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Posted: 9/24/2011 5:18:49 PM EST
I want to thank QUIB for allowing me to post his work here. We have a lot of repeat questions on this subject.
Having seen the question fielded numerous times over the years regarding lubrication guidance for those new to the AR15, I have attempted to clear up the question of lubrication points on the AR15 by compiling that information outlined in the Army -10 Operators Manual, into the following three Lubrication Charts.
Quib 
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CA, USA
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Posted: 1/8/2012 2:58:46 AM EST
[#1]
thnkas this helped a lot
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Posted: 1/16/2012 1:21:49 AM EST
[#2]
Very useful...thanks
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Posted: 1/27/2012 7:37:00 PM EST
[#3]
Glad to hear this helped you guys out. -Quib
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CA, USA
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Posted: 2/2/2012 8:38:42 PM EST
[#4]
Thanks for this wonderful thread :) I was wondering what exactly should I use to lube the rifle? Thanks!
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USA
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Posted: 2/12/2012 8:23:54 PM EST
[#5]
Thanks Andrew! For a n00b (me
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CA, USA
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Posted: 2/15/2012 6:08:26 PM EST
[#6]
This is a very helpful thread for someone like me who is new to the M4. For lubrication, I have been told that Rem Oil is very good and that is what I have been using. Any thoughts on this?
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KS, USA
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Posted: 2/16/2012 9:36:30 PM EST
[#7]
Saw this the other day and used it as a guide tonight, first time cleaning and lubing the BCG. Thanks for the useful diagrams!
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Posted: 2/16/2012 9:39:05 PM EST
[#8]
Thanks.
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USA
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Posted: 2/17/2012 6:28:33 PM EST
[#9]
You guys are welcome. Good to know these helped you out. -Quib
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MI, USA
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Posted: 2/26/2012 8:20:35 PM EST
[#10]
Originally Posted By 530ktm:
This is a very helpful thread for someone like me who is new to the M4 Same here, thanks! |
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Posted: 2/26/2012 8:27:10 PM EST
[#11]
Originally Posted By IcedDog:
Originally Posted By 530ktm:
This is a very helpful thread for someone like me who is new to the M4 Same here, thanks! Glad to hear this helped. |
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USA
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Posted: 2/27/2012 3:14:32 PM EST
[#12]
This is awesome! Thank you!
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IN, USA
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Posted: 2/29/2012 9:16:10 AM EST
[#13]
Thanks for posting this!
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NY, USA
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Posted: 3/4/2012 8:01:32 PM EST
[#14]
Thanks to Quib for the OUTSTANDING pictogram.
I used the above diagaram to lube the one chrome bolt that I have for one of my two AR15's. I lubed it with Rem Oil. I now have to clean my second AR15 which does NOT have a chrome bolt. Someday it will. |
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Posted: 3/16/2012 5:42:11 PM EST
[#15]
Originally Posted By 79Berlinetta:
Thanks to Quib for the OUTSTANDING pictogram. You're welcome. |
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USA
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Posted: 3/18/2012 12:49:50 PM EST
[#16]
Would love a big poster of this, anyone know where t get one?
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WI, USA
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Posted: 3/20/2012 10:59:43 AM EST
[#17]
Very helpful post. Is this just for regular maintenance or also initial lubrication during the build process? Thanks!
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Posted: 3/20/2012 11:08:35 AM EST
[#18]
Originally Posted By clockworkjon:
Very helpful post. Is this just for regular maintenance or also initial lubrication during the build process? Thanks! Yes |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 4/18/2012 7:31:09 AM EST
[#19]
Stupid question, (i know there are no such things)
However, how often are you hitting the lube points? Currently I am solely utilizing breakfree and have just under 1000 rds through my AR...... |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 4/25/2012 7:31:17 AM EST
[#20]
Very helpful.....Thank you.
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ME, USA
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Posted: 4/27/2012 4:08:26 PM EST
[#21]
Ussually after every cleaning. If you are going to range with plans to go thru 300 rds or more, go ahead and lube per diagram.
You milage may vary, but this is what works for me. |
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Posted: 4/27/2012 8:53:36 PM EST
[#22]
Guys if you're going to shoot it, a few drops of lube won't hurt. A little lube prevents many problems cause by lack of cleaning.
There are plenty of people here posting how many rounds their rifle runs without lube and cleaning. That's all really impressive but why subject your rifle to that kind of abuse? Clean it, lube it frequently and it will not fail you. IF you are in a world of shit and cannot find lube, ANY lube will do, running it dry will only lead to pre-mature wear and tear. So why do it deliberately? Follow the above manual, and always lube, if you can't clean, lube. |
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Posted: 5/6/2012 2:16:49 AM EST
[#23]
+1 on the thanks. And, like JonnyRocko asked is it available as a poster?
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Posted: 5/11/2012 12:19:27 PM EST
[#24]
You guys are welcome.
Sorry, at the time I put those charts together I did not realize how popular they would become, so I never saved them in a format larger than what you'll find on-line. Another idea besides printing them out in poster size, might be laminating them in a size suitable for storage in a field box or cleaning kit. Punch a hole in one corner of each card and run them onto a small key ring. |
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USA
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Posted: 5/20/2012 2:30:23 AM EST
[#25]
I saved and printed them out for my kids to each have a copy of their own. Think I'll get them laminated first though.
