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PSA handguard came loose #7186864 06/02/18 11:56 PM
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So we went out the range today and shot 150 rounds through my new rifle.

When I got home I noticed that there was a space between the receiver and the handguard; no bueno. Tightened it up nice. I didn't tighten it when I got it because I just assumed it would be fine. Guess not.

But I'm worried that maybe I should have tightened the barrel nut, too. Everything "seems" solid but now I'm kind of doubtful. confused2

Re: PSA handguard came loose [Re: chital_shikari] #7186879 06/03/18 12:12 AM
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If the barrel nut is the slightest bit loose, the barrel will have play in it. You'll know.


Originally Posted by unclebubba
Just to make sure that it is done thoroughly, I go both ways.

Re: PSA handguard came loose [Re: TexFlip] #7186886 06/03/18 12:19 AM
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Originally Posted By: TexFlip
If the barrel nut is the slightest bit loose, the barrel will have play in it. You'll know.
OK thanks for explaining.
There is no play in the barrel at all, so that's a good sign, right?

Re: PSA handguard came loose [Re: chital_shikari] #7187661 06/03/18 11:37 PM
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Palmetto typically uses a lot of loctitie on the barrel nut. I have to use a torch to get it off most times.

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