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Posted: 4/19/2014 9:31:15 AM EDT
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I just saw many threads complaining about the DPMS .308 failing to extract, and to eject.
It seems that a number of people only needed a new barrel or to have the barrel redone. Would a new barrel from a different company, almost certainly fix the issue? |
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From what I've read, most problems with feeding go away after shooting the rifle 100 or so rounds... and it's stressed that PLENTY of lube on the BCG is required for initial break in. I can't remember his screen name, but one member here never could get his to run right.
My personal experience mirrors what I've read. I bought a NIB DPMS LR-65 (6.5 Creedmoor) and for the first 30-40 rounds, it was a single shot rifle. After HEAVY lube on the BCG, the next 40-50 rounds resulted in about 5 FTE's, last time out, again with HEAVY lube, the 30-40 rounds I fired functioned fine, All I use is hand loads by the way. I'm sure there will be various opinions and comments reference this... but I'm very happy with my LR-65... others I realize have not had it so easy... me, I'd buy another. |
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I believe DPMS chambers to be on the tight side as well as needing breaking in. As said above lube the snot out of it and run hard for a 100 or so rounds. The LR 308 I had ran without a hitch after that and I realized you have to be very fussy with your reloads and sizing. Run good factory ammo for the first couple boxes. DONT BABY IT! Do a mag dump or two.
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I just saw many threads complaining about the DPMS .308 failing to extract, and to eject. It seems that a number of people only needed a new barrel or to have the barrel redone. Would a new barrel from a different company, almost certainly fix the issue? No new barrel needed if you follow the operations manual (shooting American made brass cased factory loaded ammo and properly lubricating). Now, If like some others you and spend $1500 on a rifle and buy the cheapest possible ammo. (ursbakastaine surplus ammo in a bread bag from a guy that says "it's great ammo" or "real-good reloads" go straight to a range with out following directions yes you will have issues). 
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