Posted: 11/25/2011 8:56:55 PM EDT
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Shooting at the range the other day I started having failures to extract. Examining the slide later at the house I could see that a portion of the extractor that grabs the cartridge rim had broken off. Kahr CS replied in an email that the K9 extractor is a direct replacement for the E9 extractor so I will be ordering one on Monday. Has anyone done this exact replacement? Just wondering what to expect in attempting this repair.
Anyone know where to get written directions for doing this replacement? I have seen the video on disassembly and reassembly of the slide but would like just written directions. thanks, leroy99 |
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Since you just need to replace the extractor, you don't really need to fully disassemble the slide.
Here's how to change the extractor: Get a small pocket type screwdriver and round off all sharp edges and especially corners. You want no sharp edges to scratch anything. The blade should be about as wide as the small plunger right behind the extractor. Note the slot in the slide is sloped and the plunger is narrower than it looks. You need the blade to fit into the slot so you'll need to also narrow the blade. Use a driver that has a sturdy, easy to grip handle. Liberally tape the slide right behind the slot and around it. Use plenty of tape, it'll save from an accidental slip gouging the slide. Put the slide in a well-padded vise. You want it held tight but you don't want to crush or bend the slide. Put a plastic bag over the slide and vise so it'll catch things if they get away. Use the modified screwdriver to FIRMLY pull the plunger to the rear as you lift up and pull the extractor out of the slide. You want to lift the rear of the extractor as you pull it forward. Make sure the plunger is oriented correctly. The front of the plunger is beveled on the BACK side. That bevel fits over the rear of the extractor. Again pull the plunger firmly to the rear as you slip the new extractor back and down into the slide. Tilt the extractor so the rear is up slightly as you push it back and in. Once the extractor is in place, make sure the beveled side of the plunger is resting on top of the extractor. Use a piece of plastic or brass to push the extractor open to check that it's properly in place and operating correctly. It should move back and forth with plenty of spring tension but move freely. Here's an exploded view of the Kahr. http://www.stevespages.com/ipb-kahr-ktseries.html |