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Posted: 10/1/2007 11:51:31 AM EDT
| In a recent build where the weld we did on one of the rails failed I JB welded it back on (basically to be able to do a function test as I was having problems that later turned out to be due to the quadrail I had installed). Since my friend who has the welding equipment is out chasing deer with a black powder rifle I have yet to re-weld the rail and actually ended up taking it to the range with no injuries or failures (after over 200 rounds). I just figured some would be interested to know and for others who have done something similar I would be interested in hearing about. |
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I have used JB weld on alot of things and the only potential problem I see is that your rail will fall off and jam up maybe seize up the action... I fixed my harleys crank case cover with JB weld ....Held Leak proof for 3000 miles till I was able to replace the part. 
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Sounds good, I don't tend to put that many miles (or rounds) through it before replacing it just want it to last until the next build party where I will re-weld it. It would certainly be a testament to the product though if an AK were to be built using it and then tested to see how much it could take. Funny thing is I tend to think of duct tape whenever I think of JB weld and am actually tempted to do a "duct-tape-finish" on my AK to get the beat up hodgie repaired look. I have built several beautiful AKs so far, but want this one to look more like they do before being refinish nice and pretty. Still functional, just ugly. |
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