Keep that trigger assembly clean

[Brians356]

In a pinch what gets you through the day is the answer. A long term solution is different.

I would think that a trigger adjusted clean and dry would present a different response if suddenly lubed, and change over time until properly cleaned again. I'll have to take Jewell's admonishment not to lube as prima facie evidence it's not the smart thing to do to a conventional sear type trigger.
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[AJC]

I would think that a trigger adjusted clean and dry would present a different response if suddenly lubed, and change over time until properly cleaned again. I'll have to take Jewell's admonishment not to lube as prima facie evidence it's not the smart thing to do to a conventional sear type trigger.
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So you would quit for the day and go home. Cool man your deal. I would blast it clean to save the day then go home and soak it in mineral spirits.

 

[archerforkids]

Has anyone ever used carburator cleaner. B12 is the one I tried (I think). For all purposes it dries on contact. I used it the other day on an AR15 trigger group that was in pretty rough shape from being shot exclusively with a suppressor. I was pretty impressed w the results. It was very very dry when I got done, as in no lubrication at all. I lightly sprayed some CLR then hit with compressed air. Seams to be good to go.

 

[Brians356]

So you would quit for the day and go home. Cool man your deal. I would blast it clean to save the day then go home and soak it in mineral spirits.

Uh, no. Where do we differ? "Blast it clean" is not lubing it. That could well be blasting with Gun Scrubber or the like.
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[AJC]

Has anyone ever used carburator cleaner. B12 is the one I tried (I think). For all purposes it dries on contact. I used it the other day on an AR15 trigger group that was in pretty rough shape from being shot exclusively with a suppressor. I was pretty impressed w the results. It was very very dry when I got done, as in no lubrication at all. I lightly sprayed some CLR then hit with compressed air. Seams to be good to go.

Yes I have used it and it had almost zero residue as well. Worked well and in my experience did not damage plastic like brake cleaner

 

[Dusty Stevens]

Has anyone ever used carburator cleaner. B12 is the one I tried (I think). For all purposes it dries on contact. I used it the other day on an AR15 trigger group that was in pretty rough shape from being shot exclusively with a suppressor. I was pretty impressed w the results. It was very very dry when I got done, as in no lubrication at all. I lightly sprayed some CLR then hit with compressed air. Seams to be good to go.

Thats all i use. Brake cleaner is like californias answer to something that works

 

[D-4297]

I think the most important part of this discussion SHOULD be : Follow the manufacturers instructions when cleaning trigger groups . Not what "We" , as individuals have found , by chance , might work as well , or be cheaper . If it's a "Factory" trigger , they don't cost that much to replace , but when you start talking about a Timney , or Jewell , or Bix or the other "new" Italian trigger , some Noob might screw up a perfectly good trigger because those "Experts" said , Use this . Something to think about .....

 

[AJC]

I think the most important part of this discussion SHOULD be : Follow the manufacturers instructions when cleaning trigger groups . Not what "We" , as individuals have found , by chance , might work as well , or be cheaper . If it's a "Factory" trigger , they don't cost that much to replace , but when you start talking about a Timney , or Jewell , or Bix or the other "new" Italian trigger , some Noob might screw up a perfectly good trigger because those "Experts" said , Use this . Something to think about .....

So from now on we should not share our experiences, just tell them to read the directions. Seems like we dont need a forum for that.

 

[D-4297]

Think you misunderstood the point I was trying to make . If a High-dollar trigger comes with instructions saying ; "Use only lighter fluid" , that's not the time to be throwing out suggestions . Ya think maybe they had a reason for doing that ? If I bought a trigger that the mfg. said use only mink oil for lubrication , or damage can occur . I'd damn sure be buying some mink oil , rather than risk my new $300.00 trigger .

 

[AJC]

Think you misunderstood the point I was trying to make . If a High-dollar trigger comes with instructions saying ; "Use only lighter fluid" , that's not the time to be throwing out suggestions . Ya think maybe they had a reason for doing that ? If I bought a trigger that the mfg. said use only mink oil for lubrication , or damage can occur . I'd damn sure be buying some mink oil , rather than risk my new $300.00 trigger .

I have never ever seen anyone in the instructions ever say clean your gun with mineral spirits. Does that mean it's not the best and most economical choice. Anyone who deviates from the manufacturers directions may void their warranty, and does so at your own risk. The fact I even have to state that is a reflection on how uncommon sense is these days. This is not different than Toyota only recommending their own spec lubrication in their cars. Unless your rich and take your car to the dealer every time then this does not happen. I come to this site because on average the people here are very informed and have made many of the mistakes themselves, developing that experience. Like anything on the internet all information is worth what you paid for it.

 

[ssv1761982]

How do you clean the trigger on a bench gun that is glued into the stock?

 

[Dusty Stevens]

How do you clean the trigger on a bench gun that is glued into the stock?

You take it out. Takes about a minute

 

[dolek]

I have never ever seen anyone in the instructions ever say clean your gun with mineral spirits. Does that mean it's not the best and most economical choice. Anyone who deviates from the manufacturers directions may void their warranty, and does so at your own risk. The fact I even have to state that is a reflection on how uncommon sense is these days. This is not different than Toyota only recommending their own spec lubrication in their cars. Unless your rich and take your car to the dealer every time then this does not happen. I come to this site because on average the people here are very informed and have made many of the mistakes themselves, developing that experience. Like anything on the internet all information is worth what you paid for it.

Mineral spirits ?

 

[AJC]

Mineral spirits ?

 

[dolek]

Mr Jewell says Lighter fluid,good enough for me.

 

[oley55]

AJC,

a 20 minute video what are we listening for, better yet where (time) are we listening for.

 

[Brians356]

Mr Jewell says Lighter fluid,good enough for me.

Specifically for trigger cleaning, common products such as lighter fluid, charcoal starter fluid, VM&P naptha, and various "mineral spirits" (white spirits, Stoddard solvent, petroleum spirits, turpentine substitute) are all clear liquids with relatively low toxicity. You don't want to ingest them, soak your skin in them for long periods, or get them in your eyes, but compared to carburetor cleaners, brake cleaners, and acetone, they are innocuous and you can use them indoors without holding your breath, wearing latex gloves, or worrying much about slight spillage. For example, lighter fluid and naptha are recommended for cleaning valuable lacquered vintage guitars, and cleaning/degreasing their hardwood and softwood surfaces.
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[AJC]

AJC,

a 20 minute video what are we listening for, better yet where (time) are we listening for.

It's a mentalaty. I dont believe in magic snake oils or hyped latest products. Mineral spirits are the base for most solvents. If clean is what your looking for it will get the job done. Are there good better best products, sure. Am I going to buy 40 different products to clean my guns no. Some different product types are required but I'm not going down the how do you clean rabbit hole.

 

[Nick Caprinolo]

While at the range last week, I developed a problem with my Jewel trigger. Actually list the weight adjustment spring. Called Jewel and ordered three replacement springs. Always good to have spares. While talking to them, I asked about cleaning. I was advised the the best solvent was charcoal lighter fluid and never lubricate it, which gums up and causes problems.

Jewel recommends charcoal fluid, so that's what I am going to use. They are the experts on their product.

 

[Bill K]

Well, well. What is wrong with following instructions ? And if you are getting too much drip/crud down into your trigger group while cleaning, why not turn your rifle in the cradle and have trigger/underside UP ? Now you can attack me also and my comments, I have very thick skin.