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[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Mushy trigger

Posted: 3/10/2005 3:07:15 PM EDT

Is there a do it yourselfer techique to minimize the inital takeup or slack it the stock trigger?
During the takeup part of the pull the hammer actually moves.
What typically causes this.

Can it be minimized without new parts.

After the initial takeup the remaining pull is fairly crisp and manageable.

I have been considering the 15 minute trigger job but have yet to do it.

Posted: 3/10/2005 11:00:20 PM EDT

[#1]

Quoted:
What typically causes this.

As long as the hammer is moving DOWN when the trigger is prepped it's design.

Posted: 3/11/2005 3:07:11 PM EDT

[#2]

Yes, the hammer is moving downward. By design huh? Weird!

Is this what is refered to as a 2 stage trigger.
Sorry if this Q is dumb...I just don't know much about the AR yet.

I learning though!

Posted: 3/12/2005 1:21:29 AM EDT

[#3]

no, it's a positive engagement angle. the mushy feeling comes from a poor interface between the lower hammer hook and the sear face of the trigger.

best to not fool with stock FCG parts, if you want a match trigger install one, there are many options.

Posted: 3/13/2005 11:50:35 PM EDT

[#4]

Thanks for the advice!

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - Mushy trigger

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