[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Stuck bore guide

Posted: 6/20/2012 11:31:21 AM EDT

I took my Rock River M4 carbine out for the first time in a year, put 80 rounds through it, and brought it home for cleaning. I used a Sinclair bore guide during maintenance and when I was finished, I couldn't get the bore guide out no matter how hard I pulled on it. Somehow, I made the dumb mistake of leaving the charging handle in place; however, it moves back and forth freely and doesn't seem to be interfering with anything. If anyone has any advice, I'd sure appreciate it!

Thanks,

Bob

Posted: 6/20/2012 12:09:28 PM EDT

[#1]

O-ring is jammed in tight, pull Pile pull and twist. CH should have nothing to do with it, just make it harder as now you have less area to get a good purchase.

Or your solvent caused the oring to swell.

Posted: 6/21/2012 10:16:27 AM EDT

[#2]

Thanks Gregory,

As the Brits would say, you were spot on re: the o-ring that was totally dry and in need of some lubricating grease.

Bob