[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Gas block roll pin problem

Posted: 9/21/2006 7:01:14 AM EDT

Can anyone give me some advice on removal of this pin? I have tried roll pin punches and it just won't budge. I think I may soak it with some break free this evening and try it. If anyone has any advice it would be greatly appreciated.

Posted: 9/21/2006 7:50:01 AM EDT

[#1]

What type of gas block are you trying to remove? Is it a low profile or the standard A2 sight/gas block. Are you switching to a different gas block? But to answer your question, you need to be working on a solid surface when you try to knock the roll pin loose. I've used a 1/16" drill bit with great success. If all else fails you could always use a bigger hammer.

Posted: 9/21/2006 7:56:55 AM EDT

[#2]

I can only echo what excist_and_reflect said. Work on a solid surface, use a good quality punch, and place a bit of penetrating oil on the pin, let it work in. Usually it’s the FSB taper pins that give people trouble!

Posted: 9/21/2006 9:18:47 AM EDT

[#3]

It's a low profile on my colt accurized. I may try the drill bit and penetrating oil this evening. Thanks for the help.

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