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4/7/2016 11:38:17 PM EDT
Okay I've done a ton of these but I just got a seekins adjustable gas block and I swear I broke at least two pins. How does everyone else install them?? Tips.tricks?
4/8/2016 12:07:14 AM EDT
[#1]
roll pin starter punch, followed by correct size roll pin punch

Dash of oil to lube the hole, check to see if one end of the pin is chamfered, and if so start there.  If for some reason it's really hard to get it started, check the gas block roll pin hole for a burr and/or lightly chamfer the end of the roll pin with a hand file.
4/8/2016 12:42:04 AM EDT
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roll pin starter punch, followed by correct size roll pin punch

Dash of oil to lube the hole, check to see if one end of the pin is chamfered, and if so start there.  If for some reason it's really hard to get it started, check the gas block roll pin hole for a burr and/or lightly chamfer the end of the roll pin with a hand file.
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Absolutely.
I have found on some pins that a c clamp or vise can be a savior as well.
4/8/2016 2:14:53 AM EDT
[#3]
Put the gas block in the oven at 300 degrees for about 30 minutes or so. Makes installing the gas tube, roll pin and gas block easier.
 
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