Thank you very much! It is very much appreciated! |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 5/27/2012 4:18:13 PM EST
[#26]
Thanks! Very helpful
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NM, USA
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Posted: 5/30/2012 2:25:37 PM EST
[#27]
Great post, it's information like this that makes this place invaluable to both the old and new. And as noted, the laminating and key ring idea is truly awesome.
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CT, USA
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Posted: 6/2/2012 9:15:01 PM EST
[#28]
Thanks! Just shot my AR for the first time today and this was very helpful!
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Posted: 6/17/2012 9:07:24 PM EST
[#29]
Wanted to thank you for posting this. I shot my new M&P today and used your guidelines. It helped out a lot. No issues what so ever.
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Posted: 6/18/2012 2:43:25 PM EST
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Originally Posted By JONNYROCKO:
Would love a big poster of this, anyone know where t get one? Save a photo of it and go down to your local Fed-Ex/Kinkos and have them make it into a large print...whatever dimensions you want. |
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GA, USA
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Posted: 6/21/2012 10:09:53 AM EST
[#31]
Thanks for putting all this together. Definitely a big help!
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Posted: 6/21/2012 8:36:14 PM EST
[#32]
You're welcome, gentlemen.
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MI, USA
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Posted: 7/19/2012 8:55:07 PM EST
[#33]
Awesome. Thanks! Printed and filed.
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OH, USA
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Posted: 7/24/2012 4:58:08 AM EST
[#34]
Thanks for the tips. My AR is awash in lube now. I get carried away...
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CA, USA
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Posted: 7/28/2012 8:19:05 AM EST
[#35]
This is gonna make owning an AR15 so much easier!!!!!!!!!
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Posted: 7/28/2012 8:26:10 AM EST
[#36]
Glad to help guys.
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TN, USA
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Posted: 8/15/2012 9:33:34 PM EST
[#37]
Chart doesn't address the bore. After cleaning, what is your opinion on running a light lube on a patch thru the bore? All of my rifles and handguns I do that, but maybe with the chrome lined barrel, it may not be necessary. Great info btw.
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Posted: 8/16/2012 7:23:13 AM EST
[#38]
Originally Posted By tnharley:
Chart doesn't address the bore. After cleaning, what is your opinion on running a light lube on a patch thru the bore? All of my rifles and handguns I do that, but maybe with the chrome lined barrel, it may not be necessary. Great info btw. Certainly won't hurt! I do the same... |
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Posted: 8/17/2012 7:17:22 PM EST
[#39]
Originally Posted By tnharley:
Chart doesn't address the bore. After cleaning, what is your opinion on running a light lube on a patch thru the bore? All of my rifles and handguns I do that, but maybe with the chrome lined barrel, it may not be necessary. Great info btw. The chart addresses lubing for operation, not for storage. That is why lubing of the bore is not included. I personally run a lightly lubed patch down the bore for storage. |
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UT, USA
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Posted: 8/29/2012 9:37:01 PM EST
[#40]
awesome, i've been looking all over online for a good tutorial on this!
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SC, USA
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Posted: 10/2/2012 4:20:11 PM EST
[#41]
I agree, this is very useful. I do have a question though. Why do the operator manuals from the USMC and Army say "generously lube inside parts of lower receiver and extension assembly"? I don't like that idea but i have a coworker that's hell bent on "hosing it down". To me, a lot of lube would cause a ton of gunk build up and cause problems. Can anyone explain this?
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CA, USA
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Posted: 10/31/2012 12:38:42 PM EST
[#42]
So how often would you recommend re-lubing these points?
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Posted: 11/4/2012 1:23:09 AM EST
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Originally Posted By jukeboxx13: So how often would you recommend re-lubing these points? I can only speak for myself but I usually clean after every range trip. I alway lube after cleaning. On the rare occasion I don't clean I still lube before I shoot again but that's common practice on all my firearms. |
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AR, USA
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Posted: 11/5/2012 11:35:45 PM EST
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Very useful, I include this link in my "Congrats, now read this" email I send to my buddies when they buy their first AR15 and are full of questions. Thanks!
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WY, USA
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Posted: 12/1/2012 10:44:44 PM EST
[#45]
Great post.
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FL, USA
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Posted: 12/6/2012 9:16:25 PM EST
[#46]
Still waiting for my first AR in nearly 20 years to get here but found this thread and am most grateful for the info.
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CA, USA
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Posted: 12/11/2012 10:23:47 PM EST
[#47]
Thanks so much for this...very helpful!
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NY, USA
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Posted: 12/23/2012 3:37:27 PM EST
[#48]
very helpful
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TX, USA
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Posted: 12/28/2012 3:30:50 PM EST
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Originally Posted By crissguinn: I agree, this is very useful. I do have a question though. Why do the operator manuals from the USMC and Army say "generously lube inside parts of lower receiver and extension assembly"? I don't like that idea but i have a coworker that's hell bent on "hosing it down". To me, a lot of lube would cause a ton of gunk build up and cause problems. Can anyone explain this? over at LF, many of the BTDT crowd advocate spraying down bolt, carrier, lower until its wet. the lube of choice over there is Slip2000 |
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FL, USA
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Posted: 12/31/2012 1:14:06 PM EST
[#50]
thanks
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