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3/19/2023 3:33:12 PM EDT
I have a Ruger American 5.56.  I noticed the the bolt release pin sticking way out of reciever, touching the stock actually. It seems to be a really loose fit.
    I used a punch and put it  back in as far as it would go.
    I've only had this rifle for a little while and have yet to get it to the range.  I searched online but only found this issue mentioned once or twice without much detail.
   Anyone experienced this issue.
Thanks in advance.
3/28/2023 11:32:11 PM EDT
[#1]
Originally Posted By deadbolt308:
I have a Ruger American 5.56.  I noticed the the bolt release pin sticking way out of reciever, touching the stock actually. It seems to be a really loose fit.
    I used a punch and put it  back in as far as it would go.
    I've only had this rifle for a little while and have yet to get it to the range.  I searched online but only found this issue mentioned once or twice without much detail.
   Anyone experienced this issue.
Thanks in advance.
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I'm new to the Ruger ranch bolt guns, so I'm studying, and learning.  I have mine (5.56) mounted in Magpul Hunter stock which has more space so the shifting will be more for me I believe. With that in mind I read someone that said they use a longer pin for the Magpul models. THEY DO NOT, straight from the horse's mouth. The pin is 16mm long. I will watch mine, but think this is a non issue. Besides that, think of all of the Karens, and the complaining if this was a known issue. If needed I'll just cut down a drill bit. By the way, mine can be push up with my fingernail.
Shoot straight and tell the truth!
3/29/2023 12:46:56 AM EDT
[#2]
A drop of nail polish FTW
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Teddy the Toad, (w,stte), "The Derpmen"
3/29/2023 11:58:14 AM EDT
[#3]
Thanks everyone!!!
3/29/2023 2:05:15 PM EDT
[#4]
We have a bit of Ranch data over here

https://www.ar15.com/forums/general/Ruger-American-Ranch/5-2513605/
"The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the boogaloo, whose face is marred by pixels and ink and cheetos.”,
Teddy the Toad, (w,stte), "The Derpmen"
4/3/2023 1:17:14 AM EDT
[#5]
Another question.  I meant to ask this the other day and forgot.
    The magpul installation instructions state 60-80 inch pounds for the two action screws.
    I went with 70, right in the middle. Is there an advantage to going lighter or heavier with a rifle like this?
     I know rimfire shooters use the torque on those screws to "tune" their rifles trying to wring the most accuracy out if them.
    Obviously this rifle isn't  match grade but as lousy of a shot as I am I'll look for any advantage I can
Thanks
4/3/2023 7:56:39 PM EDT
[#6]
I concentrate on the same torque no matter the level. Hence three clicks with the fat wrench.
Shoot straight and tell the truth!

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