Weak Operating Spring?
I preface this with the fact that I am no Garand expert, and have searched around the site for an answer, but didn't find anything more specific than the troubleshooting chart. I'm thinking perhaps...
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If there is any flat spots worn on the spring replace it. Also thoroughly clean/degrease the rifle and then properly grease/lube it. to make sure everything it good to go and you do not have some...
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That should help, for sure the action/main/recoil spring is toasted. Get a new set for cheap from Wolf Springs. Your flat spots, and sluggish operation are sure indications I would say. Having said...
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A new op spring has been ordered, and a complete breakdown revealed a cracked bullet guide and worn follower, both now procured. The gun was a gift from my wife, and despite knowing nothing about M1s,...
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Yeah she's a very nice "precious", which is how we refer to our M1's around here! Well good you found some sub-standard parts also. With all of that corrected and the new springs she'll serve you...
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Klick wrote: I see you have the conversion kit to shoot belted ammo. Very cool. LMAO! I will admittedly say I actually paused for about three seconds pondering what you said with a look like this on...
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I knew I should'nt have added the little rolling-dudes, but then everyone would be saying: "Man! That !*@*+@% Klick"!!!!
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LOL, I had to think about it for a second too... I just wanted to class the pic up a bit. I am fortunate enough to have a close relative who is a Class 3 FFL with lots of his own toys. I buy the...
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