Matthew Duncan Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 Proper way to tighten the firing pin nut? Cleaning the SxS after Guns of August I discovered both firing pin nuts were loose. WARNING to Gunsmiths, STOP READING. Wrench wouldn’t fit so I tighten them with needle nose pliers. Wondering if y’all have found a source for a socket or specialized tool for next time? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Will Kane Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 Garrison Joe and Warden Callaway answered that question for me about a year ago, but I don't recall the size of socket they recommended (which I now use). If they don't chime in here by the time I get home from work this evening, I'll check it out and get back to you here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Seamus Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 I use a 7mm socket from Harbor Freight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colonel Lou Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 I use a 9/32 Craftsman nutdriver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matthew Duncan Posted August 15, 2022 Author Share Posted August 15, 2022 Standard sockets work!? That’s what I get for assuming there wasn’t enough space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sixgun Seamus Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 Just now, Matthew Duncan said: Standard sockets work!? That’s what I get for assuming there wasn’t enough space. The Harbor Freight one has a pretty thin wall. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garrison Joe, SASS #60708 Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 If the socket doesn't fit down in the well of the action, stick it on your 1/4" bit driver, then grind off some of the outer wall, slowly turning it. The Chinese FP retainer nuts have a little taper, too. If your socket is a tight fit on the nut, slot one wall about half way down with a hacksaw to let the mouth of the socket open slightly. good luck, GJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Warden Callaway Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 Had to grind some off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Abilene, SASS # 27489 Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 Needle nose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silver Creek Jack Posted August 15, 2022 Share Posted August 15, 2022 3 hours ago, Sixgun Seamus said: The Harbor Freight one has a pretty thin wall. Yep! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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