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James K · November 4, 2010, 09:54 PM

Check and make sure the extractor rod has not become unscrewed and is binding on the front lug. Note that it has left hand threads (which were supposed to prevent that problem) so you have to screw it "backwards" if it has come loose.

Jim

November 4, 2010, 09:54 PM	#2
James K Member In Memoriam Join Date: March 17, 1999 Posts: 24,383	Check and make sure the extractor rod has not become unscrewed and is binding on the front lug. Note that it has left hand threads (which were supposed to prevent that problem) so you have to screw it "backwards" if it has come loose. Jim