m1 carbine bolt problems

Neil_Stringer · February 2, 2000, 09:54 AM

hello
I have a m1 carbine that was handed down to me. It's ww2 surplus and is in great condition. the only problem with it is that when i fire the first shot it pushes the extactor out of the bolt and doesn't eject the round. should i get a new bolt assembly and recoil spring? any help would be great!

note: i am using factory fmj

James K · February 2, 2000, 02:56 PM

It sounds as if you may have several problems. I suggest taking the gun to a competent gunsmith who is familiar with carbines.

Jim

George Stringer · February 2, 2000, 09:33 PM

Hi Cuz! I agree with Jim wholeheartedly. Replacing the bolt if it turns out that it's required can change the headspace and cause you even more problems. George

February 2, 2000, 09:54 AM	#1
Neil_Stringer Junior Member Join Date: October 11, 1999 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 7	hello I have a m1 carbine that was handed down to me. It's ww2 surplus and is in great condition. the only problem with it is that when i fire the first shot it pushes the extactor out of the bolt and doesn't eject the round. should i get a new bolt assembly and recoil spring? any help would be great! note: i am using factory fmj

February 2, 2000, 02:56 PM	#2
James K Member In Memoriam Join Date: March 17, 1999 Posts: 24,383	It sounds as if you may have several problems. I suggest taking the gun to a competent gunsmith who is familiar with carbines. Jim

February 2, 2000, 09:33 PM	#3
George Stringer Staff Alumnus Join Date: October 12, 1998 Location: Earlington KY Posts: 2,299	Hi Cuz! I agree with Jim wholeheartedly. Replacing the bolt if it turns out that it's required can change the headspace and cause you even more problems. George