Type 81 LMG Magazines sticking?

[Old Skool Soldier]

Hey all, OSS here;

Have a Type 81 LMG w/ drum + mags. I've noticed a few of my mags get STUCK in the rifle, causing me to have to wiggle the mag release, while rocking the mag back and forth, eventually releasing. I have 1 mag that is smooth as butter. All are OEM mags from TI. Should I be filing something on the mag release, or shaving the mags or something? Anyone experience this? Frustrating lol

-OSS

 

[Gator0387]

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[medvedqc]

never had an issue with any will it be folder lmg or standard but never used the drum ones. modified ak ones are working as well plastic or metal.

 

[Vertebrae]

I had to lightly sand the sides of one of my mags to get it to seat properly.

 

[fritzhanzel]

Made in China - minor fitting required.

Seriously, if it is the mag release, lube spray it with some lubricant, no WD 40. Also try sanding the mags a bit as mentioned, 400 grid from home depot is great stuff.

 

[I Dont Care About You]

I had to file the bit on the back of the mag that the mag catch interfaces with.