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Posted: 9/19/2008 1:11:26 PM EDT
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Just got my H Buffer and buffer spring from Ranier Arms. A+ service/speed btw! But... I want to assemble them to my Mega Lower and my UBR stock. However... I was wondering if I needed to put CLP on any of these parts as a lubricant/protectant. I'm asking because the H buffer feels sticky to the touch.Thanks!! |
lightly lube I guess would be a quick spray of CLP? that should be good enough? |
I like to spray a little on a paint brush and just wipe some on |
This is how I lube mine. In fact, it's how I lubricate my entire weapon. In the Army we used to use shaving brushes. Either one works well. I put some on with a paint brush, then wipe it down gently with a rag so as not to take it all off. |
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Bearing grease! I put that on both of my AR's and it's never caused any problems. The bolt runs a lot smother and you don't hear that annoying metal on metal screech every time you pull the charging handle back. It takes a week or so to get rid of that noise. I learned this from a guy who was one of the top 5 shooters in the Navy, so if it works for him, it should work for me. |
| I'll second heavier weight lubricant on the buffer spring - a little bit of bearing grease, or moly grease goes a long way to quiet the "sproiannng" noise you sometimes hear when firing an AR. Scott Duff reccommends this approach in his AR-15 build guide. The heavy grease on the buffer spring doesn't attract dirt, because the buffer tube is relatively sealed from the gas that cycles the action, by the buffer itself. Over time, maybe one would see a bit of buildup on the buffer spring, I haven't though after several thousand rounds through some of my rifles. Plus, it's easy enough to remove the buffer and spring to inspect / clean if a buildup is forming. |
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