Looking for some help here. I cannot get the lock to engage on gas tube latch on my Saiga 308. I have made sure that the tube is as far forward as possible and still cannot get the latch to engage. I am doing my best to not force it. I am also afraid if I continue to force it I'll gall the end of the tube. Any ideas?
Saiga Gas Tube Latch Help
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wilcam47
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pics? you are talking about on the rear site right?
GOT IT!
The secret is to use the cleaning tool that comes with the rifle. There is a slot in the tool that the lever fits in and makes it easier to rotate.
My google-fu was weak on this question. I did finally find the answer buried on the Saiga-12 forums. Thanks.
Pictures of the completed conversion to follow on another thread.
The secret is to use the cleaning tool that comes with the rifle. There is a slot in the tool that the lever fits in and makes it easier to rotate.
My google-fu was weak on this question. I did finally find the answer buried on the Saiga-12 forums. Thanks.
Pictures of the completed conversion to follow on another thread.
wilcam47
Ultimate Member
ok real quick i just checked my 223 saiga and i see what you are doing wrong...put downward pressure on the gas tube and get a small mallet and it will go back in place...it didnt work with my thumbs...
rob-cubed
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Some of the gas tubes on my Saigas need to be forced downwards pretty hard at the rear end near the sight block. The gas tube will "snap" in place and give the lever clearance.
ericoak
don't drop Aboma on me
On my saiga ak, you have to pull the gas tube backwards toward the butt of the rifle after pushing it all the way down. It is a very small amount but it was the difference.
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