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Posted: 10/2/2005 10:37:30 AM EDT
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I have a new polish underfolder built by vector that I haven't even shot yet. I was changing out the bottom foregrip this morning and the new grip was really tight but I made it fit by tapping on the handguard lock lever. (I figured it was better to be a little tight than too lose by filing it down) After installation of the foregrip I tried to load a mag in the rifle but it was too tight and would not go in. (The mag went in fine before I installed the new handguard) I figured it was way too tight and put the receiver in a bind. I tried to flip the handguard lock lever back the other way to remove the handguard but it didn't wanna budge. I used a flathead screwdriver to pry it up a little then tapped on it a couple times with a hammer but this was a bad idea and the lever broke off. What do I do now? Is there a way I can replace it? Can I do it myself or do I need to send it off? Do I have to replace the whole handguard lower bracket or can I replace just the lever? Also how do I remove the handguard now with no lever? Am I really screwed or can it be easily fixed and I'm just freaking out after doing something so stupid?? |
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The lever can be repaired. The handguard (in my opinion) was not fitted properly. I say this because you had to struggle with the locking lever with some level of difficulty. The handguard retainer should be snug against the handguard and the locking lever should rotate with no difficulty. All you have to do is take a smaller diameter punch and drive out the lever from the left to the right. You need to purchase a replacement locking lever. Unfortunatly, you will most probably have to buy a used handguard retainer from Global Trades, or a brand new one from KVAR. Once you have the replacement, do the same thing....tighten the retainer ring in a vise and drive out the locking lever from left to right. Polish the end cup on a belt sander and then install into your retainer on your rifle. Find some way to support the lever on one end and use a larger punch on the other end to swage it so it won't come out. Once you get that done, think twice about using a hammer to rotate the lever.  Once you get the parts, post again and we will walk you through it. KF |
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Thanks for the help guys. I used the link CousinIT50 gave me and found a replacement part from Numrich's for $6.20 and I used Krinkfreak's advice and used a punch to remove the lever lock. I'll place the order monday and try and install it a soon as it gets here. Thanks again guys for the help. |
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