AR-15 bolt release install

[TruBrew]

I have put together a few AR lowers on my own, but don't have the right tools to install the bolt release. I am looking for someone in the Metairie/New Orleans area who can help me out. Or the name of a gunsmith who won't charge me much for a two minute job. Thanks.

 

[beauxdog]

All you need is a hammer and punch and some tape to protect the finish. You could go buy what you need cheaper than having someone else do the job. AR15.com is your friend.

Beauxdog

 

[mickey]

I use a small self loading center punch from harbor freight.
Works well and does not spread the roll pin.

 

[JNieman]

I agree with beauxdog - especially since you've already put some together your self. In a pinch, with some painters tape protecting things, you can use a pair of pliers to squeeze the roll pin into place. Optionally, you could put a little shim in between the ears in a way that doesn't interfere with the pin, to provide support during the squeeze, but it usually goes pretty easy for me. Just a tip, in case you can't find an agreeable situation with a gun smith or experienced helper.

 

[SpeedRacer]

Just tape off the receiver to prevent damage and use a punch (I recommend a roll pin punch but a regular punch works fine as well) to hammer it in. Super simple. Since I've yet to be succesful in growing a third hand, I do use a small solid pin I cut out of an old drill bit to hold everything in place while installing the roll pin. I also put a little oil on the roll pin before putting it in.

I've heard a lot of people say the pliar method works well, I tried it once and haven't done it since. Mainly because I used a punch to get the pin started (otherwise it's prone to slip), and at that point I figure why not just go ahead and hammer it the rest of the way. Certainly would work in a pinch if you didn't have a punch or hammer though.

 

[TruBrew]

thanks guys. I will see what I can do.

 

[SpeedRacer]

If you have any problems and are ever on the Northshore let me know, we can knock that out in a heartbeat.

 

[jasonj5313]

I am on the south shore everyday. Give me a shout.

504-274-7828.

I can help u out if you still need it.



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[TruBrew]

I will try and do it on my cheaper build and se how it goes. If it turns out alright I will do it on my more expensive lower. I already put some dings in the cheap lower while hammering in the trigger guard roll pin, so I can't get too mad if I beat it up worse. If I can't do it I will give Jason a call tomorrow.

 

[LACamper]

If you get stuck Paul at Nick's in Garyville is very reasonable, plus you can test fire while you're there.

 

[headspace]

There's an offset punch that does make it a lot easier. If we weren't so far apart I'd try to get mine to you

 

[TruBrew]

I was able to do it on my own. I used a hammer and a punch I had. I dont think it was the exact right size, but it worked just fine. The videos kind of made that part look more complicated than the others, but it wasn't that bad. Much easier than the first time I tried to install the front takedown pin. I lost a few springs and pins in that adventure.

 

[jdindadell]

I use tape, to protect the finish. Instead of a hammer and punch I use a pair or slip joint pliers to press the pin in. I do finish the install with a roll pin punch to seat the roll pin past flush.