Pin removal on m14 bolt stop

dsynk

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Just received my extended bold stop.

Is there a specific tool to punch out the existing pin?

Is it ok to just hammer in the new pin?

Just want to do this right the first time.

Thanks.

D.
 
You just need to get the right drift and be VERY careful! I've seen many guys do this and in the process bust off the ears where the pin boss is. Knock it out from the right to the left (rear to the front towards the barrel)
 
i like to use a cheapo drill bit as they flex more than a punch. ***You must move the pin out to the rear . The hole at the front end of the pin is set slightly below the surface of the side of the receiver in many cases.... by design.
i have seen pics of a fellow's rifle where a standard drift was used and the fellow cracked the front retaining ear off of the receiver :D
after seeing that picture i started using those gold cheapo drill bits and a finishing hammer, just the right amount of flex to allow the bit to manouver the pin out . insert the shank and tap on the business end of the bit. remember, this pin must be removed from front to back of the receiver and instal is from back to front.

in hind sight i coulda showed you that one yesterday at the clinic :D
I know oldsmobiler has stated the oposite direction for the pin to be moved.... but..... that's why "i'm" building his M25LRB DMR :eek: LOL
it's o.k. Ante , you can smak me in the head later :D :D
 
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Heh, Awesome :)

I didn't have the extended bolt stop yesterday, it just arrived today, otherwise I would have remembered to ask :(

What size bit are you using to punch it out?

Is the extended bolt pin the same diameter as the pin for the mag release latch?

Thanks,

D.
 
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Doesn't look like i have the right bits to pull this off.

I'll have to wait for the next clinic.

Thanks everyone.

D.
 
dsynk , if you got time to drop by my place this week , i am installing one on a rifle of mine as well, give me a call man, we'll have her done in a couple minutes. :cool:
it requires a 3/32 x 1 roll pin and for those who want to use a punch, it is a #3 roll pin punch.
 
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Really appreciate it.

This week might be a bit tough to take you up on the offer. I'm leave town tomorrow for holidays, so not a lot of time left this week :(

D.
 
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