10/22 Disassembly question

KJackson · Apr 8, 2018

I picked up a Ruger 10/22 Takedown a couple weeks ago and of course I want to replace the bolt release. I picked up a Volquartsen replacement. My problem is when I went to do the install. In all the videos online, it seems to be fairly easy to remove the pins holding the trigger housing to the receiver. Either mine are super tight or I am just being too timid with the hammer and punch tool. Has anyone had this problem, or do I just need to not be afraid to whack them harder? Of course, while trying this, the pin to hold the magazine release will fall right out. :sad20:

Hawkeye · Apr 12, 2018

I think I remember having to get a little bit vigorous with mine when I put my Kidd bolt release in it, but it's been a while.

erwos · Apr 12, 2018

Totally depends on the gun and how lucky you got with tolerances. My first 10/22 required some effort to get the pin out. My second 10/22's (the "0% Ghost" I 3D printed) pin basically falls out if I tilt the trigger pack at all. IMHO, the latter is far more annoying than the former.

kyserthehun · Apr 12, 2018

Mine falls out if I turn it to the side. Probably varies a lot.

j_h_smith · Apr 12, 2018

Just bring it to me. I will gladly do the job. However, I am busy and it may take me somewhere in the 10-12 month period to get the job done. BTW, did I mention I will test fire the rifle for you too?

KJackson · Apr 12, 2018

Thanks everyone for the input. I guess I just may have been a little timid in whacking at it.

j_h_smith · Apr 12, 2018

KJackson said:
Thanks everyone for the input. I guess I just may have been a little timid in whacking at it.

Isn't there another thread for posts like this?

bkuether · Apr 12, 2018

I have taken apart two 10/22s in my life, and neither of the trigger assemblies required any more than a light touch. As other said, mine pretty much just fall out.

They are designed to come out. Perhaps they have started getting better tolerances in, or maybe the pins have a burr.

I would just apply a bit more pressure and I am sure they will come loose.

Tungsten · Apr 12, 2018

Mine fall out with very little effort.

KJackson · Apr 18, 2018

Well, I tried again to change out the bolt release and had no problems. It is amazing how well things go when you use the proper tools like a real hammer and proper punches. It required a stiff smack, but them came out and went back in fine.

rseymorejr · Apr 18, 2018

LOL, I need to be careful mine don't fall out on their own. I put a BX trigger in mine last week all I had to do was tilt it to the side and out they came!

Schipperke · Apr 18, 2018

rseymorejr said:
LOL, I need to be careful mine don't fall out on their own. I put a BX trigger in mine last week all I had to do was tilt it to the side and out they came!

Yep, and when you put the action back in stock, any slight tilt while installing, mine fall out. Then you hunt on the floor.
I did the BX as well. Kind of strange you have plunk down more money to get a trigger that should be stock.

rseymorejr · Apr 18, 2018

Schipperke said:
Yep, and when you put the action back in stock, any slight tilt while installing, mine fall out. Then you hunt on the floor.
I did the BX as well. Kind of strange you have plunk down more money to get a trigger that should be stock.

That trigger cost me over half of what I paid for the rifle!

Hit and Run · Apr 18, 2018

Usual problem is they fall out to easily ...

KJackson · Apr 19, 2018

Hit and Run said:
Usual problem is they fall out to easily ...

Could it be that I actually got something good this time? Or does the above comment belong in that "other thread". :innocent0

Uncle Duke · Apr 19, 2018

Hit and Run said:
Usual problem is they fall out to easily ...

Describes mine for sure. :thumbsup:

bkuether · Apr 19, 2018

I had an idea about this....

Have you tried to push them out from both sides? Perhaps they are a bit thicker on one side. You can't see them, so if you mar them a slight bit, who cares.....

You can also call Ruger. Just say, if they aren't coming out should I just use a bigger hammer or.......... :shrug:

KJackson · Apr 19, 2018

bkuether said:
You can also call Ruger. Just say, if they aren't coming out should I just use a bigger hammer or..........

I am sure that will go over well...Dear Sirs, I am trying to replace what is probably the most hated part on the 10/22 with the possible exception of the trigger itself.

I don't understand why they haven't changed the design of the bolt release. I am assuming that they feel that having it operate the way that it does serves some purpose, but I can't figure out what. Unless they are worried about someone accidentally catching the charging handle on something and releasing the bolt.

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