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Forum: Technical Questions & Information 11-12-2004, 01:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,340
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Shooting 5.56 in a .223 Chamber

I've had more than a few people in the shop ask about the dangers of shooting 5.56 military ammo in a rifle chambered for .223. Here is a good piece on the subject. Bottom line is don't shoot 5.56 in...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 10-27-2004, 05:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Gunsmithing tip

Great tip. I keep an old chewing tabacco can and every time that I make a new slave pin, I throw it in the can. I now have a sizable collection of slave pins. Keep on the look out for old pins and...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-27-2004, 11:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 621
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Problem with Win. Modle 70 Chamber

You might call and talk with the service manager at Winchester and explain the problem. if he says he wants it sent back, you might still be able to get it fixed free of charge.
Good shooting, John...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-17-2004, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 816
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: rem 1100 question

A better recoil pad such as the "Kick-Eze" can really make a big difference in felt recoil. Combine the new pad with a mercury recoil suppressor and the gun will be much more manageable.
Good...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-16-2004, 10:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,100
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Tech Tip: Dri-Slide

Brownells also sells a 2 part dry lube. The only thing I have used it on is firing pins in bolt action rifles. It gets very cold here and it won't slow down lock time.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-11-2004, 10:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 773
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Free Military Manuals

22WRF,
Thanks for the link.

"NOT FONDA KERRY"
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-11-2004, 10:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 559
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Bullet tumble

Could be the ammo or the wrong twist rate for the bullet weight you are using. I would also check the muzzle for damage and see if the barrel is lead/copper fouled. You might want to mic one of the...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-05-2004, 08:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 799
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: j frame trigger job

Polishing the rebound slide and it's mating surface helps a lot also.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-02-2004, 01:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,799
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Browning BLR

I would look closely at the chamber. Is it pitted, dirty or rough? You might try lightly polishing the chamber and see if it helps.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 09-02-2004, 12:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 521
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: Savage Fox

Good info in the last post. Newer shotguns will be a little stiffer than one that has been used for a while. Let us know what you find.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 08-06-2004, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 604
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Re: barrel refinishing (how good is good enough?)

You don't want to polish it too much or you will have a hard time getting the finish to take.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: The Constitutional & RKBA Forum 08-06-2004, 12:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 467
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Kerry, Get out and talk to everyone

Kerry is promoting himself as a "Sportsman". Sportsman my butt. Get out and talk with everyone you know, especially pro gun people who are not registered to vote. Kerry will go after your semi autos...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 04-12-2004, 11:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,457
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Put a double layer of electrical tape on the...

Put a double layer of electrical tape on the front and bottom of the lug. Don't put tape on the back and sides of the lug. You want full contact on the back part of the lug. I would glass bed the...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 03-17-2004, 05:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 990
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I belive that MidwayUSA sells the bolt parts. I...

I belive that MidwayUSA sells the bolt parts. I would replace the part, a bolt is not place to take chances.
www.midwayusa.com

Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 01-19-2004, 07:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 935
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Scottyboy, it sounds like it is short cycling....

Scottyboy, it sounds like it is short cycling. There is not enough gas to make the action work correctly due to dirt and or lack of lubrication. It sounds like a good cleaning might just do the...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 01-18-2004, 05:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 935
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
The 1400 uses a gas piston. The first place to...

The 1400 uses a gas piston. The first place to start is to take it apart and clean and inspect all of the parts. Clean any carbon build up off of the gas piston. Do not lube the piston, but lightly...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 01-06-2004, 05:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I'll wait and see on that one, the 220 Swift eats...

I'll wait and see on that one, the 220 Swift eats barrels pretty fast, and all that FPS has to be coming from somewhere. Less powder, but faster burning, something has to give. You can't have your...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 01-05-2004, 06:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 582
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
You can start with 600 grit wet and dry...

