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Posted: 5/7/2023 4:12:51 PM EDT
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I clean mine after a couple hundred rounds typically. I started seeing malfunctions Friday due to neglecting to clean it. I turned the screw to allow more gas to come through and the stoppages went away.
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Posted: 5/7/2023 9:21:39 PM EDT
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Mine isn't stoppages, it's more like it cycles when it shouldn't.
Thought about stripping it completely down, but not sure how. Maybe just soak it in something. |
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Posted: 5/7/2023 9:53:05 PM EDT
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No more often than any of my other rifles, which is to say not often. I do a basic wipe down every 750 rounds or so let's call it.
I've removed the gas adjustment cylinder once ever for cleaning (across many thousands of rounds). Never noticed any meaningful difference in performance. |
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Posted: 5/7/2023 9:57:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Mine isn't stoppages, it's more like it cycles when it shouldn't. Thought about stripping it completely down, but not sure how. Maybe just soak it in something. I use an ultrasonic filled with simple green to clean it. |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 6:58:49 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Mine isn't stoppages, it's more like it cycles when it shouldn't. Thought about stripping it completely down, but not sure how. Maybe just soak it in something. |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 8:24:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: No more often than any of my other rifles, which is to say not often. I do a basic wipe down every 750 rounds or so let's call it. I've removed the gas adjustment cylinder once ever for cleaning (across many thousands of rounds). Never noticed any meaningful difference in performance. This. I didn’t even know the adjustment do-dad was removable until I had ~1500 rounds on it. I just treat it like a regular BCG as far as maintenance. |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 5:32:30 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: This. I didn’t even know the adjustment do-dad was removable until I had ~1500 rounds on it. I just treat it like a regular BCG as far as maintenance. How is the "do-dad" removed? I didn't know it was removable either..... |
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Posted: 5/8/2023 8:34:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: How is the "do-dad" removed? I didn't know it was removable either.....  Bootleg Adjustable BCG Physical |
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Posted: 5/12/2023 11:29:36 AM EDT
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Not often. I haven’t noticed the problem you’re having. Might have something to do with the 7.62 building a different sort of crud or something.
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Posted: 5/13/2023 7:06:37 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Not often. I haven’t noticed the problem you’re having. Might have something to do with the 7.62 building a different sort of crud or something. Ya, been shooting russian ammo. |
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Posted: 5/14/2023 9:23:21 PM EDT
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I’ve cleaned it once when I learned it came apart, but that’s it. I’ve been trying to find reference photos of the “arrow” pointing at the different settings to confirm mine. Seems like it’s backwards and I seem to remember hearing there was an issue with that in previous batches.
Otherwise, it works but I put on an adjustable gas block anyway. Was still very gassy with my suppressor. |
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Posted: 5/14/2023 10:22:14 PM EDT
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Any sub-$200 deals on one?
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Posted: 5/14/2023 11:04:03 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Any sub-$200 deals on one? If you dare order from CheaperThanDirt, they have it for $150 without bolt. Also says not full auto so maybe semi cut? Other than that, everything seems $200+ or out of stock. This could be local to you (CO) if you want it quick but taxes and fees will make it more expensive. |
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Posted: 5/14/2023 11:05:23 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Any sub-$200 deals on one? Depends…do you have any philosophical aversion towards CTD? ETA beat like redheaded stepchild |
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Posted: 6/2/2023 7:39:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Any sub-$200 deals on one? @bradpierson26 $179.95 Primary Arms - Bootleg Adjustable Carrier |
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Posted: 6/2/2023 7:49:09 PM EDT
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Posted: 6/3/2023 8:38:46 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Mine isn't stoppages, it's more like it cycles when it shouldn't. Thought about stripping it completely down, but not sure how. Maybe just soak it in something. What do you mean it “cycles when it shouldn’t”? |
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Posted: 6/3/2023 1:37:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I’ve cleaned it once when I learned it came apart, but that’s it. I’ve been trying to find reference photos of the “arrow” pointing at the different settings to confirm mine. Seems like it’s backwards and I seem to remember hearing there was an issue with that in previous batches. Otherwise, it works but I put on an adjustable gas block anyway. Was still very gassy with my suppressor. I really don't have enough rounds through mine to make a good judgment, and I suppose everyone's experience is different but I tend to agree with this statement. There is a difference when compared to a standard bcg but I don't know if it's worth $200. At this point I would probably recommend an adjustable gb but I liked the fact I could easily remove and disassemble it for cleaning. Edit.. I should also add I haven't done a detailed cleaning yet but I only have about 500 rounds on it. |
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Posted: 6/3/2023 3:23:45 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryWow-that is some impressive gunsmithing on a bcg. I had no idea that many go/no go gauges and tools even existed. 
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Posted: 6/5/2023 11:47:54 AM EDT
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Also wondering what “cycles when it shouldn’t” means.
I have two bootlegs. One with around 2krds 5.56 on it, and another with maybe 500rds 350Legend. No complaints. Clean them same as a USGI. |
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Posted: 6/28/2023 10:56:19 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: What do you mean it “cycles when it shouldn’t”? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Mine isn't stoppages, it's more like it cycles when it shouldn't. Thought about stripping it completely down, but not sure how. Maybe just soak it in something. What do you mean it “cycles when it shouldn’t”? I mean when I have the suppressor off it still cycles whwn in the suppressed position. It didn't do that when I first got it(would short stroke). Next thing I guess could be the recoil spring is wore. But I haven't put that many round through it I don't think, maybe 500 total. |
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Posted: 6/28/2023 4:15:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I mean when I have the suppressor off it still cycles whwn in the suppressed position. It didn't do that when I first got it(would short stroke). Next thing I guess could be the recoil spring is wore. But I haven't put that many round through it I don't think, maybe 500 total. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: Mine isn't stoppages, it's more like it cycles when it shouldn't. Thought about stripping it completely down, but not sure how. Maybe just soak it in something. What do you mean it “cycles when it shouldn’t”? I mean when I have the suppressor off it still cycles whwn in the suppressed position. It didn't do that when I first got it(would short stroke). Next thing I guess could be the recoil spring is wore. But I haven't put that many round through it I don't think, maybe 500 total. It's possible some fouling build up is causing less gas to vent out which would theoretically cause what you're describing |
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