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Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 05:55 PM
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Any one have some tips to remove the flash hider of a ar 15 barrel? I have the wrench but cant get the flash hider to move.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 05:59 PM
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I laid mine on the ground, tightened the wrench and used a piece of pipe on the wrench for leverage. If you don't have a cheater pipe try applying pressure with your foot
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 06:00 PM
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Be careful! You might need a clamshell for the upper, and a vice to hold it. I've done it several times and it's usually a no-brainer, but if yours is too tight, there is a real danger of breaking your gun.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 06:02 PM
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We had a problem removing one from an AR recently. We ended up using some Kroil penetrating oil and letting it sit for a while. Still took a little bit of muscle, but it came off.
It is far more important to be able to hit the target than it is to haggle over who makes a weapon or who pulls a trigger.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 06:10 PM
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i tried penetrating old. With no luck. I will look for a clamshall and see if that works.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 07:09 PM
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Big crescent wrench to get a lot of torque on it...
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 07:12 PM
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Make sure it's not pinned. Might have to heat it up slightly with a heat gun. I've seen loctite on some before.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 07:36 PM
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i will check for a pin. I tried standing on the lower and trying to remove it but it would not move. Might have to have a gun smith look at it. I dont want bend the upper or barrel since I dont have a clamshell.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 07:42 PM
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Clamp the barrel in a vise between a couple pieces of wood.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/12/15 11:08 PM
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I'd try to heat it (mildly, of course) and see if it will move then, since you're already tried the oil with no luck.
https://web.archive.org/web/20170223065011/http:/www.rrdvegas.com/silencer-cleaning.html
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/13/15 12:05 AM
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use a vise. if you need help. just shout out. having the right tools will keep you from jacking the barrel.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/13/15 12:21 AM
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I have to do this same thing with the SR 556.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/13/15 02:43 AM
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A vice and a couple of wood blocks to clamp on the barrel. Loosen with a 3/4 inch wrench
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/13/15 03:15 AM
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Come by my office on Saturday...we have all the correct tools and can take a look at it for you.
I am still looking for the perfect apron, one with reinforced knee areas would be perfect.
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Re: Ar 15 flash hider removeal
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02/13/15 06:05 PM
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I had this problem a couple weeks ago...took a lighter and heated the end for a few seconds and it came off easier.
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