Building Confidence

[Caleb]

I’m innocent, I dindonuffin.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[sdmc530]

Originally Posted by Caleb

I dindonuffin.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

DUH.....

[FfNJGTFO]

Update: We are having an issue with attempting to remove the errant trigger guard roll pin. It just ain't coming out. Even attempting to punch it out with a roll pin punch isn't working. And I don't want to force it that way any longer for fear of damaging or tearing up the dog ears/lower. Right now, they're OK.


I have taken out the opposite roll pin screw in an effort to not cause that damage as well. If I then jiggle the trigger guard back and forth, it's tight, but it does move and the roll pin moves with it (slightly). My next step is to attempt to loosen the pin with some penetrating oil (unless you think I shouldn't since it may damage the finish). I'll then try to remove it with my new roll pin pusher toll. Right now, that's not working as I can't get it to anchor properly.



At EOD, if it means I have to sacrifice the trigger guard to save the lower and its dog ears, I'm willing to do that. It's only $19.00 and it's non- FFL, so I can get another. I can't get another lower just as easily. Whatever help you can offer to help me resolve this would be greatly appreciated.





Further Update: The penetrating oil did the tricik! Just a small squirt and 15 min. later, some light taps and it came right out. I was then able to use the roll pin pusher to put in the new pin.



All is well now and the build continues. Now I'm focusing on installing the barrel, delta ring and gas tube, etc., It will be fun trying to align all the pieces of the delta ring. I guess I'll use a separate tube to ensure they stay aligned as I mount the delta ring. Then comes torquing it properly. I have the torque wrench etc, so I'll watch some more YouTube videos.


Onward!

[Caleb]

Sorry I didn’t see this earlier. I was going to suggest some oil as that would not hurt the finish but, glad you were able to get it out and the new one installed. Congratulations. To be honest, I have never installed a delta ring, all mine have free float hand guards. Let us know how that goes.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[FfNJGTFO]

Originally Posted by Caleb

Sorry I didn’t see this earlier. I was going to suggest some oil as that would not hurt the finish but, glad you were able to get it out and the new one installed. Congratulations. To be honest, I have never installed a delta ring, all mine have free float hand guards. Let us know how that goes.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Day 3 of installation complete. Delta ring and gas tube installed and aligned. I took advantage of a trick I learned on a Youtube video to re-align the delta ring etc. I should have purchased an "assist" tube to keep the item aligned, but I got them aligned and the gas tube free flowing, somehow.


I attempted to install the gas block. However, I must need to learn some things about installing roll pins.The roll pin atop the gas block that locks the tube in place doesn't fit. Too big. If I attempt to force it with a roll pin punch, it will splay out the roll pin and the punch falls through it. I checked the fit manually with the tube outside the gas block. It just doesn't fit. Taking a very small roll pin punch, I can get it through both the block holes and the gas tube holes. But way too small to hold it tight, obviously. But at least it keeps it aligned while I look at a different solution. Also, I think I'm going to have to go with the triangular HG cap because I can't get the HG on with that cap. Either that, or I may have to adjust the gas block position by a microscopic amt. (I can't move it that much or it won't align with the barrel's gas port.



I guess I'll be spending a bit of time looking for spare roll pins that fit the block as well as other roll pins.



But a little bit of progress today. I think I'll take some time off the build and play with my new RIA 1911.

[Caleb]

Something is up with that pin, don’t force it as you know. It should be tight but not that tight that it deforms as you punch it in place. Good idea on buying some spares. Sometimes it’s good to revert your attention to something else so you won’t rush your build.

What’s the plan for the 1911?


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

[RKP]

Good to hear you're moving along.
It's good to take an occasional break, sit back, relax and think things through .... patience is a good thing !!


BTW ....

Originally Posted by RKP

You got me motivated, I just ordered 2 'naked' lowers yesterday.

Ordered them on Tuesday from 'Classic' and they arrived today, via FedEx. My local Gun Shop of 40yrs/family owned is closed for the weekend to go hunting , I will pick the lowers up Monday.

[FfNJGTFO]

Originally Posted by Caleb

Something is up with that pin, don’t force it as you know. It should be tight but not that tight that it deforms as you punch it in place. Good idea on buying some spares. Sometimes it’s good to revert your attention to something else so you won’t rush your build.

What’s the plan for the 1911?

Finding a site where I can test fire it for a bit. Not too much because I have to preserve my .45acp ammo. Then it will be a back up gun while my P320 remains my EDC.



I see where to by spare roll pins on Brownell's, so I'll do that as well and get back to the build. But I may practice a few roll pin pushes where possible.

[Riverpigusmc]

A cheap digital micrometer is your friend..then you can mic pins and see the variations in what pins you have

[FfNJGTFO]

Originally Posted by Riverpigusmc

A cheap digital micrometer is your friend..then you can mic pins and see the variations in what pins you have

Excellent, ! I will get one. I hope I can also measure the holes the pins are supposed to fit in so I can gauge what size pins I need.

Thanks!