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Rohrbaugh Products and Accessories => Gunsmithing or Modifications for your Rohrbaugh => Topic started by: rtw on October 30, 2005, 02:24:17 PM
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The pin is stuck in the frame and I can't remove it or reinsert it-perhaps because I don't know how much force I should apply in either direction.
The brass Brownell's punch isn't long enough to remove it.
Suggestions please.
Thanks, Dick
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Never mind. I got it.
This was my first attempt at cleaning this gun, which is somewhat of a challenge for this spatially blind guy. I followed the owner's manual and the info on Chris' excellent FAQ site and all worked out well.
Brownell's 1/16 inch punch isn't as solid as I would like and I had misplaced RJ's "Stop Stick" so had to make do with a wooden chopstick and the end of a small screw driver. Definitely could use 3 hands.
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Responding to ones own questions is a favorite of mine!! ;)
Glad that it worked out for you..
I am looking for the "perfect" punch still.. :o
If you find one -please let me know.. ;)
Take care,
Brenden
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I tried a brass punch too. At that small diameter, brass isn't strong enough. So I ended up buying a steel punch from Brownell's. I think it's a Starrett brand. Very classy. You won't damage the pin - it's hardened steel.
Disassembly / reassembly does get much easier with practice. ;)
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Dick,
I'm glad you got it OK. Hope it went back together to your satisfaction.
I was madder than a hornet with my first experience. And even made a couple of grouchy posts, that I later deleted. :)
Bill