Wk180-C technical questions & answers only

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Hey guys,

I recently purchased a wk180c, serial number 19CA1770 and i need some info on the following:
- what allen key size is for the handguard (i tried 1/8 and 7/64. 1/8 is too big and 7/64 is too small)
- Is broken piston spring covered under warranty? are there stronger replacements? If so where?
- Is charging handle damaging upper receiver covered by warranty?

My rifle ceased to operate as a semi-auto rifle after 200 rounds at the range. Upon inspection i found that a portion of the piston spring broke off and there are some metal "rolls/shavings" where the piston rod is located. I am having trouble trying to dissemble the foregrip for further inspection as 1/8" allen key is too large and 7/64" is too small. I also observe that a noticeable amount of metal from upper receiver are being shaved off for just shooting 200 rounds.

It would be much appreciated if people could direct me to the right places. Also just curiosity sake, anyone else having the same problems?



 
MikeEng said:
Hey guys,

I recently purchased a wk180c, serial number 19CA1770 and i need some info on the following:
- what allen key size is for the handguard (i tried 1/8 and 7/64. 1/8 is too big and 7/64 is too small)
- Is broken piston spring covered under warranty? are there stronger replacements? If so where?
- Is charging handle damaging upper receiver covered by warranty?

My rifle ceased to operate as a semi-auto rifle after 200 rounds at the range. Upon inspection i found that a portion of the piston spring broke off and there are some metal "rolls/shavings" where the piston rod is located. I am having trouble trying to dissemble the foregrip for further inspection as 1/8" allen key is too large and 7/64" is too small. I also observe that a noticeable amount of metal from upper receiver are being shaved off for just shooting 200 rounds.

It would be much appreciated if people could direct me to the right places. Also just curiosity sake, anyone else having the same problems?

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Handguard allen keys are metric, but dont bother. Contact Kodiak, send the pics and send the whole rifle back for repairs. Unfortunately you're just another victim of Kodiak's learning curve. Have a look back on these pages, you'll see that owning a WK180-C should come with a Costco sized bottle of Advil. Receiver wear is considered "cosmetic" by Kodiak even though it's not, so don't hold your breath on that one.
 
Merovingian said:
Bummer, ya Kodiak won't do a thing for you. I've tried going through Wolverine and lots of emails through Kodiak and got nowhere. Wolverine is powerless to do anything about it and Kodiak really couldn't give two ####s about this problem.

Best advice is stop shooting the rifle and wait to purchase the upgraded bolt with threaded handle if you want to stop the chewing up of your receiver.

I wouldn't goes as far to say that Kodiak are crooks but they are walking that thin line with many of their customers. All they are accomplishing by ignoring this problem is creating vocal anger gun owners who just spread the word of how bad support can be from Kodiak if you end up with a lemon. It really is complete bull#### but buyer beware I guess.

It does seem the later serial numbers don't suffer this issue so there is that, but ya... lesson learned
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You're too kind. They are crooks trying to do as little as possible to not get slapped with a lawsuit, which, BTW, I'm all for.
 
MikeEng said:
Hey guys,

I recently purchased a wk180c, serial number 19CA1770 and i need some info on the following:
- what allen key size is for the handguard (i tried 1/8 and 7/64. 1/8 is too big and 7/64 is too small)
- Is broken piston spring covered under warranty? are there stronger replacements? If so where?
- Is charging handle damaging upper receiver covered by warranty?

My rifle ceased to operate as a semi-auto rifle after 200 rounds at the range. Upon inspection i found that a portion of the piston spring broke off and there are some metal "rolls/shavings" where the piston rod is located. I am having trouble trying to dissemble the foregrip for further inspection as 1/8" allen key is too large and 7/64" is too small. I also observe that a noticeable amount of metal from upper receiver are being shaved off for just shooting 200 rounds.

It would be much appreciated if people could direct me to the right places. Also just curiosity sake, anyone else having the same problems?



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Message em let kodiak know they will likely send the new spring right away and your in the recall I believe which should get you the new threaded handle and carrier which stops the reciever gouging
 
BCG Recall

Just got my new bolt carrier back from Kodiak. Sent the carrier back on a Tuesday and it was returned by Thursday! My carrier did have the heat treat issue. Even though I put about 450 rounds though it with out a problem.
Good customer service. The new carrier has a # stamped on it. Nice and quick great job Kodiak.👍
 
Kev180 said:
Just got my new bolt carrier back from Kodiak. Sent the carrier back on a Tuesday and it was returned by Thursday! My carrier did have the heat treat issue. Even though I put about 450 rounds though it with out a problem.
Good customer service. The new carrier has a # stamped on it. Nice and quick great job Kodiak.👍
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Correction carrier came back on the Friday
 
I received my new bolt carrier group with threaded handle, but I sent my whole thing only to be missing my bolt because I did not remove the bolt so I wait again, o.k patient is the name of the game for me.
 
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Just received my BCG today and it is now threaded, thank you! Too bad I sent my whole piece and I am now missing the bolt, just found out it is better to remove the bolt before sending it. Email Kodiak right away and hopefully I will receive the parts. Sorry I sent 2 posts!
 
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I'm looking for a little guidance concerning how to replace the stock on my WK180 with an ACR stock. I have the necessary adapter. So I took the magpul like stock off, removed the screw holding the buffer tube stock adapter in place and.. nothing.. it doesn't budge. It looks like there's a rivet holding it in place or something. Has anyone had any experience with this? If so, would you have installation instructions? I'm at a loss here...

Thanks in advance!
 
WK180-C Upper/Lower Receiver Tolerance/Fit Alignment Problem

Hi,

I just received my WK180-C today and all looks great with one possible exception, the Upper/Lower Receiver Tolerances and Fit.

The hinged front of the Upper/Lower Receiver is tight.

However, the rear of the Upper/Lower Receiver with the guide rod assembly (Separation button) fully engaged, can move up and down a couple of millimeters.

Is this normal for the WK180-C, or do I have an alignment/tolerance problem?

Has anyone else experienced this with their rifles?

Wolverine were closed for the day when I called, left a message on their answering machine.

I have a video of the movement and can e-mail or attach to text message for you to view, PM with e-mail address or phone number.

Feedback welcome.
 
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Never mind. It's not a rivet, but retaining dowel that can be tapped out with minimal force. Stock change complete :)

thecobb said:
I'm looking for a little guidance concerning how to replace the stock on my WK180 with an ACR stock. I have the necessary adapter. So I took the magpul like stock off, removed the screw holding the buffer tube stock adapter in place and.. nothing.. it doesn't budge. It looks like there's a rivet holding it in place or something. Has anyone had any experience with this? If so, would you have installation instructions? I'm at a loss here...

Thanks in advance!
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