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nogo · January 4, 2012, 08:18 PM

I too suspect that ejector spring presssure against bolt is a contributor. Flitz polish applied with rag and elbow grease will smooth up things nicely. If you polish parts, remember to rinse well to remove grime and grit. I've found that using Rem-oil from a spray can works. For example, you could hold the action downward over an outside trash can while spraying. I suggest that you remove mag tube contents and clean here before complete reassembly.

My suggestion is to shoot the fire out of it, and, of course, a little judicious gunsmithing won't hurt. Avoid power tools for this.

Let me say it again. If you polish, grind, or sand, rinse thoroughly--or crud you can't see will defeat your purpose.

January 4, 2012, 08:18 PM	#5
nogo Senior Member Join Date: September 7, 2009 Location: central texas Posts: 215	I too suspect that ejector spring presssure against bolt is a contributor. Flitz polish applied with rag and elbow grease will smooth up things nicely. If you polish parts, remember to rinse well to remove grime and grit. I've found that using Rem-oil from a spray can works. For example, you could hold the action downward over an outside trash can while spraying. I suggest that you remove mag tube contents and clean here before complete reassembly. My suggestion is to shoot the fire out of it, and, of course, a little judicious gunsmithing won't hurt. Avoid power tools for this. Let me say it again. If you polish, grind, or sand, rinse thoroughly--or crud you can't see will defeat your purpose.