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Posted: 1/24/2009 1:04:38 PM EST
I have a m1a that won't cycle after firing. It seems the bolt is not unlocking smoothly enough although it could be in the gas system . It is/has been cleaned, I hadn't fired it for several months , it was working fine before. I'm not real familiar with the m1 gas system if that could be the problem ,what would I check?

The 2 stage trigger engagement seems to be a hard point if you cycle the action slowly by hand.
Link Posted: 1/24/2009 3:14:52 PM EST
[#1]
I don't much about the M1A, but I know a lot about the Garand.  

First thing I would check is that it is properly greased.  Make sure no grease has solidified in the op-rod bolt recess.  I've seen more Garands malfunction because of a lack of grease.

Also, should of asked this first, is it not moving the bolt at all or short cycling?
Link Posted: 1/24/2009 5:29:24 PM EST
[#2]
Better check the gas cut-off valve in the gas piston housing, is the gas on or off?

The rifle is manualy operated if the gas valve is off.
Link Posted: 1/26/2009 9:16:10 AM EST
[#3]
Gas plug tight?  Don't ask why I would ask this!

Eagle1Ohio
Link Posted: 1/26/2009 1:01:01 PM EST
[#4]
It says there is 16 replies in here, but only 4 show up.   Something wrong?
Link Posted: 1/26/2009 3:53:44 PM EST
[#5]
Yes ,It counts my attempts but nothing shows up
Link Posted: 1/26/2009 3:58:35 PM EST
[#6]
Hey it's finally working ,both the M1a and the "internets"
It was the gas valve, I must have closed it when I cleaned it last like I said I'm new to this weapon, I don't remember turning it but it was closed
Thanks for the replies.
Link Posted: 1/26/2009 4:06:04 PM EST
[#7]
Glad it wasn't anything.  Go shoot!
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