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Posted: 12/1/2020 11:58:02 AM EST
Late last year I bought a M1 Garand in 7.62 NATO through the CMP.
I love it. It functions great most of the time. Here is the problem I am having, on some occasions, the recoil causes the en bloc clip to partially pop up out of the magazine. I then put it back in and continue to fire. What could be causing this ? The brand clip I am using is the AEC clip. Thank you in advance for your help. |
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Posted: 12/1/2020 12:04:47 PM EST
Try replacing the clip latch spring with a new one.. that's a cheap place to start.
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Posted: 12/1/2020 12:30:39 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By IH1026: Try replacing the clip latch spring with a new one.. that's a cheap place to start. seconded |
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KY, USA
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Posted: 12/1/2020 12:34:43 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By IH1026: Try replacing the clip latch spring with a new one.. that's a cheap place to start. This. Same thing happened and new spring fixed it. |
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Posted: 12/1/2020 12:34:59 PM EST
The first thing to try is different ammo and clips. That is the easiest and cheapest way to go. I only use ww2 gi clips.
There was a recent post in the Facebook group showing the difference between 308 cartridges. From the group: PSA! If your SF or JMO clips refuse to function properly in your rifle, it may not be the clips fault. These clips were modified for the 7.62 NATO extractor groove and have been problematic when used with American cases. A solution is to use HXP ammo/ cases in those clips. Pic for reference Comparing the two different grooves. EW-43 on the left, HXP 82 on the right  If that doesn't work, replace the Clip latch and spring. |
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Posted: 12/1/2020 12:36:16 PM EST
I should add that the CMP is really good about taking weapons back and fixing them. You might go down that path if the different clip and ammo don't work.
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Posted: 12/1/2020 2:17:27 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By IH1026: Try replacing the clip latch spring with a new one.. that's a cheap place to start. 1. See if the CMP will address the issue for you. 2. If you replace the clip latch spring and still have the issue, check the nose on the bullet guide. Mine was worn - a swap-out with an in-spec bullet guide solved my premature ejection problem. |
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Posted: 12/1/2020 5:14:55 PM EST
[Last Edit: 12/1/2020 5:16:34 PM EST by M1G]
Email CMP customer service explain issue and they will put you in conatct with a armorer. They will either send parts to you to replace or will have you send rifle back for repair all at no cost. Parts and shipping will be paid for
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USA
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Posted: 12/3/2020 5:51:05 PM EST
Thank you to all who responded.
I watched the replacement of this spring on youtube and it seems simple enough so I am going to replace it my self. |
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Posted: 12/6/2020 5:52:04 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By medicguy: Thank you to all who responded. I watched the replacement of this spring on youtube and it seems simple enough so I am going to replace it my self. My experience was the same as listed above- my fix was the same as what you are proposing- just takes a couple of minutes- it has never bothered me again- replaced the latch and spring. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 12/7/2020 11:17:50 AM EST
I had the exact same problem with my .308 Garand.
Replaced the spring, no issues. It's an easy swap out too. |
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