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Posted: 10/20/2004 11:50:04 PM EDT
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a big one. seriously, i went out and bought a BIG screwdriver. they're not expensive so why pay out for some fancy armor tool or whatever.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 12:08:15 AM EDT
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I hear ya there. I don't feel like shelling out 35 bucks for a DPMS tool.
Any idea what size or spec your screwdriver is that works? Is it big enough to fill the entire length of the socket? |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 12:20:18 AM EDT
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Craftsman 3/8 # 41852 Q WF. that's what's written on it anyway. it's about 13inches long including the handle. more thrusts per squeeze!
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Posted: 10/21/2004 12:39:33 AM EDT
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even with the large husky driver i have my buttstock screw wouldnt budge. i think i'm going to need someone else to hold the rifle for me so i can put 2 hands into it.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 1:06:20 AM EDT
[#5]
it might have loc-tite on it. it's a factory rifle right? |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 1:53:09 AM EDT
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Mine is a factory Bushmaster. I'll probably have the same problems... :(
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Posted: 10/21/2004 2:22:41 AM EDT
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just crank on it. the loc tite isn't permanent.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 3:39:41 AM EDT
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If it is red loctite, it might as well be permanent until you break something. I use red loctite for stuff that I'll never ever want coming loose and never ever want to remove unless absolutely necessary.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 4:22:42 AM EDT
[#9]
My bushy took some real cranking with a large screwdriver because of the locktite, but it eventually came and I did it by myself.
Actually now that I think about it I got it off with the end of a beer bottle opener, it was the right size. 
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Posted: 10/21/2004 4:29:45 AM EDT
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A very big one.
 A larger regular screwdriver will work but you should use a 'gunsmith' screwdriver as it won't tear up the edges of the screw heads. You can get a gunsmith set from Wal Mart for less than $15 which includes a bunch of bits.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 4:38:53 AM EDT
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+1 on a VERY big screw driver. Maybe a replacement screw in case you tear the crap out of your old one like I did. My Bushy A2 stock was a pain in the ass to remove.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 8:05:06 AM EDT
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Without answering the question (as I don't have my A2 handy) strong recommendation for the Brownell's Magna-Tip super set. Gunsmithing screwdrivers with two handles and 60 odd bits, you can find the correct width and thickness for every screw.,
I realize an A2 buttstock screw is not the same as dissembling your Rizzini shotgun, but it's a really nice tool set to have. Too much? Get a C&R license for a discount, or drop hints to your wife/gf /pop.. B |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 8:29:14 AM EDT
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Most of the rifles I've seen lately have been coming with hex screws in them. A large slot blade screw driver will do the job just fine.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 8:52:20 AM EDT
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do the hex screws have the vent hole in them too?
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Posted: 10/21/2004 9:36:04 AM EDT
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From what I heard in threads like this, I thought it would be hell to get my Bushmaster factory installed buttstock screw out. Turns out it came out easy as pie
 . I just used the biggest screwdriver I could find around the house.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:08:16 AM EDT
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Using Red Loctite anywhere on an AR-15 seems like a Real Bad Idea. I can't think of any part that I would want to permanently install. Blue Loctite ought to do the trick just fine if you really feel the need. Just use your big ass screwdriver (I'll second the vote for the Craftsman 3/8" blade), sack up, and crank that mother down. Same goes for taking it off. If you find you can't hang on to the screwdriver tight enought to get it loose, jerk off for a few weeks until you build up your grip.
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:14:17 AM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:14:33 AM EDT
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Yeah it's not like it also removes barrel nuts, receiver extensions, castle nuts and flash supressors as well.... Oh wait... 
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:19:05 AM EDT
[#19]
Yeah, but so does Tannerite. And it's more fun! |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:32:41 AM EDT
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 I gotta attend the Brouhaha School of Gunsmithery and Explosives! Definately sounds more than using a wrench>
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:42:13 AM EDT
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Yeah, it can be fun. But it's a pain in the butt to suit up to change a flash suppressor. I usually try to wait for several jobs all at once.  |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:56:30 AM EDT
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ROFL. That's funny stuff right there. Something about jerking-off, butts, and "screw" in this thread just doesn't seem right. Anyhoo, I couldn't get a good enough grip on my big-ass Craftsman screwdriver to get my Bushmaster buttstock screw out. I put the end of a steel file in the slot and used an adjustable wrench for leverage. There was a loud SNAP as I broke the Loctite's grip. Nothing else broke, though. (Edited for grammar) |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 10:59:57 AM EDT
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Get one of the big Craftsman Professional screwdrivers...they have a great handle on them to allow you to apply a lot of force, and are very well made. I use one on my Harley all the time to get the air cleaner off to clean it...
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Posted: 10/21/2004 11:23:42 AM EDT
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So give us the Sears / Craftsman part number already! |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 11:34:33 AM EDT
[#25]
while we are talking about tools i have one that comes in handy when working on guns. A magnet tray to ensure you dont loose your pins, springs, screws and what not
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Posted: 10/21/2004 11:38:44 AM EDT
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47449 for the x large 3/8 x 8 slotted Professional screwdriver. My catalog lists it as 8.99... |
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Posted: 10/21/2004 4:20:52 PM EDT
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SUCCESS!!!
I just want to thank all who have helped with input and advice. I invested in a huge flathead 3/8" and my A2 screw came off easily. My carbine now wears a RRA 6-pos, and is just that much more evil! 
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Posted: 10/21/2004 4:25:58 PM EDT
[#28]
Get it from MidwayUsA for a whole lot less; about $25.
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