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Any new triggers for AR50 a1's
11/14/2010 10:41:56 PM
Looked around the web again for a way to lighten up the trigger pull but no new stuff has come out that i've seen. Anyone know of something new or new tricks to get it down from 5lbs?
11/15/2010 12:51:13 AM
Should use a 700 trigger with no safety. I have a Timney in mine, but mine isn't an A1.
11/16/2010 1:40:12 AM
Originally Posted By ARsR4ME:
Looked around the web again for a way to lighten up the trigger pull but no new stuff has come out that i've seen. Anyone know of something new or new tricks to get it down from 5lbs?
Looked around the web again for a way to lighten up the trigger pull but no new stuff has come out that i've seen. Anyone know of something new or new tricks to get it down from 5lbs?
Did you try the company that makes the trigger..... Shilen Trigger
I think ArmaLite may have made a spelling error...on the web site...but I will check on it.....
I personally would like a Two Stage Trigger...being mainly my other ArmaLites have them....
SASS
11/16/2010 8:29:09 PM
You can replace it with a Jewell trigger, guys using them for competition are using the 2 ounce trigger w/o any problems. I replaced the original Shilen in mine with a non lawyerized version Shilen that they used to put in the AR-50's with a standard version and have it set at 2 pounds.
One thing you need to think about is that this trigger (standard Shilen) doesn't have a safety (AR-50 has it's safety on the bolt) and this is where you can run into a problem on the earlier version of the AR-50. If you snap the safety down w/o holding it and the bolt has been cocked it will ride over the sear and FIRE!!! Something to think about when you let someone else shoot your rifle, I never use the safety on my AR-50. I also never load it until I'm ready to shoot it, being a single shot I see no reason to.
One thing you need to think about is that this trigger (standard Shilen) doesn't have a safety (AR-50 has it's safety on the bolt) and this is where you can run into a problem on the earlier version of the AR-50. If you snap the safety down w/o holding it and the bolt has been cocked it will ride over the sear and FIRE!!! Something to think about when you let someone else shoot your rifle, I never use the safety on my AR-50. I also never load it until I'm ready to shoot it, being a single shot I see no reason to.
11/16/2010 10:16:57 PM
Originally Posted By 50_Shooter:
You can replace it with a Jewell trigger, guys using them for competition are using the 2 ounce trigger w/o any problems. I replaced the original Shilen in mine with a non lawyerized version Shilen that they used to put in the AR-50's with a standard version and have it set at 2 pounds.
One thing you need to think about is that this trigger (standard Shilen) doesn't have a safety (AR-50 has it's safety on the bolt) and this is where you can run into a problem on the earlier version of the AR-50. If you snap the safety down w/o holding it and the bolt has been cocked it will ride over the sear and FIRE!!! Something to think about when you let someone else shoot your rifle, I never use the safety on my AR-50. I also never load it until I'm ready to shoot it, being a single shot I see no reason to.
You can replace it with a Jewell trigger, guys using them for competition are using the 2 ounce trigger w/o any problems. I replaced the original Shilen in mine with a non lawyerized version Shilen that they used to put in the AR-50's with a standard version and have it set at 2 pounds.
One thing you need to think about is that this trigger (standard Shilen) doesn't have a safety (AR-50 has it's safety on the bolt) and this is where you can run into a problem on the earlier version of the AR-50. If you snap the safety down w/o holding it and the bolt has been cocked it will ride over the sear and FIRE!!! Something to think about when you let someone else shoot your rifle, I never use the safety on my AR-50. I also never load it until I'm ready to shoot it, being a single shot I see no reason to.
Thats what i was looking for. So just buy a standard 700 shilen trigger and it drops right in? I to have never used the saftey and would not think it would be an issue. It just hard for me to go from my 2 lb bolt gun trigger to the 50. It feels way heavier than it does if i just shoot it all day by its self.
11/17/2010 11:39:16 AM
The standard Shilen for a Rem. 700 is a drop in fit and then adjust it to where you want it. You can adjust it to light, one way to check is to bounce the rifle on the butt. If the trigger clicks it's to light and needs to be readjusted. If you drop the Jewell in you'll need to do a little grinding on the side of the receiver for fit but it's very little.
When you remove the pins that hold the sear be sure that you keep a finger on the sear or else the spring under might shoot out. Let the tension off easy and keep all the pieces together, finding those small springs is a bitch in carpet.
When you remove the pins that hold the sear be sure that you keep a finger on the sear or else the spring under might shoot out. Let the tension off easy and keep all the pieces together, finding those small springs is a bitch in carpet.
11/23/2010 4:29:28 PM
Originally Posted By 50_Shooter:
The standard Shilen for a Rem. 700 is a drop in fit and then adjust it to where you want it. You can adjust it to light, one way to check is to bounce the rifle on the butt. If the trigger clicks it's to light and needs to be readjusted. If you drop the Jewell in you'll need to do a little grinding on the side of the receiver for fit but it's very little.
When you remove the pins that hold the sear be sure that you keep a finger on the sear or else the spring under might shoot out. Let the tension off easy and keep all the pieces together, finding those small springs is a bitch in carpet.
The standard Shilen for a Rem. 700 is a drop in fit and then adjust it to where you want it. You can adjust it to light, one way to check is to bounce the rifle on the butt. If the trigger clicks it's to light and needs to be readjusted. If you drop the Jewell in you'll need to do a little grinding on the side of the receiver for fit but it's very little.
When you remove the pins that hold the sear be sure that you keep a finger on the sear or else the spring under might shoot out. Let the tension off easy and keep all the pieces together, finding those small springs is a bitch in carpet.
Do you have a link to someone that carries the Jewell at a reasonable price? I'm looking to lighten up the trigger for my AR50 and this sounds perfect.
11/27/2010 10:21:51 AM
actually the shilen rem 700 sounds even better, no modification necessary and a 1.5lb pull, nice.
anyone know the best place to purchase these? Thanks!!
anyone know the best place to purchase these? Thanks!!
11/27/2010 11:27:54 AM
11/28/2010 7:46:35 AM
I would try adjusting the trigger you have first. I did mine and it really turned out great. It is not too hard to do. And it is free!
If it doesn't turn out like you want, then get another.
http://www.quarterbore.com/library/articles/rem700trigger.html
If it doesn't turn out like you want, then get another.
http://www.quarterbore.com/library/articles/rem700trigger.html
11/28/2010 8:47:36 AM
Thanks Gunsmoke! I still kinda like the idea of having a drop-in to use and then going back to the factory unmodified trigger if something doesn't work out...
I found one on FleaBay, would I need to modify that or remove the safety prior to installation?
I found one on FleaBay, would I need to modify that or remove the safety prior to installation?
11/29/2010 9:18:16 AM
Anybody? Bueller? Ready to pull the trigger here (ugh puns)
11/29/2010 2:36:48 PM
Looks like you'll have to do it and report back.
11/29/2010 8:58:46 PM
Took it apart and for those who want to see the 50 apart here you go.
upper and lower
just the barrel action
trigger
upper and lower
just the barrel action
trigger
12/1/2010 4:24:43 PM
Great pics thanks! I just ordered a Rem 700 trigger, unused but 10 years old so it's one of the good (adjustable 1.5-3lb) ones, got it for $35 so worst case I'm not out much $. The guy I got it from has another if anyone is interested.
12/1/2010 6:20:30 PM
I going to try and adjust the factory one before i buy one. I cant find my trigger pull gauge. I may have to buy one first.