You can start with 600 grit wet and dry sandpaper, wetted with kerosene. Ploish the parts the long way only. Clean the parts and go to 1200 wet and dry. Once all the marks from the 600 grit are gone...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 01-05-2004, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 675
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
The New .204 Ruger --- 4225FPS

Just got my new issue of Shooting times. Check out the new round, the .204 Ruger. A 20 caliber bullet pushed along at 4225 feet per second.
This one is a Gunsmiths dream. I'll bet it will burn out...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 01-02-2004, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 565
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
New Cowboy Action Parts Catalog From Brownells

Brownells has just put out a new Cowboy Action Shooting catalog with parts to make your shootin iron slicker. I belive they will send it for free. Go to www.brownells.com to order.
...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 01-02-2004, 06:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,120
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Removing Dents From Shotgun Barrels

The best way to remove a dent from a shotgun barrel is with a hydraulic dent remover. These are very expensive, so a much cheaper alternative is to use Brownells "Cerrosafe". This is a metal alloy...
Forum: The 1911 Forum 12-27-2003, 12:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 713
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I have not had any in the shop with any problems....

I have not had any in the shop with any problems. You may want to contact Kimber and find out if it is true and if they are offering a free fix. Taking safety parts out of a firearm opens you up to...
Forum: Self Defense Tactics & Weapons 12-26-2003, 10:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,241
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
You have got some good info here. Avoid a fight...

You have got some good info here. Avoid a fight when possible, but fight like a mad man when you have to.
Attitude is the one thing that will help you avoid fights. If you carry yourself tall and...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 12-25-2003, 09:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 459
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Steel Shot and Choke Tubes

Even though a lot newer guns that use removable choke tubes are rated for use with steel shot, it is always a good idea to remove, clean and re lube the choke tube after every shoot. The steel shot...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 12-24-2003, 05:34 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 576
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
WW, Sounds like a problem with the Cartridge Cut...

WW, Sounds like a problem with the Cartridge Cut Off. It may need to be bent a little so that it stops the shells or may be broken. You should be able to see it right in back of the mag tube. It is...
Forum: .22-Rimfire Forum 12-21-2003, 01:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 596
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
You could add some shims on either side of the...

You could add some shims on either side of the trigger on the trigger pin. Make them yourself or buy some S&W shims from brownells.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 12-21-2003, 01:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
You will like the 110. Savage is building some of...

You will like the 110. Savage is building some of the most accurite rifles available, and the price is right. You may want to look into an aftermarket trigger. As to ammo, buy several brands of and...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 12-08-2003, 07:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 948
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Jay, As long as you are buying Shotguns for...

Jay, As long as you are buying Shotguns for Christmas, I would like a Remington 11-87 :D :D :D
E mail me and I will send you my shipping address.:p

Best Holiday Wishes, John K
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 12-08-2003, 07:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 977
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Savage just announced that they will be putting...

Savage just announced that they will be putting their Acra Trigger on some of their regular hunting guns. Darn good news
John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 12-08-2003, 07:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 751
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Check with the Montana Rifleman ...

Check with the Montana Rifleman
www.montanarifleman.com
Top quality barrels and they will make them to any shape, length, flutes or style that you wish. The barrels shoot less than moa everytime if...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 11-24-2003, 04:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 980
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I belive that you have to get a License or...

I belive that you have to get a License or register your suppressor with the BATF. It will definatly get you put on one of their lists as a subversive. After all, why would anybody want a suppressor...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 11-24-2003, 12:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,746
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Thanks for the tip. One question though, where...

Thanks for the tip. One question though, where did you get the midget wrapped in the Saran Wrap, can't find one in the Brownells catalog anywhere :D
Good shooting, John K
Forum: The 1911 Forum 11-23-2003, 08:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 654
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Check to see if the dimple in the safety and the...

Check to see if the dimple in the safety and the plunger are lined up. Sometimes the dimple drilled in the safety is off and the end of the plunger does not go into the dimple. If it is off,...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 11-23-2003, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 816
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
You don't want to adjust that extractor too...

