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Old June 5, 2016, 12:38 AM   #1
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Ruger MK III LCI

Having trouble removing the pin that holds the LCI from a Ruger MK III.

Tried a strong magnet but that did not pull the pin.

Any suggestions?
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Old June 5, 2016, 08:44 AM   #2
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I Super Glue a tooth pick to it...works every time. Clean all the oil off
from the pin, then apply a very small drop of glue to the tip of the
tooth pick and hold it to the pin until it sets, then pull the pin right out.
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Old June 5, 2016, 09:07 AM   #3
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glue

I'll give it a try.

If NG, I go to the Dremmel.
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Old June 5, 2016, 09:15 AM   #4
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The super glue trick works just be sure you don't use too much or you will glue the pin in. I won't say how I know this (LOL). Have you tried moving the LCCI bar a tad while tapping? Sometimes some dirt or machining bits create a bind.
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Old June 14, 2016, 12:46 AM   #5
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Just curious. Is this a steel grip frame Ruger Mark III, or is it the Ruger Mark III 22/45 variant? Normally, the steel grip frame versions give up the LCI pin quite easily. It's usually the "LITE" version of the 22/45 where trouble is encountered with removing the LCI pin.
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