Ejector replacement

[Frank I.]

I know there are several old threads on the subject, I have read all of them, because mine recently broke.

Below is a description of my (unsuccessful) attempt to replace it so far. If you have replaced one, please add your comments or tips.

I have several NOS ejectors in my stash, one thing I noticed is that they need to be fitted, despite the drawing (on this site) showing the width to be .210" mine were several thousands thicker, and mine would not clear the slot in the bolt until I filed it to .183" 

My problem is successfully "bucking" the stud on the ejector. I tried using an air-hammer along with a tool I made from a steel bar to secure the ejector in place.

The air hammer successfully upset the stud, but apparently, the air hammer had too much force and I could not keep the ejector flush against the wall of the receiver. Next after Christmas ends, I will try upsetting the stud with a hammer and punch, with a helper using the tool I made to hold the ejector in place.

The drawing says 'silver solder in place", I may just do that...

Comments, tips etc. appreciated    

 

Happy Holidays! 

[fartsalot]

My hold down screw was staked but would move,   I have a class III gunsmith that is located about 15 minutes from me spot weld it same as silver soldering would do and it has worked fine.   If the ejector fails we can just die grind it out.

I'm lucky as ever to have a really good smith just down the road from me,  he can work miracles.

You could have sent your bolt and new part to me and I could have taken it to him for you and sent it back or you could have sent it to him as well.

[StrangeRanger]

25 minutes ago, fartsalot said:

My hold down screw was staked but would move,  

That's the extractor not the ejector

And welding on the bolt is a very bad idea

Edited December 25, 2024 by StrangeRanger