Gunsmithing area

[Tactical-Reviews]

What are your thoughts on having a gunsmithing area to deal with troubleshooting, fixing, upgrading, etc all of Springfields' firearms? I've helped to build a lot of forums over the years, and one area I always push for and find it draws in a lot of people are how-to and DIY areas. I would often make posts detailing the steps to do a task. What seems like nothing to us, can be a daunting and very scary task for someone who just purchased their first firearm. A simple field strip to us is something so easy we can do it with our eyes closed. But with so many new firearms owners, even basic safe clearing of a firearm is required. These posts show up in search engines and bring people in to learn that task. Many are one time visitors, but some remain. As the forum grows, we will find ourselves fielding the same questions over and over and over again. Copy and paste a link to that thread and they get the answer.

 

[xdman]

Lets start making the posts, and if we get enough of them we can push for another section.

 

[TEXASforLIFE]

Other than guns thread?

 

[Tactical-Reviews]

Lets start making the posts

Once I've got a bit more time I'll get on that. I hope school will slow down a little and give me more time next semester. Once I get on my constitutional law degree, something tells me I'm really going to be busy.

 

[BonafideCrayonEater]

Anyone familiar with what needs to be done in the event the chamber lugs and bolt lugs are knocking? Can no longer use my saint for my training courses until I figure out how to fix the problem. I have not had a single malfunction yet but the chamber lugs are taking a beating. Because I had to adjust rear sight almost completely to the right for zero it leads me to believe maybe the barrel is not aligned. Very upsetting because I really enjoy this rifle. Any suggestions are appreciated.



R/S

 

[TEXASforLIFE]

Anyone familiar with what needs to be done in the event the chamber lugs and bolt lugs are knocking? Can no longer use my saint for my training courses until I figure out how to fix the problem. I have not had a single malfunction yet but the chamber lugs are taking a beating. Because I had to adjust rear sight almost completely to the right for zero it leads me to believe maybe the barrel is not aligned. Very upsetting because I really enjoy this rifle. Any suggestions are appreciated.

R/S

I have had similar issues with other rifles and the sight were the problem and not the barrel alignment! Some seem too be almost straight and other way left or right. Check it by reversing the rear sight and see if it is the same alignment? Make sure the handguard is centered as in left and right distance from the barrel. Make sure the front sight is over the bore center for reference.

 

[Tactical-Reviews]

Ya, your bolt is hitting the chamber lugs hard. The barrel should be locked into the upper receiver with a slot and tab. Perhaps check the bolt or if your carrier is sloppy.

 

[TEXASforLIFE]

Definitely check the bolt, gas rings and carrier! What shape is the cam pin in?

 

[SMSgtRod]

Lets start making the posts, and if we get enough of them we can push for another section.

This is a fine idea..... the posts are there..... but scattered all over the forum.
Recently I asked a AR question
Recently a SP101 question was asked
Several SA questions have been addressed

I love the idea of a Gunsmithing area to the forum. I believe I have posted several just on my SA 1911.

Let's do it.... I'm sure the cost is right......

 

[EL LOBO]

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Anyone familiar with what needs to be done in the event the chamber lugs and bolt lugs are knocking? Can no longer use my saint for my training courses until I figure out how to fix the problem. I have not had a single malfunction yet but the chamber lugs are taking a beating. Because I had to adjust rear sight almost completely to the right for zero it leads me to believe maybe the barrel is not aligned. Very upsetting because I really enjoy this rifle. Any suggestions are appreciated.



R/S

This happens mostly when the rifle barrel in the receiver is disassembled and not properly reassembled and aligned into the receiver improper torque of the barrel nut is the most common cause.

 

[BonafideCrayonEater]

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This happens mostly when the rifle barrel in the receiver is disassembled and not properly reassembled and aligned into the receiver improper torque of the barrel nut is the most common cause.

I have not disassembled the receiver. I have only ever done a standard take down of the rifle for cleaning.

 

[EL LOBO]

 

[EL LOBO]

I have not disassembled the receiver. I have only ever done a standard take down of the rifle for cleaning.

I didn't say you disassembled the receiver. I said it's one of the causes, It could have been done on assembly at the factory ?? Sorry if I offended you.

 

[BonafideCrayonEater]

It could have been at done on assembly at the factory ??

That would be where my thoughts are at this point. I am still doing research. Will be bringing my rifle into work today to have the armorers give me feedback. SA is looking to have me send in the rifle. I would really like to avoid sending it in if it is a simple fix.

 

[EL LOBO]

That would be where my thoughts are at this point. I am still doing research. Will be bringing my rifle into work today to have the armorers give me feedback. SA is looking to have me send in the rifle. I would really like to avoid sending it in if it is a simple fix.

Tell them you would like them to swap out the whole upper receiver to include the bolt and charging handle no ffl required to mail it or FEDX OR UPS IT.

 

[BonafideCrayonEater]

I was going to discuss that at work today as well. We are an FFL (training facility / firearms sales) and they send firearms in all the time. I am not familiar with the process. With regards to SA I would hope they would replace any and all components related to an issue that they are responsible for if that turns out to be the case.

 

[BangBang]

I was going to discuss that at work today as well. We are an FFL (training facility / firearms sales) and they send firearms in all the time. I am not familiar with the process. With regards to SA I would hope they would replace any and all components related to an issue that they are responsible for if that turns out to be the case.

Almost sounds like “Bolt Bounce” not that you should have to but changing the buffer weight might stop it.

 

[EL LOBO]

I was going to discuss that at work today as well. We are an FFL (training facility / firearms sales) and they send firearms in all the time. I am not familiar with the process. With regards to SA I would hope they would replace any and all components related to an issue that they are responsible for if that turns out to be the case.

I found Springfield Armory customer service to be above the rest when requesting missing accessories or parts . In fact, I have never had to send them a firearm for repair they are that good. Now with this virus thing, it will take a little time to get your firearm returned but when it comes back it will correct . That's why I am a Springfield Fan Price ( more for your $$) Reliability & Customer service.

 

[BonafideCrayonEater]

Almost sounds like “Bolt Bounce” not that you should have to but changing the buffer weight might stop it.

That was the my initial thought after speaking with a colleague. However, I have not changed the buffer weight and when slowly sliding the BCG forward to seat the bolt, the bolt lugs always contact the chamber lugs.

 

[BonafideCrayonEater]

I found Springfield Armory customer service to be above the rest when requesting missing accessories or parts . In fact, I have never had to send them a firearm for repair they are that good. Now with this virus thing, it will take a little time to get your firearm returned but when it comes back it will correct . That's why I am a Springfield Fan Price ( more for your $$) Reliability & Customer service.

The CoVid situation has really thrown the whole industry around lately so I do understand. That is what I tell customers. I have always heard SA does a great job in customer service. I have never had any issues up until this point so I am hoping I have the same experience. I know every company can have errors in production. Unfortunately I think I got one of those errors. Hopefully I can get this resolved quickly so I do not miss any more training events.