and see if that makes a difference on my end.

 

[TK-Hryciuk]

Use a good, solid, hardened punch and a weighted mallet and the pin will move no problem.

 

[Patt08]

Well, it was a labour of love. Several hours and much frustration later i got the FAB handguards installed and the CSA Magwell Adapter as well.
I have to say I am VERY impressed with the handguards. The quality is fantastic, and there is absolutely zero play. Unfortunately my PMags and CAA mags do not work with the magwell, but my USGI mags and LAR mags seems to cycle rounds just fine.

Now if only i could get the buffer tube to stay still.

 

[wojnar]

For buffer tube, disassemble it clean excess oil and put it back together

 

[Patt08]

Yeah. Had to tighten down the receiver end plate, cuz it was loose. Now that that is fixed, if I tighten then buffer tube all the way down, it is not centered lmao.

 

[erkner]

Off centre stock hole on CSA is quite common

 

[Patt08]

That really sucks. It doesnt look too off to me, and ive had the gun out a few times shooting and have never noticed any play in the buffer tube before. Oh well i guess.

 

[erkner]

It all depends on beer price in Czech rep.

 

[Patt08]

Something is definitely screwy, thats for sure Anyways thanks for all the help guys.

The Buffer tube all the way tight is probly 5-10 degrees from where it should be.

Is there anything course of action to correct this?

 

[bfiles]

Loosen off the buffer till it is straight then tighten the castle nut good.