Tavor FAQ (updated 08 December, 2008)
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The Bipod is so light and perfectly positioned on the balanced point on TAR21, I cannot recommend it enough, definitely one of the best accessories for the TAR21 on the market.
When stowed away it really adds no extra bulk. Fairly stable once deployed, I find it does the trick for me.
Yes, RPM Billet Handguard.
84wh1
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Man, you guys at RPM seriously make the best looking extended Tavor handguard. If i didnt already have my midwest I would get an RPM without a doubt.
blaxsun
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
RPM Precision (rpmprecision.ca). He makes custom aluminum M-LOK Tavor and ACR handguards that are awesome. The ACR version I have enroute is actually 1oz lighter than the polymer one. Should be here in a few weeks - can't wait!
onetwentyish
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Tavor Brahs. Need some help as I have not been able to identify or remedy this problem. In fact it may not be a problem at all as I have not noticed any accuracy or POI shifts. However it is very annoying. Take a look at the video and let me know what you think.
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Everything that I have been told to check I have checked and ensured was tight. I honestly dont know why the rail flexes and creeks like this but any help or suggestions would be welcome. Its a tar21 gen 2.5 btw.
I was also thinking maybe an aftermarket rail would solve this issue but not sure if I want to spend that kind of money over something which (For now) does not seem to affect POI or accuracy.
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Everything that I have been told to check I have checked and ensured was tight. I honestly dont know why the rail flexes and creeks like this but any help or suggestions would be welcome. Its a tar21 gen 2.5 btw.
I was also thinking maybe an aftermarket rail would solve this issue but not sure if I want to spend that kind of money over something which (For now) does not seem to affect POI or accuracy.
blaxsun
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I had to watch the video a few times and zoom in, but I think the creaking is just the polymer of the frame/gas assembly against the rear rail attachment point when flexed. If accuracy isn't affected I wouldn't worry about it.
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Any way to verify this? Or fix it?
blaxsun
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I have a Gen 1-1.5 so it's a different rail setup (short rail with the IWI magnifier integrated into the gas tube assembly). I watched the video (again) and I don't think you can resolve this with a disassembly, since the rear attachment point for the rail is forward of the gas tube assembly (and the rail just lies on top of it).
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After watching that video a few times it definitely seems like the polymer is flexing and creating the creaking sound you are hearing. These rails are bolted straight to the barrel assembly and I don't think you have anything to worry about.
blaxsun
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
No problem at all. Remember that the gun is inherently more accurate than most of us anyway, and as long as it's solidly attached to the barrel and you're not having accuracy issues - you should be good to go.
Anyone having feed issues? Ran PMAGs today, couldn't feed any rounds. Bolt and ejector cover not fully cycling and can't get a round off. Dump the mag, eject the unfired round, bolt springs forward and ejection cover closes with no problems after a second or so delay. A quick google search shows this to be a possible damaged bolt that happened with some gen 2 pmags...supposedly fixed for gen 3 (which is what I run). Is this a thing?
Lungorthin
Regular
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- Calgary, AB
That sounds strange. Do you have any other mags to try?
Look into your ejection port with the bolt locked back and insert a mag with a dummy round in it. Does the bolt hold open slightly lift?
Same issue running metal LAR 15s. It all started with what I thought was a misfeed--the round looked like it caught on the bolt and was dinged bad enough that I ended up discarding it. Persistent FTFs. Going to remove the bolt and inspect it but I suspect its a trip to the shop for some TLC.
blaxsun
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
No, it's a myth. All magazines (not just PMAGs) slightly raise the bolt hold open when inserted - no exceptions. I'd do a strip/clean and trying running it again minus -1 round in either the PMAG or LAR15 magazines.
Lungorthin
Regular
- Location
- Calgary, AB
From what I can tell, not in my Tavor.
If I slowly insert a GI, LAR15, or Gen 3 Pmag with rounds it it, my bolt hold open doesn't look like it even raise even a hair, to me.
In PastorOfMuppets's case, the bolt hold open would have to raise high enough to rub against the bolt as it moves, slowing its velocity and be causing FTF's
Check your bolt for visible damage or wear along with on your bolt hold open where it engages your bolt face.
Also perhaps try not loading the mags to capacity, as the spring tension could be putting pressure on the bolt carrier, making it drag and slowing it down, especially if you're running it dry and unlubed.
blaxsun
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
This could be a contributing factor as well.
Thanks gents, really appreciate the advice. Will drop a round and try it again. Either way, I'll oil it well before I hit the range again. Will update when I know more.
