Marlin 917 17m2

[cheek9075]

Got a Marlin 917 17m2 that I am having issue with. I'm getting light primer stricks on about 50% of rounds. It just started this, thinking firing pin spring. I can't find any in-stock anywhere.

Anyone got any ideas where to get one or a fix for the rifle? I'm guessing someone has had issue like this before.

 

[th82457]

It could also be the firing pin or it could be excesssive headspace. That rifle has a 2 piece bolt that is sometimes at the edge of acceptable headspace. A thin shim (.001" to .004") between the two bolt halves can cure a headspace issue. Similar to what some have found on Ruger 77-22's. I had the same issue on a Marlin 917 HMR that drove me crazy until I shimmed the bolt & issue went away. I had replaced striker spring, firing pin, changed ammo - nothing worked until I shimmed bolt. Just my experience.

 

[Dub]

not sure if this will help or not. MARLIN-900-PARTS-c20995171

 

[cheek9075]

not sure if this will help or not. MARLIN-900-PARTS-c20995171

Thank you! I have tried to find a spring for the rifle but came up empty handed. I saw that this company sold them but could not figure out how to order from their website. I haven't taken it apart yet, weather last couple days have been bad and well, I like being warm.

 

[th82457]

Before you purchase a new spring or firing pin - I would check headspace. These model Marlins had issues that Marlin would correct when they were actually Marlin. I doubt you can get factory service at this point - but I am guessing a thin shim between the bolt halves will cure your problem. Just my two cents to save some time & money. Shim needs to be washer type to allow striker bolt to pass through.

 

[cheek9075]

I'll try the shims first, just glad to know if needed I can get a new spring.