You don't want to adjust that extractor too tight. It should just hold a loaded cartridge , without letting it fall free. If it is too tight you might start having failure to feed problems as the...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 11-23-2003, 02:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 737
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Clean em just like a regular barrel. They have a...

Clean em just like a regular barrel. They have a rifled metal tube inside, just like a regular barrel only not nearly as thick. The carbon fiber gives the barrel tha additional support that it needs....
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 10-12-2003, 06:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,899
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I second what Gamachinest said. Thanks for the...

I second what Gamachinest said. Thanks for the input.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 10-11-2003, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 683
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Let us know what you did and how it worked. ...

Let us know what you did and how it worked.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 10-10-2003, 07:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,399
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
If the 77/22 Hornet has the two piece bolt there...

If the 77/22 Hornet has the two piece bolt there is a cure for poor accuracy. The fix involves putting a shim washer between the two halves of the bolt and making a new pin for the bolt that fits...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 10-10-2003, 07:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Well, hang on. You got the correct info....

Well, hang on. You got the correct info. Winchester is replacing the cross bolt safety with the tang safety. I'm not sure if they are going to put them on all new models, but I sure hope so.
...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 10-10-2003, 03:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,899
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Please post your final results when you get it...

Please post your final results when you get it fixed. I just got the same gun in the shop with missfire problems. I have not had a chance to get into it yet. It has more crud in it than an old chevy...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 10-10-2003, 02:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 528
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Merc, I am pretty sure that it is a press fit. I...

Merc, I am pretty sure that it is a press fit. I would check with the Cylinder and Slide shop. They could most likely help.
Good shooting, John K
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 10-10-2003, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 683
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Hi Jeff, Welcome I would get the Basix trigger....

Hi Jeff, Welcome
I would get the Basix trigger. It is available from Midway www.midwayusa.com
The reason I say this is that the stock Savage trigger is difficult to get a good pull on. It is not...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-11-2003, 11:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 977
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Dagger, If you want more info about getting an...

Dagger, If you want more info about getting an aftermarket trigger or accuracy work on your Savage, e mail me. I specilize in work on Savage bolt rifles.
Good shooting, John...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-11-2003, 10:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,638
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I agree with the others, the 710 is a throw away...

I agree with the others, the 710 is a throw away rifle. Get the Savage, either new or used. The savages are one of the most accurite rifles you can buy right out of the box and are the best value per...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 09-11-2003, 10:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 977
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
The Accu Trigger is adjustable from 1.5 lbs to 6...

The Accu Trigger is adjustable from 1.5 lbs to 6 lbs. It has a safety on it much like the Glock trigger which blocks the trigger from being pulled until the little tab in the center of the trigger is...
Forum: Large-Bore/Small-Bore Rifle/Shotgun 08-28-2003, 06:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 915
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I told my wife that I was going to buy another...

I told my wife that I was going to buy another rifle. She said she would leave me if I did. I'm sure going to miss her:D
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 08-01-2003, 02:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Marlin has a forum on their site. Someone there...

Marlin has a forum on their site. Someone there may be able to shed more light on your problem. www.marlinfirearms.com
As to the spring and pin, unless the pin is damaged in some way there should be...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 08-01-2003, 01:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,489
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
Inplanotx, Thanks for the info. I must admit that...

Inplanotx, Thanks for the info. I must admit that I have not worked on a Jap rifle yet so I have yet to study much about them. Just as with the Mauser rifles, it makes sense that rifles produced...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 07-29-2003, 11:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,489
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I agree 100% with the above posts. But just as a...

I agree 100% with the above posts. But just as a note, the Arasaka is one the strongest military actions made. In multiple tests they tried to blow one up and blew up the barrel before the action...
Forum: Technical Questions & Information 07-20-2003, 01:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 47,563
Posted By 4 eyed six shooter
I have to second the last post. I have one in the...

I have to second the last post. I have one in the shop now with a broken ejector. The ejector is just a piece of thin metal waiting to break off at the first chance it gets. To replace the ejector...
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