NEA and AR experts, need some input :)

[ipilot]

I'm having an issue with my new NEA15. Took it out to the range and popped of about 140 rounds, then the bolt stopped cycling. I've been doing some inspections on it, and noticed the gas block on the front end moves forward and back just by tilting the rifle up and down. I'm assuming that this might be the issue, but as this is my first AR I'm not sure. Does anyone have any insights on the matter? I haven't yet taken off the rail system, but it doesn't look like the gas block has any bolts or screws in it to tighten.

 

[Shooter ----/]

You've found your problem.

 

[Avalonthas]

The gas isn't making its way to the back because its loose, no pressure

Tighten her up and get back out there

 

[ipilot]

The gas isn't making its way to the back because its loose, no pressure

Tighten her up and get back out there

I guess i will take her apart tonight and try to see whats what in there.

 

[ipilot]

Anything i should be aware of when taking the rail system off?

 

[mel_ester]

Just make sure you line up all the gas porting the barrel to the block and the block and the tube. There should be a pin holding the gas tube in place so your biggest concern is aligning the gas block and the barrel. The hand guards/ rails aren't rocket surgery. Once everything is in place and tight again it should function properly

 

[ipilot]

Just make sure you line up all the gas porting the barrel to the block and the block and the tube. There should be a pin holding the gas tube in place so your biggest concern is aligning the gas block and the barrel. The hand guards/ rails aren't rocket surgery. Once everything is in place and tight again it should function properly

Excellent thanks. Is there some kind of index marks or anything to use to make sure the gas porting is all lined up on the barrel?

 

[WAREWOLF]

Excellent thanks. Is there some kind of index marks or anything to use to make sure the gas porting is all lined up on the barrel?

no you will have to eyeball it as best you can.

 

[ipilot]

no you will have to eyeball it as best you can.

Ok thanks.

 

[WAREWOLF]

Ok thanks.

when eyeballing use the gas tube as a longer line of sight to help you see if it is centered should make it a little easier

 

[FriendsOfTheOakTree]

I would also give NEA a shout directly for their input, their customer service is phenomenal, they'll be all over it for you.

 

[ipilot]

I would also give NEA a shout directly for their input, their customer service is phenomenal, they'll be all over it for you.

Yes, i have sent them an email, but I believe they are out of the country for a trade show.

 

[kingdarb]

Should be an easy fix. A new rifle should be tighter than that though!

 

[cp220]

Kind of ####ed QC for a new rifle. I would strongly suggest using loctite when re-tightening the bolts.

 

[Chemist]

I don't think that is one of the ones we sold but even if it isn't feel free to call the store, 613-372-2662, if you need any assistance...in case NEA isn't able to call you back.

Ryan

 

[badboybeeson]

it a simple fix, somthing that can happen if the screws are not loc tited,
best thing to do it take off the hand guard at thwe range.
put the gas block back in place, tighten up the screws, then test fire the gun
if its working well, then take one screw out at a time put of red loc tite.
Fire again.
If working, take home, use stakeing tool to secure set screws
Re install handguard DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN RAIL CLAMP SCREWS!
back to the range to re sight in your BUIS.
I just had to do this to my own gun i put a 10.5 inch bbl on
bbb

 

[dk223]

who owns a staking tool? remember this gun has a lifetime warranty

 

[gunny bunny]

Email the guys at nea and ask for a loctite sample pak and reloctite the set screws back in place.

As for realigning the gas block, just make sure it's sitting at 12 o'clock as far forward as it can go and you will be fine.