Inconsistent trigger pull > Troubleshooting

Posted: 4/26/2005 12:13:24 PM EDT

I couldn't find this in the faq's or search, so my apologies if this has been asked before.

I have a brand new (under 200 rounds) AR, and it came with a great 2 stage trigger (about 5 lbs pull) out of the box. My problem is it doesn't always stay with that trigger pull. About 50% of the time it breaks at a significantly heavier weight, and only in a single stage. (or the first stage is so hard that it's impossible to feel the second stage.)
Any thoughts as to what would cause this? Will it go away with wear? Are my pins "walking"?

Posted: 4/26/2005 5:23:46 PM EDT

[#1]

First of all, whose trigger is it? Some triggers are adjustable and some aren't. Are you using oil or running it dry? If your pins are walking you can tell by looking at the receiver to see if they are out of position.

Posted: 4/27/2005 4:00:03 AM EDT

[#2]

I'm no expert, but I'd try lubing it up and see if it remains more consistent. Sounds like it's getting intermittent lube.

Larry

Posted: 4/27/2005 7:38:06 AM EDT

[#3]

Quoted:
First of all, whose trigger is it? Some triggers are adjustable and some aren't. Are you using oil or running it dry? If your pins are walking you can tell by looking at the receiver to see if they are out of position.

I haven't lubricated the lower parts beyond how they were lubed at the factory. I'll try that out tonight, and check the pin positions at the same time. I avoided naming the brand to avoid the "Dood that brand sucks you shoulda bought _____ lolollkekek" responses that tend to populate these forums. It is non-adjustable though, since it is a plane jane A2 rifle all around.

Posted: 4/27/2005 7:58:54 AM EDT

[#4]

1-Lube the trigger. Then
2- Put some rounds down the tube.
3-Repeat

Most of the HP guys I shoot with keep their triggers pretty wet because it keeps the pull consistant. Don't worry about the specific brand of trigger. As you've seen there are plenty of mall ninja's out there.

Quoted:
I haven't lubricated the lower parts beyond how they were lubed at the factory. I'll try that out tonight, and check the pin positions at the same time. I avoided naming the brand to avoid the "Dood that brand sucks you shoulda bought _____ lolollkekek" responses that tend to populate these forums. It is non-adjustable though, since it is a plane jane A2 rifle all around.

Posted: 4/27/2005 9:04:45 AM EDT

[#5]

Thanks for the information! I'm going to be using this for high power, so I'll definitely give the lower parts a good coat of clp. Going to try getting out to the range this weekend again. In the meantime, dry fire will have to do.

Quoted:
1-Lube the trigger. Then
2- Put some rounds down the tube.
3-Repeat

Most of the HP guys I shoot with keep their triggers pretty wet because it keeps the pull consistant. Don't worry about the specific brand of trigger. As you've seen there are plenty of mall ninja's out there.h=85%

Quoted:
I haven't lubricated the lower parts beyond how they were lubed at the factory. I'll try that out tonight, and check the pin positions at the same time. I avoided naming the brand to avoid the "Dood that brand sucks you shoulda bought _____ lolollkekek" responses that tend to populate these forumshough,

Posted: 4/27/2005 8:12:04 PM EDT

[#6]

Lube the Sear and Hammer engagement.

Lift up on the hammer while pressing on the trigger adding significant poundage to the pull.

After about 20-30 of these actions, the crispness of the trigger will be noitceably improved. If it doesn't, lube the Sear and Hammer again and repeat a few more times.

I have a stock Bushmaster trigger group that is a very crisp 4.5 to 5# pull now, which IMHO is perfect for a SD Weapon system. Any lighter, and the chances of an AD under pressure increases.

Just my .02 cents worth.

Tack

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