need help fixing my rifle - The Firearms Forum

marlin.22rifle · 06-04-2010, 03:23 PM

every 3 to 4th round when it feeds it hangs up...i've cleaned it thoroughly and have shot about 25000 rounds through it, the problem is constant, no reason....dont know why its doing this...any thoughts please will be greatly appreciated.

pinecone70 · 06-04-2010, 03:23 PM

Which model is it?

marlin.22rifle · 06-04-2010, 03:25 PM

model 60

Helix_FR · 06-04-2010, 04:17 PM

Were does it hang up? During feed on the carrier? During feed into the breech? Model 60 is a good one, defiantly worth fixing. My guess w/o seeing or knowing since its consistent 3rd or 4th round, look for a dent or a blockage in the mag tube. Check the follower for binding in the tube.

Gabob · 06-04-2010, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Helix_FR

Were does it hang up? During feed on the carrier? During feed into the breech? Model 60 is a good one, defiantly worth fixing. My guess w/o seeing or knowing since its consistent 3rd or 4th round, look for a dent or a blockage in the mag tube. Check the follower for binding in the tube.

What Helix said. Sounds like a dent in mag tube hanging the follower.

marlin.22rifle · 06-04-2010, 06:15 PM

could it possibly be the spring tension on the tube? because when it hanfgs up it is feeding the round into the breech......and there is no dent in the tube.....ive had this rifle for approx 20 years and shot like 25000 rounds from it...love my rifle upset rounds are sticking.....thanks everyone for giving me your opinions I really really appreciate any input.....

Jim K · 06-04-2010, 08:34 PM

It is pretty hard to wear that rifle out, but 25 thousand rounds just might do it. I am surprised it has only the one problem.

Jim

old semperfi · 06-04-2010, 08:42 PM

i will suggest two different things,first,change types of ammo.i have found that even ammo that has been used for years can change.the other thing would be to find someone who would loan you a mag tube,perhaps the spring in yours is worn out. old semperfi

marlin.22rifle · 06-04-2010, 10:21 PM

Thanks so much for the information,

gunplumber · 06-05-2010, 06:09 AM

The 2pc feed ramp may have seperated, the lifter could have worn a groove in the bottom of the ramp where it comes to a halt on the up swing causing it to stop in a higher position, the lifter itself may be worn on the top.

Big Shrek · 06-05-2010, 09:18 AM

Start with AMMO...if you are using Remington Golden Bullets or Thunderbolts, there is your problem.

Next, the Ejector wire should be in this position...

Finally, check the feed throat and chamber entrance...they should be smooth, if not, polish until smooth.

06-04-2010, 03:23 PM	#1
marlin.22rifle Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	need help fixing my rifle every 3 to 4th round when it feeds it hangs up...i've cleaned it thoroughly and have shot about 25000 rounds through it, the problem is constant, no reason....dont know why its doing this...any thoughts please will be greatly appreciated. -->

06-04-2010, 03:23 PM	#2
pinecone70 Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Minnesota Gal! Posts: 4,730	Re: need help fixing my rifle Which model is it? __________________ _____________________________________________ "Miss Scarlet, in the library...with a revolver...."

06-04-2010, 03:25 PM	#3
marlin.22rifle Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	Re: need help fixing my rifle model 60

06-04-2010, 04:17 PM	#4
Helix_FR TFF Moderator/Host Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Imperial, MO Posts: 3,617	Re: need help fixing my rifle Were does it hang up? During feed on the carrier? During feed into the breech? Model 60 is a good one, defiantly worth fixing. My guess w/o seeing or knowing since its consistent 3rd or 4th round, look for a dent or a blockage in the mag tube. Check the follower for binding in the tube. __________________ Only cowards shoot with their eyes closed.... helixgunsmith.com Last edited by Helix_FR; 06-04-2010 at 04:19 PM..

06-04-2010, 06:15 PM	#6
marlin.22rifle Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	Re: need help fixing my rifle could it possibly be the spring tension on the tube? because when it hanfgs up it is feeding the round into the breech......and there is no dent in the tube.....ive had this rifle for approx 20 years and shot like 25000 rounds from it...love my rifle upset rounds are sticking.....thanks everyone for giving me your opinions I really really appreciate any input..... Last edited by marlin.22rifle; 06-04-2010 at 06:16 PM..

06-04-2010, 08:34 PM	#7
Jim K Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Posts: 6,408	Re: need help fixing my rifle It is pretty hard to wear that rifle out, but 25 thousand rounds just might do it. I am surprised it has only the one problem. Jim

06-04-2010, 08:42 PM	#8
old semperfi Advanced Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: i live in southern indiana,old country boy at heart Posts: 1,506	Re: need help fixing my rifle i will suggest two different things,first,change types of ammo.i have found that even ammo that has been used for years can change.the other thing would be to find someone who would loan you a mag tube,perhaps the spring in yours is worn out. old semperfi

06-04-2010, 10:21 PM	#9
marlin.22rifle Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Posts: 4	Re: need help fixing my rifle Thanks so much for the information,

06-05-2010, 06:09 AM	#10
gunplumber V.I.P. Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 370	Re: need help fixing my rifle The 2pc feed ramp may have seperated, the lifter could have worn a groove in the bottom of the ramp where it comes to a halt on the up swing causing it to stop in a higher position, the lifter itself may be worn on the top.

06-05-2010, 09:18 AM	#11
Big Shrek Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NorthWest Florida Posts: 923	Re: need help fixing my rifle Start with AMMO...if you are using Remington Golden Bullets or Thunderbolts, there is your problem. Next, the Ejector wire should be in this position... Finally, check the feed throat and chamber entrance...they should be smooth, if not, polish until smooth. __________________ Marlin Specialist Calico Specialist A gun should be a tool in the hands of a deadly weapon, not a deadly weapon in the hands of a tool.