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3/5/2016 10:54:01 PM EDT
Took my first build out to shoot today and had issues with cycling.  I noticed while loading only one round in the mag that the bolt did not lock open after the round was fired.  Once moving onto three rounds in the mag I had either a jam loading the next round or the volt would cycle but not pick up the next round and chamber it.  Guessin that I'm not getting enough pressure......what should I do to fix the problem?
3/5/2016 11:00:54 PM EDT
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Had that happen on my first build. Found that the gas block was cocked a little bit and not allowing enough gas through. Double check that the hole in the gas block is correctly aligned with the hole in the barrel.
3/5/2016 11:12:29 PM EDT
[#2]
I was thinking that was the problem.  Suggestions on how to insure proper alignment?
3/5/2016 11:41:56 PM EDT
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I was thinking that was the problem.  Suggestions on how to insure proper alignment?
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Down and dirty method: use a pencil to mark the location of the gas port on the barrel as well as on the gas block. When installing the block make sure the lines match.
Pro method: use a dimple jig, which will index off of the gas port, to dimple your barrel. When you install the gas block the set screw will align the block to the correct position.
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