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1/26/2002 5:32:08 AM EDT
I just bought an accu-wedge and I can't figure out how to get the thing in. It didn't come with any instructions and the best I can tell by the picture is that it goes by the rear takedown pin. However, I can't possibly squeeze it down enough to push the pin through. It's too thick. What am I supposed to do with this thing?

littlemarine
1/26/2002 5:40:58 AM EDT
[#1]
It goes in below and behind the rear takedown pin- like a little chair- with the pin above. It should not be too hard to close the reciever and insert the pin... but will be a little tighter than before since that is the goal.

1/26/2002 5:50:51 AM EDT
[#2]
That's were I'm putting it but it's impossible for me to close it???
1/26/2002 6:46:34 AM EDT
[#3]
You may have to trim it.

Some brands of AR have what has called a "low shelf" where the area behind the take-down pin is milled to the same depth as in front and where the trigger components are.

My guess is you rifle has a "high shelf" and the area behind the pin is milled to about flush or so with the top of the pin.

A single edged razor works the best to trim the Accu-wedge. Just shorten it accordingly.

Hope this helps.
1/26/2002 6:46:57 AM EDT
[#4]
I had the same problem with mine.I even trimmed it quite a bit and the halve still would not close.My quess was that it didn't need the Wedge and I threw it in a drawer.
1/26/2002 9:41:24 AM EDT
[#5]
As previously said, trim it with an Xacto knife or razor blade. My Colt needed no trimming but my Bushmaster did. My Wilson is so tight it would be pointless.
1/26/2002 11:06:41 AM EDT
[#6]

Quoted:
That's were I'm putting it but it's impossible for me to close it???

                                           My armalites really didn`t need it......BUT I put it in ass backwards......and pushed down hard enough to take up all clearance.....try putting it in upside down...backwards......if you can`t.....good for you.........
1/26/2002 12:22:58 PM EDT
[#7]
Just trimmed it and got it to close. Sliced my thumb open but at least it fits
Thanks

littlemarine
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