Fact or Fiction?

Discussion in 'AR-15 Discussion' started by Bronze_Cased, Jun 4, 2007.

  1. Jun 4, 2007 #1
    Bronze_Cased

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    I've heard this rumor about the M4 and M16: If you place the bolt carrier group bolt-down on a table and the weight of bolt carrier group is able to push the bolt into the locked position, the extractor spring needs to be replaced.

    True or not?
     
    Bronze_Cased, Jun 4, 2007
    Bronze_Cased, Jun 4, 2007
  3. Jun 5, 2007 #2
    45_Storm

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    No, not true. a well lubricated and slightly worn M16 will do that, yet be in perfect operating condition. The extractor spring has nothing to do with it.
     
    45_Storm, Jun 5, 2007
    45_Storm, Jun 5, 2007

  5. Jul 3, 2007 #3
    robocop10mm

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    Fact or fiction

    The extractor spring has nothing to do with it. The gas rings are the only hang up. They rarely wear out.
     
    robocop10mm, Jul 3, 2007
    robocop10mm, Jul 3, 2007