Is it legal to remove the stupid block from my Colt Sporter Target? It makes it almost impossible to do trigger work on the rifle. If it is legal, how should I remove it? Dremel, take it to a smith??? Thanks as always!
Posted: 7/30/2001 12:53:22 PM EDT
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Have it done professionally. You could do it yourself, but you could easily make a mess of it if you don't have the right tools and good instructions.
Posted: 7/30/2001 6:03:41 PM EDT
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Have John Norrell do it. He is the best.
Posted: 7/30/2001 10:32:00 PM EDT
[#3]
Here are detailed instructions on sear block removal. They seem like very well laid out plans to me, with excellent detail. Try this if you are handy with tools:[left]
(Quote from AJ from the old AR15 Forums) Author: AJ Topic: Colt sear block removal Junior Member posted 01-10-2001 20:12
Before you drop $200 to have somebody cut on and refinish your $800+ receiver to remove the sear block consider this: As an engineer and perfectionist I like to keep my stuff looking factory. I removed the block on both my ARs because I could and they look exactly like they did before except the block is gone. Here is how to do it.
1. Place the receiver in a padded vise 2. Drill a vertical hole in the block(correct size for a #8 machine screw with hex head) 3/8" to 1/2" deep and centered at the intersection of the "L" in COLT (centered over the block pin). 3. Thread the hole with a bottom tap. 4. Fill the hole to the top with Marvel Mystery Oil and start the screw. 5. Slowly tighten the screw and you will notice the pin begin to protrude out of the receiver. 6. When the pin is about 5/16" protruding from the receiver the block should wiggle fore and aft. 7. Grab the block with a pair of vice grips and gently wiggle it while pulling vertically. 8. Once the block is out the roll pin may still be in the receiver. Repeat step 7 if so. 9. Knock the block pin back in flush with the receiver side. DONE..isn't hydraulics just great!
Use a carbide tip drill, the block metal is hardened.
This is only information. I am not responsible for your mistakes. If you don't feel comfortable doing this send me $30 and your receiver and I will do it for you, however since you don't know me from Adam I suggest you take these instructions to a competent gunsmith and have him do it.
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Posted: 7/30/2001 10:42:04 PM EDT
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My suggestion would be to leave the gun in it's factory pristine glory. There will always be those out there willing to pay a premium to ride the Colt pony.
Now take the money and build yourself up a nice Bushmaster in whatever configuration you might like.