I'm getting a SKS, and how would I go about removing the brake??? Looks like it twists on, and is pinned.
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 16, 2020, 07:06:09 PM
I'm getting a SKS, and how would I go about removing the brake??? Looks like it twists on, and is pinned.
There's no way of knowing without seeing it since it is an aftermarket add on. Most of the ones you see are not attached securely, so it would be a matter of unscrewing the set screw...or you can shoot it and it'll most likely fly off :)) Alternatively, if someone threaded the barrel on their SKS and got a threaded muzzle brake to attach to it, then it'll depend on what type of die they used to thread it. It could be right handed thread or left handed (to accommodate AK family brakes).
Quote from: Phosphorus32 on January 16, 2020, 07:21:27 PM
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 16, 2020, 07:06:09 PM
I'm getting a SKS, and how would I go about removing the brake??? Looks like it twists on, and is pinned.
There's no way of knowing without seeing it since it is an aftermarket add on. Most of the ones you see are not attached securely, so it would be a matter of unscrewing the set screw...or you can shoot it and it'll most likely fly off :)) Alternatively, if someone threaded the barrel on their SKS and got a threaded muzzle brake to attach to it, then it'll depend on what type of die they used to thread it. It could be right handed thread or left handed (to accommodate AK family brakes).
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Knock out that pin.
Quote from: Larry D. on January 16, 2020, 07:59:25 PM
Knock out that pin.
So the brake just slides on, and is pinned in place???
Yessir.
I found this: https://www.reddit.com/r/SKS/comments/be9e3i/how_to_remove_aftermarket_muzzle_brake/
Once the pin just under the front sight is out, it should slide off.
there may be some carbon fouling to contend with, but it's an easy job.
If you're going to 86 it, I'd be interested. You never know what Bubba might need ::) PAX
Quote from: echo1 on January 17, 2020, 01:37:05 PM
If you're going to 86 it, I'd be interested. You never know what Bubba might need ::) PAX
What does "86"?
From Google:
eigh·ty-six
/ˌādēˈsiks/
verbINFORMAL•NORTH AMERICAN
verb: 86
1.
eject or bar (someone) from a restaurant, bar, etc.
"they were accused of cheating, and eighty-sixed from their favorite casino"
2.
reject, discard, or cancel.
"the passwords will be 86ed by next October"
:)
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 17, 2020, 01:52:32 PM
Quote from: echo1 on January 17, 2020, 01:37:05 PM
If you're going to 86 it, I'd be interested. You never know what Bubba might need ::) PAX
What does "86"?
If you're gonna toss it.
Were you able to remove it?
Quote from: Larry D. on January 17, 2020, 03:56:02 PM
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 17, 2020, 01:52:32 PM
Quote from: echo1 on January 17, 2020, 01:37:05 PM
If you're going to 86 it, I'd be interested. You never know what Bubba might need ::) PAX
What does "86"?
If you're gonna toss it.
Were you able to remove it?
I planned to toss it unless someone wants it that bad.
Not gonna have the rifle until Monday.
Let Echo1 have first chance at it.
I'll take seconds.
You guys got it dance2
Heck yeah!
Hell, I'm probably gonna sell the ammo for $150 to recoup my money.
Let's see, 1000 rounds. That's a days shooting, maybe two... rofl
Quote from: Bacarnal on January 17, 2020, 08:58:27 PM
Let's see, 1000 rounds. That's a days shooting, maybe two... rofl
I live on a fixed income.
Gotcha.
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 17, 2020, 09:37:07 PM
Quote from: Bacarnal on January 17, 2020, 08:58:27 PM
Let's see, 1000 rounds. That's a days shooting, maybe two... rofl
I live on a fixed income.
I do to... Called salary. rofl2
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 17, 2020, 09:37:07 PM
Quote from: Bacarnal on January 17, 2020, 08:58:27 PM
Let's see, 1000 rounds. That's a days shooting, maybe two... rofl
I live on a fixed income.
Me too. I certainly understand.
Hard to replace that ammo once it's gone, though.
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 17, 2020, 08:43:12 PM
Hell, I'm probably gonna sell the ammo for $150 to recoup my money.
What type of ammo and how many rounds are you going to sell?
I know what it's like living on a fixed income. Will you be able to keep enough ammo for future use? It's sometimes harder to find and reacquire ammo for better prices than what you just got rid of.
firstchoice
500rds of 7.62x39mm. Rifle comes with 1,000rds.
I'm retired and fixed income too, so I get you wanting to sell ammo to recoup some of the cost. but, might want to keep what you have, 1000 rounds is kind of what you should have (unless you don't intend to shoot it), it goes fast. see it on sale for 18-19 cents a round delivered, that should give you idea of value.
Do I need to tap that pin back in after removing the brake???
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 22, 2020, 09:30:37 AM
Do I need to tap that pin back in after removing the brake???
You should, but it might be difficult to remove in the first place. Drive it out right to left, not that it matters. PAX
Quote from: echo1 on January 22, 2020, 02:00:40 PM
Quote from: WilliamBray on January 22, 2020, 09:30:37 AM
Do I need to tap that pin back in after removing the brake???
You should, but it might be difficult to remove in the first place. Drive it out right to left, not that it matters. PAX
Don't think it will pose much of an issue unless the previous owner did something stupid.
The pin that came with the brake isn't original...it is longer for the brake. The original was discarded in lieu of it.
You may want to hunt down an original if the long one can't be recovered...you do need both pins. It's a hoot shortening the lil buggers when you need to...be ready to cuss...have precision vise grips, and don't forget eye protection. chuckles1
In a pinch a roll pin can be subbed temporarily if you wanna send the original pin for the brake along with it.
I have replaced a FSB a couple times, both pins can be crucial to maintaining straightness. I will say that you having the likely unfettered with original FSB will make it easier to fix, and less likely to cause issues...but you should put A pin in there...regardless. :)
Think I might have a lead on an original pin.
I have some 2.5mm dia x 20mm long steel pins in the white that can be trimmed to length if you can't find any.They just need to be cold blued to match.
I have also heard of some guys that have used an appropriate size(.100" dia) steel nail trimmed to length and driven in sucessfully for the same purpose.ymmv